Comparison

CommitNow vs TaskWarden

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CommitNow

Features
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Stop Negotiating. Start Executing. "Build unbreakable habits with our powerful commitment tracking app. Set goals, stay accountable, and watch your dedication pay off. New Apple Watch companion keeps you motivated on-the-go, while flexible monthly subscriptions and shareable proof of achievements make staying committed easier than ever." Most productivity apps suggest you work. CommitNow makes it impossible not to. CommitNow is a hyper-focus enforcement tool designed for high performers, chronic procrastinators, and anyone tired of breaking promises to themselves. We replace endless, ignored to-do lists with a single, visceral countdown that demands your attention. WHY IT WORKS: VISCERAL URGENCY The interface shifts from calm, cool tones to a pulsing, urgent red as your deadline approaches. You don't just see the time passing—you feel the pressure to perform. CRITICAL ALERTS (Pro) The "Nuclear Option" for accountability. If you fail a commitment, the alarm is designed to get your attention. Failure is audible. You literally cannot ignore your deadline. LIVE ACTIVITIES & DYNAMIC ISLAND Keep your deadline front and center on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Your commitment follows you everywhere, preventing "doomscrolling" and keeping you locked into your flow state. CONTROL CENTER & WIDGETS Start a deep work session in seconds directly from your Control Center (iOS 18) or Home Screen widgets. Friction-free focus entry for maximum efficiency. ACCOUNTABILITY LOG A raw, unfiltered history of your wins and losses. Track your streak and share your success cards on social media to build social pressure and celebrate your discipline. CORE FEATURES: Singular Focus Engine: One task. One goal. Zero distractions. Interactive Widgets: Beautiful Home Screen tracking at a glance. Strict "No Pause" Philosophy: Once you commit, you finish. No excuses. Dopamine-Rich UI: Stunning success animations and premium haptic feedback. Minimalist Design: Gesture-based interface built for speed. PRICING: CommitNow offers a generous free tier to get you started (up to 3 goals). Upgrade to Pro for Unlimited Goals, Critical Alerts, and Custom App Icons. Stop negotiating. Start committing. Download CommitNow today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TaskWarden

This app helps you stay on track with high-stakes reminders and focus timers. It offers features like repeat alerts, photo proof for tasks, and optional app blocking to combat procrastination and distractions.

Highlights
  • High-stakes reminders
  • Focus timers
  • Optional app blocking
  • Photo proof for tasks
  • Widgets and Live Activities
  • Reusable task templates
Features
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TaskWarden is a high-stakes reminder and focus app for people who need more than another notification. Create reminders, choose what happens when they go overdue, and let TaskWarden keep the pressure on with repeat alerts, focus timers, widgets, Live Activities, photo proof, and optional app blocking through Apple Screen Time controls. Use TaskWarden to: Create one-time or repeating reminders Block distracting apps when important tasks are overdue Start focus timers that can keep selected apps out of reach Snooze reminders without leaving stale alerts behind Require photo proof for tasks that need real follow-through Save reusable templates for routines, chores, study sessions, and habits See urgent reminders on widgets and Live Activities TaskWarden is built for moments when ordinary reminders are too easy to ignore: finishing chores, starting deep work, getting out the door, stopping procrastination, or protecting a focus session from distracting apps. Your reminder content stays local on your device. App blocking selections are handled through Apple's Screen Time and Family Controls interfaces. A subscription is required to use TaskWarden after onboarding. Subscription options and trial availability are shown in the app before purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CommitNow4 screens
TaskWarden4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CommitNow at every 3 days against TaskWarden's every 2 weeks. CommitNow also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CommitNow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TaskWarden sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CommitNow ships an update every 3 days, TaskWarden every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CommitNow versus TaskWarden: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCommitNowTaskWarden
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdward LufadejuAndrew Carter

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CommitNow

Subscriptions2
  • CommitNow Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • CommitNow Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • CommitNow Pro Lifetime$49.99
2 purchases

TaskWarden

Subscriptions2
  • TaskWarden Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • TaskWarden Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is CommitNow free?
CommitNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TaskWarden free?
TaskWarden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CommitNow or TaskWarden have ads?
Neither CommitNow nor TaskWarden shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CommitNow or TaskWarden?
CommitNow ships an update every 3 days, and TaskWarden every 2 weeks. Most recently, CommitNow was updated on September 15, 2026 and TaskWarden on September 20, 2026.

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