Comparison

Held vs StarTrack

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

Head to head
About

Held

Features
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Held helps you turn intentions into repeatable focus rituals, then protects that time by blocking distracting apps while your ritual is active. Create rituals manually, by voice, or simply tell the in-app AI coach what you want to do and how long you have. Held turns it into a clear, step-by-step ritual you can follow. What you can do with Held Create focus rituals in seconds (manual, voice, or AI-guided) Block selected apps or block everything during a ritual (so you can’t “accidentally” drift) Build streaks and stay consistent with gentle momentum Track your progress and see how your habits evolve over time Get coaching when you feel the urge to unlock, quick prompts, not essays Perfect for Deep work, studying, evening shutdown routines, workouts, reading, journaling, anything you want to protect from distractions. Make focus automatic. Protect your time. Build your streak. Privacy Policy URL: https://held-app.framer.website/legals/privacy-policy Terms of Service (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

StarTrack

Features
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"How long since my last blood donation?" or "When should I next service my car?" StarTrack is a minimalist activity logger built for those who value mindfulness and simplicity. It’s more than just a tracker; it’s a beautiful, clutter-free timeline of your life's most meaningful rhythms. Designed with privacy at its core, StarTrack helps you look back with clarity and look forward with purpose. Core Features: • Pure Minimalism: No clutter, no ads, no distractions. Just the essential data you need. • High Personalization: Express your style. Use SF Symbols or your own Photos to make every track feel personal. • Privacy First: Your data is yours alone. StarTrack stores everything locally on your device. No external servers, no tracking—ever. • Fluid Experience: Optimized for speed and intuitive gestures, making it easy to manage your routines in seconds. Experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing. Simplify your life with StarTrack.

Screenshots

Held4 screens
StarTrack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StarTrack at none against Held's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Held sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. StarTrack asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Held versus StarTrack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeldStarTrack
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRelja BulajicNoppadon Sukpracha

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Held

Subscriptions2
  • Held Premium$5.991 Month
  • Held Premium$49.991 Year
None

StarTrack

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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