Comparison

MonkReset vs Reset

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

Head to head
About

MonkReset

Features
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You already know what you should be doing. The problem isn't motivation. It's your dopamine system. MonkReset is a dopamine reset protocol structured around 30-day cycles — designed not as a one-time challenge, but as a permanent practice. Complete a round, raise the bar, go again. Each cycle builds on the last. This is not a habit tracker. It's a system for life. THE PROTOCOL Each 30-day cycle progresses through three phases: Phase 1 — Mechanical Reset (Days 1–5) Cut the noise. Remove your highest-stimulation inputs and let your brain recalibrate from baseline. The hardest phase. The most important one. Phase 2 — Physical & Mental Reset (Days 6–20) Cold showers. Intermittent fasting. Longer meditation. No news, no entertainment. Rebuild your physical energy and mental clarity from the ground up. Phase 3 — Purpose Reset (Days 21–30) With a clear mind, identify what actually matters. Use AI-guided deep work sessions to launch something real — a project, a direction, a new version of yourself. When the 30 days are up, you don't stop. You reset with a higher baseline, deeper discipline, and a harder protocol. The AI adapts every new round to where you are now — not where you started. FEATURES AI-Personalized Daily Tasks Your AI coach generates a custom task list every morning based on your goals, recent performance, and personality type. Tasks get harder as you improve — and harder still each new round. Adaptive Difficulty Struggled yesterday? The AI scales back. Three strong days in a row? It raises the bar. The protocol meets you where you are. Evening Journal + AI Reflection Write your nightly reflection. The AI analyzes your entry and returns psychological insights plus one concrete action for tomorrow. Focus Timer with Live Activity Track meditation and walking sessions with a built-in timer. A Live Activity keeps your current session visible on the Dynamic Island throughout your day. Progress Analytics Charts, mood trends, streak tracking, and phase breakdowns. Watch your discipline compound across rounds. Project Builder (Day 21+) In the final phase, your AI coach helps you design a 9-day micro-execution plan to launch something meaningful. MONK PRO SUBSCRIPTION Days 1-5 are completely free. Monk Pro unlocks the full protocol and every future round. Monk Pro Monthly - Full access to all 30 days of the protocol - AI-personalized daily tasks - Daily journal AI analysis - Progress analytics and mood tracking - Project Builder (Phase 3) - Daily Focus Timer with Live Activity - Unlimited rounds — start a new cycle anytime Monk Pro Yearly - Everything in Monthly, billed annually - Best value — save over 50% vs monthly Subscription Details: - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in App Store Settings > Subscriptions - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription DISCLAIMER MonkReset is not a medical or therapeutic product. The protocol is designed for general wellness and personal productivity purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet, exercise routine, or lifestyle. LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://www.kanverse.app/monk-reset/privacy Terms of Service: https://www.kanverse.app/monk-reset/terms

About

Reset

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by earning screen time through healthy behaviors. It acts as a behavioral operating system, rewarding effort with access to your device and providing insights into your reward system.

Highlights
  • Earn screen time through effort
  • Track daily dopamine balance
  • Measure behavior's impact on reward system
  • Dopamine Age comparison
  • Recovery-based performance insights
  • Real-time feedback on dopamine and unlocked minutes
  • Pattern insights for focus drops
Features
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Modern apps are engineered to hijack your dopamine. Reset helps you take it back. Reset is a subscription service. The features described below require an active Reset Premium subscription. Track your daily dopamine balance, earn your screen time through effort, and measure how your behavior shapes your reward system over time. Core Mechanic Start every day at zero. Healthy behaviors build dopamine. Dopamine unlocks intentional screen time. No restrictions. No guilt. Just a system. What Makes Reset Different Reset isn't a habit tracker. It's a behavioral operating system. You don't quit your phone. You earn it. Key Features (Reset Premium) Earn Your Screen Time Turn effort into access. Exercise, deep work, and recovery unlock intentional screen time. Dopamine Age See how balanced your reward system is compared to your actual age. Updated weekly based on real behavior. Recovery-Based Performance Sleep, consistency, and late-night usage affect how efficiently you earn. Real-Time Feedback Track your dopamine score and unlocked minutes throughout the day. Pattern Insights Understand when your focus drops and why. Who It's For Built for people who want to: • Improve focus • Reduce reactive scrolling • Build discipline without burnout • Operate at a higher level Closing Your brain adapts to what you reward. Reset it. — — — Subscription Details Reset Premium is an auto-renewing subscription. Pricing and available plans are shown in-app before purchase and may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MonkReset4 screens
Reset4 screens

Verdict

The call

MonkReset and Reset are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. MonkReset sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Reset sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MonkReset versus Reset: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonkResetReset
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (163 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—41.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—163 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB215 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer侃 邵Life Development LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MonkReset

Subscriptions2
  • Monk Pro$14.991 Month
  • Monk Pro$79.991 Year
12 purchases

Reset

Subscriptions12
  • Premium Access$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$12.991 Month
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  • Premium Access2 variants$19.991 Year
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Premium Access$49.991 Year
  • Premium Access$59.991 Year
  • Premium Access$69.991 Year
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Premium Access$99.991 Year

Questions

Is MonkReset free?
MonkReset is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reset free?
Reset is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MonkReset or Reset have ads?
Neither MonkReset nor Reset shows ads.

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