RoutineGate vs Task Biyori
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RoutineGate
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RoutineGate helps you create focused time using Screen Time by limiting selected apps, categories, and websites. If you keep opening things “just for a second,” set simple time rules and stay on track. ■ What you can do • Choose apps, categories, and websites to block • See your current status and time remaining on the Home screen ■ Two ways to block • Schedule Blocks→Set days and start/end time to block during specific time windows. • Timer Blocks→Set a daily total limit (minutes) and block after you reach it. ■ Unlock & pause (behavior depends on the mode) • Allow immediate unlock, unlock after a waiting time, or disallow unlock • Pick the intensity that fits your routine. ■ Premium (auto-renewable subscription) • Monthly / yearly plans • Includes stronger focus modes and enhanced anti-bypass features (within iOS limitations). • Pricing, billing, and free-trial availability follow what’s shown in the App Store and your settings. • Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. ■ Languages • Japanese / English (switch in Settings; follows device language if not selected) ■ Important note • Blocking/unlocking behavior depends on iOS and Screen Time permission. Some features require permission to work. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Subscription Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/routinegate/terms Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/routinegate/privacy-policy Requires iOS / iPadOS 17 or later.
Task Biyori
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“Task Biyori” is a simple and intuitive to-do app that helps you organize your daily tasks and plans. With three easy-to-use views—List, Today, and Calendar—you can quickly see what needs to be done. Use tags, notes, and reminders to manage everything your way, from work tasks to everyday errands. Key Features • Create, edit, and delete tasks • Manage tasks in a list view • View all of today’s tasks at a glance • Check tasks by date in the calendar • Organize and filter tasks with tags • Add notes and due dates • Set reminder notifications • Manage completed tasks • View notification history All data is stored locally on your device. Keep your tasks organized and start each day with clarity. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RoutineGate at none against Task Biyori's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. RoutineGate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Task Biyori sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RoutineGate ships an update every 3 days, Task Biyori every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RoutineGate | Task Biyori |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SORACRAFTLAB | Yuki Takeuchi |
In-app purchases
RoutineGate
- Premium (Monthly)$8.991 Month
- Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
Task Biyori
- プレミアムプラン7 Days trial$0.491 Month









