# CampusFlow vs Essential

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Essential at none against CampusFlow's 1. CampusFlow's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CampusFlow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Essential asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | CampusFlow | Essential |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 37 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yonghae Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878556366) | [Chang Hyun Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661519895) |

## What reviewers say

### CampusFlow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/campusflow/id6760638101)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CampusFlow Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


### Essential

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-calendar/id6791962762)

This productivity app focuses on the core essence of a calendar, inspired by Dieter Rams' philosophy of "less, but better." It provides daily weather, exchange rates, and historical events, aiming for a clean and focused user experience without unnecessary clutter.

**Highlights:** Minimalist design, Daily weather updates, Exchange rate information, Historical daily events, Focused calendar experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CampusFlow free?

CampusFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Essential free?

Essential is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do CampusFlow or Essential have ads?

Neither CampusFlow nor Essential shows ads.

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