Comparison

Minimal168 vs FastingKit

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

Head to head
About

Minimal168

A minimalist intermittent fasting tracker designed for the 16:8 method. It offers a simple timer, adjustable eating windows, and daily check-ins to build streaks, all without ads or data collection.

Highlights
  • Minimalist 16:8 fasting timer
  • Adjustable eating window
  • Daily streak tracking
  • Calendar view of completed days
  • Local notifications for fasting/eating
  • Multiple color themes
  • 33 languages supported
Features
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Minimal168 — a clean, focused intermittent fasting tracker for the 16:8 method. No clutter, no distractions. SIMPLE BY DESIGN • One elegant timer ring — see your fasting progress at a glance • Drag to adjust your eating window • Daily check-in to build your streak • Calendar view with colored markers for completed days STAY ON TRACK • Local notifications remind you when to eat and when to fast • 3 minimal color themes • 33 languages supported YOUR DATA, YOUR DEVICE No account. No analytics. No ads. Everything stays on your device. Less is more. Start your fasting journey today. Premium Subscription: Monthly or Yearly with 1-week free trial. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

FastingKit

Features
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Intermittent fasting has never been easier. Choose from plans like 12:12, 16:8, 18:6 and more, paired with weight logging, fasting reminders and Apple Watch to help you manage your health goals with ease. Start your fasting plan today! A simple, easy-to-use intermittent fasting tracker! Want to improve your health and reach your weight-loss goals through intermittent fasting? FastingKit is your best fasting companion, helping you manage every fast with ease. Key Features • Clean Design: A clutter-free interface keeps you focused on fasting itself. • Flexible Timer: Set your fasting window with one tap. Supports popular plans like 12:12, 16:8, 18:6, or customize a schedule that fits your rhythm. • Progress Tracking: Monitor your fasting progress with intuitive charts. Track fasting duration and weight changes to clearly see every step of change in your body. • Custom Reminders: Never miss a fasting window or eating time again! Set personalized reminders to keep your rhythm. • Fasting Log: Fully save your fasting history and look back on your growth. Every milestone is worth celebrating. • Health Knowledge: Learn about the benefits of intermittent fasting for weight loss, metabolism and overall health, and get valuable health information. • Live Activities: Supports the latest Live Activities feature — check your fasting status right from the Dynamic Island! • Widgets: Glance at your current fasting progress right from the Home Screen, and quickly start or end a fast. • Apple Watch: A beautiful watch app lets you start or end a fast and log fasting right from your wrist. Join the millions of people improving their health through intermittent fasting. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned faster, FastingKit is the tool that helps you succeed. Benefits of Fasting Intermittent fasting has grown popular for its potential health benefits. Here are some of the main benefits: • Weight Loss: Intermittent fasting creates a calorie deficit, helping reduce calorie intake and promote weight loss. • Better Metabolism: Fasting can improve insulin sensitivity, help regulate blood sugar levels and boost metabolism. • Cellular Repair: During fasting, the body triggers autophagy, clearing out damaged components and promoting cellular renewal. • Heart Health: Intermittent fasting helps improve several cardiovascular risk markers, including lowering blood pressure, reducing triglycerides and improving cholesterol levels. • Brain Health: Studies suggest intermittent fasting may support brain health and cognitive function, and may even protect against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. • Reduced Inflammation: Fasting can ease inflammatory responses in the body, and chronic inflammation is linked to arthritis, some cancers and various other conditions. Please note that intermittent fasting is not for everyone. If you have an underlying condition, are pregnant or taking medication, consult a healthcare professional before starting. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle are what maximize the benefits of fasting. Privacy Policy: https://jusuoli.github.io/FastingKit-support/privacy-policy_en.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://jusuoli.github.io/FastingKit-support/terms_en.html

Screenshots

Minimal1684 screens
FastingKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FastingKit at every 3 days against Minimal168's every 9 days. Minimal168's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Minimal168 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and FastingKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minimal168 ships an update every 9 days, FastingKit every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Minimal168 versus FastingKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinimal168FastingKit
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTING CHUN WANG锁利 俱

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Minimal168

Subscriptions2
  • Minimal 168 Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Minimal 168 Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Minimal 168 Premium (Lifetime)$7.99
3 purchases

FastingKit

Subscriptions2
  • FastingKit Pro(Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • FastingKit Pro(Yearly)3 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • FastingKit Pro(Lifetime)$19.99

Questions

Is Minimal168 free?
Minimal168 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FastingKit free?
FastingKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minimal168 or FastingKit have ads?
Neither Minimal168 nor FastingKit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Minimal168 or FastingKit?
Minimal168 ships an update every 9 days, and FastingKit every 3 days. Most recently, Minimal168 was updated on October 24, 2026 and FastingKit on October 29, 2026.

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