Simply Start vs First05
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simply Start
This app helps you overcome procrastination by focusing on one task at a time using timed sessions. Track your progress and reflect on what helps you start, with optional support for development.
- One task at a time focus
- Gentle, time-boxed sessions
- Progress tracking
- Reflection on starting habits
- Optional developer support
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Simply Start helps you finally begin the tasks you’ve been avoiding. Focus on one task at a time with gentle, time-boxed sessions. no pressure, no guilt — simply start. See your progress over time and reflect on what helps you begin. Optional tips/donations to support app development. Perfect for anyone struggling to get started or overwhelmed by their to-do list. Start small, build momentum, and simply start.
First05
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First05 is a simple focus timer app designed to help you start with just five minutes. When motivation feels low or getting started feels difficult, First05 helps you take a smaller first step. Start a focus session, track your time, and review your recent focus activity in a clear and simple way. Main features: • Start a focus session quickly • Track your daily focus time • Review your recent focus history • View simple analysis based on your records • Check your session status from the Lock Screen with Live Activities • No account required • No ads • Focus records are stored on your device First05 is made for people who want to start without pressure and gradually build a better focus flow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: First05 at none against Simply Start's 3. Simply Start's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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. Simply Start sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. First05 asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Simply Start | First05 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Edelreich Deloslado | Rapro |
In-app purchases
Simply Start
- Buy me a coffee$0.99
- Support Development$2.99
- Generous Support$4.99
First05
No in-app purchases
