# Loop vs Naru

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Naru at 100% against Loop's 50%. Naru also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). Loop's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Naru sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Naru holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Loop's written reviews are positive against 100% of Naru's.

Loop ships an update every 4 days, Naru every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop | Naru |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-habit-tracker/id6788780028/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naru-focus-and-pomodoro-timer/id6791593490/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **18.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Abduazim Islomjonov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1753463620) | [Bolaji Cyril Omorodion](https://appshunter.io/developer/1686127038) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-habit-tracker/id6788780028)

Build lasting routines and track your progress with this habit tracker. Set reminders, build streaks, and visualize your journey towards positive change with a clean, distraction-free interface. Supports unlimited daily and weekly habits with flexible scheduling.

**Highlights:** Unlimited daily and weekly habits, Simple progress check-in, Streak building for motivation, Customizable reminders, Habit history and progress visualization, Flexible scheduling, Light and dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


### Naru

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/naru-focus-and-pomodoro-timer/id6791593490)

This app helps you track where your attention goes by using a Pomodoro timer. Log focus sessions against specific tasks, view detailed statistics on your productivity, and utilize lock screen integration for seamless tracking. It offers customizable timers and ambient soundscapes to enhance concentration.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus and break lengths, Lock screen and Dynamic Island integration, Task-based time logging, Detailed productivity statistics and heatmaps, Ambient soundscapes for focus, Zen mode for distraction-free work

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Naru Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Naru Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop free?

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

### Is Naru free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Loop or Naru?

Naru is rated higher. Loop averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Naru averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Loop or Naru have ads?

Neither Loop nor Naru shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loop or Naru?

Loop ships an update every 4 days, and Naru every 3 days. Most recently, Loop was updated on October 25, 2026 and Naru on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*