Comparison

Orbit vs Spanly

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

Head to head
About

Orbit

This app provides a shared, minimalist focus space for up to three people. It offers a subtle sense of presence to enhance concentration without distractions or social interaction. Visualize others working alongside you in real-time for a quiet, productive environment.

Highlights
  • Shared focus space for up to three
  • Real-time presence visualization
  • Anonymous and private sessions
  • Study and break cycle display
  • Daily progress tracking
  • Auto-matching to join others
Features
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[A space shared with someone. Simplicity for deep focus.] Orbit is a minimalist focus tool where up to three people share a single space. It was created for those who struggle to stay focused alone, but don’t want the noise of social interaction. ■ Feel the Presence, Focus Together Small World for Three: A quiet, intimate space with no distractions. Real-time Sync: Visualize others working alongside you in real time. No Chat, No Competition: No messaging, no notifications. Just shared time. ■ Core Features Auto-Matching: Open the app to instantly join someone else from around the world. Anonymous Comfort: Total privacy means no social fatigue or pressure. Visualized Status: A beautiful, simple display of study and break cycles. Daily Progress: Your efforts are quietly recorded over time. ■ Orbit is for you if: You find "silence" too quiet and prefer a subtle sense of presence. You focus better in a cafe-like atmosphere with people nearby. You are tired of the constant connectivity of social media. Whether you’re studying for exams, working from home, or just trying to get things done — Orbit gives you the quiet company you need. Make today’s focus a little more comfortable with Orbit. Subscription Information Orbit Plus is an auto-renewable subscription that provides an ad-free experience and unlocks advanced features. • Title: Orbit Plus • Length of Subscription: 1 Month, 3 Months, or 1 Year • Prices may vary by region. The current price is shown before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of your selected plan. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://miya-ux.github.io/orbit-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Spanly

Features
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Spanly turns the time that matters into a clear visual gauge. Exams, birthdays, anniversaries, project deadlines—see what’s left with numbers and progress bars, and change how you spend each day. KEY FEATURES • Countdown and progress gauges for every goal • Display units: seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, or years • To-Do lists with subtasks, linked checkmarks, and quantity progress • Calendar view for scheduled tasks • Home Screen widgets so you can check progress without opening the app • Dark mode and multi-language support PREMIUM Enjoy full access for the first 30 days. After that, unlock widgets, To-Dos, calendar, and an ad-free experience with a one-time Premium purchase. Keep your focus on what matters next—with Spanly.

Screenshots

Orbit4 screens
Spanly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Orbit at every 3 days against Spanly's every 5 weeks. Spanly's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.6). 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. Orbit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Spanly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Orbit ships an update every 3 days, Spanly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Orbit versus Spanly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrbitSpanly
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTaichi MiyazakiRina Hayashi

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Orbit

Subscriptions3
  • Orbit Plus · Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Orbit Plus · 3 Months$7.993 Months
  • Orbit Plus · Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Orbit Plus · Lifetime$69.99
1 purchases

Spanly

One-time1
  • Spanly Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Orbit free?
Orbit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spanly free?
Spanly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Orbit or Spanly have ads?
Both Orbit and Spanly show ads.
Which is updated more often, Orbit or Spanly?
Orbit ships an update every 3 days, and Spanly every 5 weeks. Most recently, Orbit was updated on September 1, 2026 and Spanly on September 28, 2026.

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