Comparison

Stretch Timer vs Strive

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

Head to head
About

Stretch Timer

Features
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Flexibility built into your day, one routine at a time. Stretch Timer helps you reduce tension and improve mobility with guided routines that actually fit your schedule. FEATURES: • 3 pre-built routines: 5min Quick, 10min Full Body, 15min Deep Stretch • Auto-advance timer guides you through each stretch • Full body coverage: Neck, Shoulders, Back, Hips, Legs, Arms • Track completion counts for each routine • Log how you feel after each session • Weekly completion report • Fun flexibility facts during stretches • Build streaks with protective shields INSIGHTS & TRENDS: • See which routines you do most • Track mood improvements post-stretch • Monitor weekly consistency • Identify which body parts you target most PRIVACY FIRST: All data is stored locally on your device. No accounts required. No cloud sync. No one sees your data but you. Stretch Timer is free and ad-supported. Download now and start stretching today.

About

Strive

This app helps individuals in recovery build healthier habits with daily check-ins, coping tools, and a personal support network. It offers guided exercises, private journaling, and trigger logging to support lasting change. Track progress, celebrate milestones, and access emergency resources easily.

Highlights
  • Daily wellness check-ins
  • Guided breathing exercises
  • Private journaling with prompts
  • Trigger logging and pattern recognition
  • Coping toolkit for difficult moments
  • Personalized support network
  • Safety plan and emergency access
Features
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Strive — Your Daily Recovery Companion Strive helps individuals in substance abuse recovery build healthier habits through daily check-ins, coping tools, and a personal support network. Designed to fit into your everyday routine, Strive provides the structure, reflection, and connection needed for lasting change. Daily Check-in & Self-Assessment Start each day with a quick wellness check. Track your mood, cravings, energy, and sleep quality. Strive calculates your personal risk level and shows your progress over time — so you can see how far you've come. Breathing Exercises Access guided breathing exercises anytime — Calm Breathing, Box Breathing, 4-7-8 Breathing, and Quick Reset. Built-in background music and gentle chime cues help you stay focused and relaxed. Journal & Reflection Write freely or use daily prompts to reflect on your journey. Journal entries are always private — only you can see them. Trigger Logging Log triggers as they happen — note the situation, location, emotions, and physical sensations. Over time, Strive helps you recognize patterns and prepare for challenging moments. Coping Toolkit A set of quick-access tools for tough moments: breathing exercises, craving kit (cold water, 10-min walk, music), journal, and one-tap contact to your trusted people. Focus Areas Choose what matters most — Physical Health, Mental Health, Social Life, Career & Finance, Daily Routine, Spirituality, and more. Strive connects your daily actions to your personal goals. Support Network Invite family, friends, or sponsors to your support circle. Supporters can send encouragement, check in on you, and stay connected — all within your privacy boundaries. Safety Plan & Emergency Access Keep your personal safety plan, trusted contacts, and crisis hotline numbers always within reach. The emergency button is accessible from every screen. Milestones & Streaks Celebrate your progress — days clean, check-in streaks, coping tools used, and journal entries written. Every small step counts. Privacy First Your data is yours. Journal entries are never shared. You control exactly what your supporters can see. All data is encrypted and securely stored. — Strive is not a medical app. It is a wellness and habit-building tool designed to support — not replace — professional treatment. If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

Screenshots

Stretch Timer4 screens
Strive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Strive at none against Stretch Timer's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Stretch Timer versus Strive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStretch TimerStrive
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB133 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBlas PrietoDanny Paik

In-app purchases

None

Stretch Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Strive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stretch Timer free?
Stretch Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Strive free?
Strive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stretch Timer or Strive have ads?
Stretch Timer shows ads; Strive does not.

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