Comparison

ACTO Start vs Problem Logger

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

Head to head
About

ACTO Start

Features
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ACTO is a one-time purchase of $4.99 that unlocks all features forever. Start before motivation arrives. ACTO is a minimal app for one specific moment: when you know what you should do — but can't start. No streaks. No gamification. No artificial motivation. ACTO helps you take responsibility for the next small action and begin anyway. WHAT'S INCLUDED ($4.99 ONE-TIME) - Unlimited timer sessions - Lock screen widget - Tomorrow's Action planning - All future updates HOW IT WORKS - Name the task you're avoiding - Identify what's blocking you - Start with just 2 minutes - Decide whether to continue or stop — consciously That's it. ACTO removes friction, not effort. You act — the app stays out of the way. WHY ACTO IS DIFFERENT Most productivity apps try to push you. ACTO does the opposite. It assumes you already know what matters. Action belongs to the human, not the app. Small, deliberate starts beat forced motivation. The app is designed to fade into the background as your self-command strengthens. BUILT FOR REAL LIFE Use ACTO for studying, writing, work tasks, personal responsibilities — anything you're postponing. Whether you stop after 2 minutes or continue longer — the choice is yours. No illusions. No dependency. ACTO doesn't promise transformation. It gives you a clean starting point. Again and again. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://github.com/gogosholo/ACTO-Privacy-Policy

About

Problem Logger

Easily log and track recurring issues over time with a private, dated timeline. Ideal for recording symptoms, home repairs, or any situation where knowing when an event occurred is important. Keep your records secure and local on your device.

Highlights
  • Create dated timelines of events
  • Log incidents in seconds
  • Set optional reminders
  • Review timelines over days/weeks/months
  • Local device storage
  • App lock for privacy
Features
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Problem Logger helps you keep a simple, private record of things that happen over time. Create a problem, tap Log Now, and build a dated timeline. It works for recurring pain, noisy neighbours, home repair issues, car faults, workplace incidents, care notes, or any situation where knowing when something happened is useful. Why people use Problem Logger: • Keep a dated timeline of recurring or occasional problems • Record when something happened in seconds • Set optional reminders so you remember to check in • Review your timeline over days, weeks, or months • Keep records local on your device • Use Face ID or Touch ID app lock for extra privacy Useful for: • Symptoms, pain, sleep issues or side effects • Noise, neighbour or nuisance records • Landlord, home repair or maintenance problems • Vehicle, appliance or device faults • Workplace incidents or recurring concerns • Pet, family or care-related observations • Any problem where a clear record helps Problem Logger is flexible. It is not limited to one type of problem and does not force you into a medical, legal, or complaint workflow. Start with a timestamp and build a clear personal record over time. Privacy first: • No account required • Logs are stored locally on your device • App lock support is available Problem Logger does not provide medical, legal, or professional advice. It helps you keep a personal record that you can review when needed.

Screenshots

ACTO Start4 screens
Problem Logger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ACTO Start at Free against Problem Logger's $9.99. ACTO Start also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). Problem Logger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

ACTO Start is free to download; Problem Logger costs $9.99 up front. ACTO Start sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Problem Logger asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 4 level
ACTO Start versus Problem Logger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterACTO StartProblem Logger
PriceFree — better$9.99
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmed OogleThomas Richardson

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ACTO Start

One-time1
  • ACTO Lifetime$4.99
None

Problem Logger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ACTO Start free?
ACTO Start is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Problem Logger free?
Problem Logger costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ACTO Start or Problem Logger have ads?
Neither ACTO Start nor Problem Logger shows ads.

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