Comparison

Wait vs Cycle

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

Head to head
About

Wait

Features
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Most productivity apps just track tasks. WAIT helps you master your time. Focus, plan, and capture your ideas in one unified system designed for Deep Work. Focus, plan and capture everything in one place β€” and turn your time into real progress. WHY WAIT? WAIT isn't just a timer; it’s an ecosystem. Whether you are on your iPhone, working at your Mac, or immersed in Apple Vision Pro, WAIT stays with you to ensure maximum consistency. SMART FOCUS TIMER Master the Pomodoro technique or use custom sessions. Follow your progress at a glance with Live Activities and Dynamic Island support. Need 5 more minutes? Extend your session with one tap from your Lock Screen. Focus Timer β€’ Pomodoro or custom sessions β€’ Background sessions with smart notifications β€’ Live countdown on Lock Screen & Dynamic Island β€’ Quick extend actions (+5 / +10 / +25 min) INTEGRATED PLANNER Don’t just list tasksβ€”schedule them. Drag & drop your goals into your day and start a focus session directly from any task. Full Apple & Google Calendar integration. Planner β€’ Day, week, kanbann and month views β€’ Drag & drop tasks β€’ Project lists with mind map β€’ Connect tasks directly to focus sessions β€’ Calendar integration (Apple & Google) QUICK CAPTURE & OCR Never lose an idea. Scan documents, import PDFs, or dictate notes. Convert any capture into an actionable task in seconds. Capture β€’ Save ideas, notes, links and documents instantly β€’ OCR scan and PDF import β€’ Convert any idea into a task in seconds Insights β€’ Track focus time, streaks and progress β€’ See when you work best β€’ Visual stats by project and time PRIVATE AI COACH Improve your habits with our on-device AI. It analyzes your sessions locally to give you personalized tips without ever compromising your privacy. AI Coach β€’ Personalized suggestions based on your sessions β€’ Works offline with on-device intelligence β€’ Helps you improve consistency and focus Unlike traditional productivity apps, WAIT is designed as a system β€” not just a tool. It connects your focus time, your tasks and your ideas into one continuous workflow. ALL YOUR DEVICES, ONE SYSTEM Experience seamless productivity across: iPhone & iPad: Widgets and Live Activities. Mac: Global shortcuts for your workflow. Apple Watch: Full standalone app with complications. Apple Vision Pro: Immersive focus environment. Apple TV: Ambient focus mode for your office. Start focusing better today. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Cycle

Features
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Cycle is a refined, distraction-free timer built for deep work, study sessions, and productive break rhythms. With custom cycle profiles, Dynamic Island integration, and live Apple Watch synchronization, Cycle keeps you in the flow state effortlessly. KEY FEATURES: Custom Focus & Break Cycles Seamlessly rotate between focus intervals and multiple break durations. Keep your mind sharp all day with structured work-rest rhythms. Multiple Preset Profiles Switch context with a single tap. Create personalized profiles for Pomodoro, deep work, or quick sprints with tailored focus and break times. Dynamic Island & Live Activities Track your remaining focus or break time directly from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island without opening the app. Apple Watch Companion App Stay on track from your wrist. Haptic feedback gently alerts you when a session ends so you never miss a beat. Hold-to-Restart Protection Accidental taps won't ruin your flow. Restarting a session requires an intentional press-and-hold gesture with rich haptic feedback. Accessibility First Fully optimized for VoiceOver, Reduced Motion, and high-contrast dark aesthetics. Boost your productivity and prevent burnout with Cycle. Terms of Service: https://www.habit180.app/apps/cycle/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.habit180.app/apps/cycle/privacy.html

Screenshots

Wait2 screens
Cycle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cycle at none against Wait's 3. Wait's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Wait sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Cycle asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Wait versus Cycle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWaitCycle
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.5 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size102 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGiulio FontanaACHMET MOLLA BEKIR OMPASI

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Wait

Subscriptions2
  • Pro+ Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro+ annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$29.99
None

Cycle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wait free?
Wait is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cycle free?
Cycle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Wait or Cycle have ads?
Neither Wait nor Cycle shows ads.

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