Comparison

Crisp vs Anchor

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

Head to head
About

Crisp

Features
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Clear water. Test your speaker. Verify the result. Crisp uses targeted sound frequencies to help eject trapped water and dislodge dust from iPhone and iPad speakers. Then it listens with the microphone to compare real Before/After dB measurementsβ€”so you can check the result instead of guessing. NO ADS. NO ACCOUNTS. 100% OFFLINE. Is my data private? Everything runs on your device. Nothing leaves your iPhone or iPad. No accounts, no analytics, no ads, no tracking. How do I get started? 1. Place your device face down on a soft surface 2. Set volume to maximum 3. Tap Start Eject and wait 3 minutes What can I do with it? - Eject trapped water using a 165Hz tone, or switch to Dust mode to shake out lint and debris - Choose Normal, Turbo, or Deep intensity for a faster or more thorough clean - Find your phone's exact speaker resonance point with Resonance Finder for a stronger clean - Compare a real Before/After dB reading, not just a guess, to confirm the cycle worked - Generate any tone from 20Hz to 22kHz β€” up to 30kHz in Ultrasonic mode β€” with sine, square, triangle, or sawtooth waveforms - Test speaker frequency response with bass (80Hz), mid (1kHz), and treble (8kHz) presets - Run stereo balance (left/right) tests on stereo-capable devices - Check your microphone for blockages with a one-tap diagnostic - Measure ambient sound level with the built-in dB meter - Sweep frequencies automatically to dislodge stubborn dust particles - Take a structured hearing test across the audible range and save your audiogram - Save your favorite frequencies for one-tap recall - Set a cleaning reminder and track your streak over the past 7 days - Ask Siri to eject water, hands-free - 100% no ads, ever β€” most speaker-cleaning apps are free with ads until you subscribe; Crisp never shows one What devices does it work on? iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later. The same audio principles work on any built-in speaker. Why use Crisp? Speaker grilles trap moisture from sweat, rain, pool splashes, and humidity. Dust and pocket lint accumulate over time. Crisp uses sound vibration β€” the same technique built into Apple Watch β€” to physically dislodge particles without opening your device or using cleaning tools that can damage internal components. Does it really work? Sound vibration ejection is a well-documented technique. Results depend on how much water is trapped and how recently. For best results, run the cycle within an hour of water exposure, repeat 2 to 3 times, and keep the device face down throughout. How much does it cost? Download free. Optional Crisp Pro plans and any eligible introductory offer are shown in the app using your local App Store price. You can manage or cancel subscriptions anytime in Settings. Terms of Use: https://taxlite.net/crisp/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://taxlite.net/crisp/privacy.html

About

Anchor

Features
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Anchor helps you use your phone a little less β€” on your terms, and without a subscription. Pick the apps that pull at you, choose how firmly to hold them, and Anchor does the rest. It is built entirely on Apple's Screen Time tools and runs completely on your device. Nothing is uploaded, tracked, or shared. THREE WAYS TO BLOCK β€’ Scheduled β€” put apps to bed during set hours, like 10pm to 8am. β€’ Delayed access β€” a short, calming pause before an app opens. Friction, not a wall. β€’ Daily budget β€” a time allowance; once it is spent, the app rests until tomorrow. A LOCK THAT HOLDS YOU TO IT Turn on a commitment lock and you will not be able to weaken or switch a profile off until it expires β€” you can only make it stronger. It adds a real cooldown before you can change your mind, for the moments willpower alone does not cut it. You always keep full control of your device in Settings. QUIET, ENCOURAGING INSIGHTS See how often you chose to wait, your streak of steady days, and the time you reclaimed β€” all counted privately on this phone. PAY ONCE. NO SUBSCRIPTION. The free version gives you one full-featured profile, commitment lock included. Unlock unlimited profiles and ready-made templates with a single one-time purchase. No monthly fee, ever. β€’ 100% on-device β€” no account, no ads, no tracking β€’ Supportive, never shaming β€’ Beautiful in light and dark Anchor is a calm, one-time-purchase tool for anyone who wants a firmer, kinder way to step back from their phone.

Screenshots

Crisp4 screens
Anchor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Anchor at weekly against Crisp's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Crisp sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Anchor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crisp ships an update every 2 months, Anchor weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Crisp versus Anchor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrispAnchor
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZHENGQIAO JIANGSahil Jain

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Crisp

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$99.99
1 purchases

Anchor

One-time1
  • Anchor Full$4.99

Questions

Is Crisp free?
Crisp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Anchor free?
Anchor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Crisp or Anchor have ads?
Neither Crisp nor Anchor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Crisp or Anchor?
Crisp ships an update every 2 months, and Anchor weekly. Most recently, Crisp was updated on October 25, 2026 and Anchor on October 24, 2026.

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