Comparison

Aside vs Activity tracker

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

Head to head
About

Aside

Features
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Aside helps you block distracting apps, reduce doomscrolling, and stay focused when it matters most. Whether you are studying, working deeply, sleeping better, or spending less time on social media, Aside gives you a calmer way to take control of your screen time. No login. No judgment. No pressure. Create intentional blocking sessions for social apps, video apps, games, and anything that pulls your attention. Start a focus session, put your phone aside, and let Aside help you stay committed through the moments that usually slip away. Aside is designed to feel simple, warm, and motivating. It is never strict or overwhelming. A small purple companion named Pip keeps you going, and gentle streaks show your consistency building over time, without guilt if you miss a session. KEY BENEFITS - Block distracting apps during focus sessions so you can actually start - Reduce doomscrolling and impulsive checking with simple, real-time limits - Set recurring schedules for the times you need focus most, like mornings or late nights - Build streaks and track your progress without pressure - Take short challenges that help you form better phone habits - See honest insights into your screen time trends so you know what is changing - Stay motivated with Pip, your friendly companion USE ASIDE WHEN YOU WANT TO - Stop wasting time on social media - Focus on work or study - Avoid late-night scrolling - Build a digital detox routine - Create healthier phone habits - Protect your attention during deep work Aside uses Apple’s Screen Time API to help you select and block distracting apps on your device. Your app selections and blocking activity stay private on your iPhone. No account. No cloud tracking. Take a break from distractions. Put them aside. Aside Premium Aside Premium is an auto-renewable subscription with weekly and yearly options. Pricing and duration are shown clearly before purchase in the app. No account is required to use Aside. Purchases are managed through your Apple ID. You can restore your subscription in the app if you reinstall or switch devices. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://asideblocker.com/en/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: https://asideblocker.com/en/help

About

Activity tracker

Features
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wigl turns standing up into a game you can't fake. Most reminder apps just buzz β€” and a free phone alarm does that too. wigl is different: when the nudge fires, you stand up, walk across the room, and snap a quick photo of a target β€” the sky, a kettle, a plant, a door. Your phone verifies it on-device with Apple's Vision framework, so there's no way to fake it from your chair. Every verified stand-up grows your streak, lights up your recovery grid, and keeps your little glow-creature thriving. Miss a day? A grace token has your back β€” wigl celebrates movement, it never shames you. β€’ Un-fakeable photo proof β€” verified on-device, private by design β€’ A living mascot that glows brighter the more you move β€’ A recovery grid of every stand-up, colored by how active your day was β€’ Live Activity countdown in the Dynamic Island and on your lock screen β€’ Reliable nudges during your work hours β€” capped so they never spam you β€’ A forgiving streak that bends instead of breaking Your back pays the bill at night. wigl gets you up while it still matters. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://1rie.ink/app/privacy/

Screenshots

Aside4 screens
Activity tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Activity tracker at none against Aside's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Aside sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Activity tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Aside versus Activity tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAsideActivity tracker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysβ€”
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.4 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size58 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKioshi OkamotoGregoire Cambon

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Aside

Subscriptions2
  • Aside Premium3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Aside Premium7 Days trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

Activity tracker

Subscriptions3
  • wigl Pro Monthly$14.991 Month
  • wigl Pro Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • wigl Pro Yearly Gift Offer1 Year trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Aside free?
Aside is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Activity tracker free?
Activity tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Aside or Activity tracker have ads?
Aside shows ads; Activity tracker does not.

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