Nook vs Spanly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nook
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From a simple "Background Music" to your new "Focus App." Nook is a virtual coworking space where you can immerse yourself in your work while feeling the gentle presence of others, wrapped in soothing ambient sounds like a crackling campfire or ocean waves. Say goodbye to the loneliness of remote work or late-night studying. Nook creates a cozy, highly focused environment right on your phone—just like sitting in your favorite cafe or a quiet library. 【 What is Nook? 】 It’s a virtual focus room designed for silent shared experiences. ・ Choose your favorite environment (like a Campfire or Beach). ・ Find an empty seat and claim your spot. ・ Dive deep into your tasks. You'll share the space with others who are also working hard. There is no direct chat, no voice calls, and zero pressure to socialize. Just the comforting feeling of "someone is here with me," giving you that gentle push to stay focused. 【 The Perfect Distance: Body Doubling 】 Every few minutes, someone might walk in to start their session, or quietly pack up and leave. Occasionally, a tiny bubble with a brief status update floats by. This subtle sense of connection serves as a perfect "body doubling" experience, melting away the isolation of working alone without the distraction of social media. 【 Aesthetic & Immersive Design 】 Designed with warm, neutral tones and a minimalist aesthetic. The gentle, unobtrusive animations enhance your immersion without breaking your concentration. 【 Key Features 】 ◆ Cozy Spaces ・ Curated ambient sounds tailored to your mood. ・ A distraction-free UI that keeps you grounded. ・ A loose, stress-free connection with others sharing the same room. ◆ Identity & Seat Selection ・ Pick your seat in beautifully crafted isometric rooms. ・ Set up your "Identity Card" to share a quick status with the room. 【 Perfect For: 】 ・ Those feeling isolated during remote work or studying. ・ People who get distracted easily and need the "presence of others" to focus (Body Doubling). ・ Lovers of cafe or library atmospheres. ・ Anyone tired of exhausting social media notifications or forced communication. ・ Users who want to put their phone down and stop doomscrolling. 【 Premium Plan 】 Nook offers a Premium Plan for users who want to elevate their focus environment (Basic features are completely free!). ・ Unlimited access to all Room Types. ・ Completely ad-free experience. ・ Early access to upcoming features. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: https://note.com/kojiro79/n/n7c8899db1c9b 【 A Note from the Developer 】 Nook is an indie app built with a lot of love. Your reviews and feedback are what keep this project going and growing! If you have ideas like "I wish there was this kind of room" or "This feature would help me focus better," I’d love to hear them. Let's make our solitary hours richer and more focused. I hope Nook becomes a quiet, supportive companion in your daily routine!
Spanly
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Nook at fortnightly against Spanly's every 5 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. Nook sells 6 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.
Nook ships an update fortnightly, Spanly every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.
| Parameter | Nook | Spanly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 123 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | yasuhiro kojima | Rina Hayashi |
In-app purchases
Nook
- Nook Pass (1 Month)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Nook Pass (1 Year)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Coffee Tip$0.99
- Cookie Tip$2.99
- Slice of Cake Tip$6.99
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- Nook Pass (Lifetime)$59.99
Spanly
- Spanly Premium$4.99









