Mono vs Packd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Mono
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Mono helps you block distractions on your iPhone in a way that actually works. Most focus apps have one big problem: you can turn them off with a single tap. Mono can't. Every profile is activated and deactivated exclusively through the Mono Block, a physical device you hold in your hand. No impulsively scrolling anyway. No exceptions. Once set, you're set in stone. Create a profile and choose which apps you want to block, or allow as the only ones available. Tap the Mono Block against your iPhone to activate the profile. Only when you tap the Mono Block again will it turn off. Privacy first Mono doesn't collect any data. No account, no cloud storage, no tracking. Everything stays on your device. Features Profiles with blocklist or allowlist mode Activation exclusively via physical NFC tap with the Mono Stone Simple session stats overview No account or login required Fully on-device โ your data stays yours Mono isn't an app that rewards you with streaks or badges. It's a physical commitment.
Packd
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The packing list you make once and reuse forever. Grandmother's weekly visit. The picnic. The camping weekend. The dog at the sitter's. Whatever you pack for regularly, Packd remembers every item so you never forget. One list is always free. Upgrade for unlimited lists. MAKE IT ONCE. USE IT FOREVER. Most packing apps are built for holidays. We built ours for life. Create a list for any recurring packing need, check off items as you go, then reset with a tap and it's ready for next time. No rebuilding from scratch. No forgotten essentials. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a list for your packing routine 2. Add everything you need, as many items as you like 3. Check items off as you pack 4. Reset the list when you're done, ready to use again next time 5. Share with family or travel companions so everyone knows what to pack PERFECT FOR - Weekly trips to grandma's with the baby - Picnics, beach days, and day trips - Camping and camper van adventures - Weekend getaways and city breaks - Sending the dog to the sitter's - School bags, sports kits, and sleepovers - Any trip FREE FOREVER One list, unlimited items, reset and reuse as many times as you like. Share your list with family so everyone can help. That's free, always. ONE MORE LIST (OPTIONAL) Pay a small fee per list to unlock the number of lists you need. PACKD PRO (OPTIONAL) Upgrade for unlimited lists and all premium features such as duplicate lists and import/export. Pay once, Pro forever. Privacy Policy: https://mgemmi.github.io/packd-site/privacy Terms of Service: https://mgemmi.github.io/packd-site/terms Designed in the Netherlands.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mono at none against Packd's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Packd sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Mono asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mono | Packd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | WBYTE B.V. | Michelle Gemmeke |
In-app purchases
Mono
No in-app purchases
Packd
- Packd Premium$0.491 Month
- Packd List Slot$0.49
- Packd Lifetime$17.99









