Be.m vs Nomu
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Be.m
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Fasting should flow quietly. be.m is an intermittent fasting timer designed to stay out of your way. Set your schedule once — it starts and stops automatically. Check your progress on the Lock Screen without even opening the app. No complex features. No pressure. Built to be the quietest way to keep your fast going. Fasting that runs itself · Set your start and end time once · Auto-repeat keeps your daily rhythm going · Assign cheat days by day of the week No need to open the app · Track progress on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island · Gentle notifications at start and end · Nothing to manage Every day is recorded · See success, missed, and cheat days on the calendar · Daily fasting time and goal status at a glance · Records are saved automatically Track your body's changes quietly · Weight, body fat, and BMI trends in a chart · Sync with Apple Health or enter manually · See changes over any time period Choose your fasting plan · 12:12 / 16:8 / 18:6 / 20:4 · Or set your own custom schedule be.m has no AI, no social features, and no ads. Your data stays on your device — nothing is sent anywhere. Fasting is a daily habit, but it shouldn't need daily attention. be.m stays quiet beside you.
Nomu
This app simplifies intermittent fasting with a user-friendly timer and progress tracker. It offers popular fasting plans, visual feedback on fasting phases, and a cute companion to keep you motivated. Track your water intake, weight, and BMI with insightful charts.
- Customizable fasting plans
- Live fasting phase tracking
- Streak and progress tracking
- Water intake monitoring
- Weight and BMI logging
- Adorable companion character
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Nomu is a beautifully designed intermittent fasting timer that makes healthy habits feel effortless. Whether you're new to fasting or a seasoned pro, Nomu keeps things simple, motivating, and fun. FASTING MADE SIMPLE Choose from popular plans like 16:8, 18:6, 20:4, OMAD, or go deep with extended fasts up to 72 hours. Start your fast with one tap and watch your progress in real time with a gorgeous timer ring. FAST FROM YOUR WRIST The Nomu Apple Watch app lets you start, stop, and track your fast on the go — your current phase and progress are always a glance away. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS - Live fasting phases: fat burning, ketosis, autophagy, deep autophagy, and immune renewal - Streak tracking to build consistency day after day - Weight and height logging with automatic BMI calculation - Progress photos to see your visual transformation - Body measurements: waist, hips, chest, arms, and thighs - Dedicated water screen with drink-type tracking - Supplement tracking with reminders MEET NOMU Your adorable fasting companion evolves as you progress through each phase — from caterpillar to butterfly. Nomu celebrates your wins and keeps you company during those tough fasting hours. Unlock 8 wing evolution stages over 180 days. SET YOUR GOALS Define your target weight and timeline. Watch your progress ring fill as you get closer. Nomu tracks the delta so you always know where you stand. LEARN AS YOU FAST Explore the Learn library to understand the science behind every phase — fat burning, ketosis, autophagy, and more — in simple, friendly language. NOMU PRO Unlock premium features including progress photos, weight goals, body measurements, supplement tracking, advanced insights, data export, and custom accent colors. The yearly plan works out to less than $2.50 a month — a fraction of what other fasting apps charge. Weekly, monthly, yearly, and lifetime options available. INSIGHTS THAT MATTER Weekly and monthly recaps, fasting history, water trends, weight progress, and advanced stats like your best fasting day and longest fast — all in one place. BUILT FOR YOU - Extended fasting plans: 24h, 36h, 48h, and 72h - Apple Watch app - Home and Lock Screen widgets - Apple Health sync - Export your data anytime (CSV or JSON) - Persistent notification showing your fasting status - Auto-start eating window countdown - Dark and light mode - 8 custom accent colors - 14 languages supported - Privacy first: all data stays on your device Start your fasting journey with Nomu today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.tappect.com/apps/nomu/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Nomu at Free against Be.m's $2.99. Nomu also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). Be.m's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On update cadence and ads 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
Nomu is free to download; Be.m costs $2.99 up front. Nomu sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Be.m asks for nothing beyond the download.
Be.m ships an update every 2 days, Nomu every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Be.m | Nomu |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (95 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 85.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 95 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 84 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ohsayyo | Tappect LLC |
In-app purchases
Be.m
No in-app purchases
Nomu
- Nomu Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Nomu Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Nomu Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
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- Nomu Pro Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Nomu Pro Lifetime$49.99
- Nomu Pro Lifetime$79.99









