# Upkeep Tasks vs Dirtfree

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Upkeep Tasks at 64% against Dirtfree's 39%. Upkeep Tasks also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.1). Dirtfree's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.2 vs 4.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Upkeep Tasks sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Dirtfree sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dirtfree holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 117 and 117 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Upkeep Tasks's written reviews are positive against 39% of Dirtfree's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Upkeep Tasks ships an update every 2 months, Dirtfree every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Upkeep Tasks | Dirtfree |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upkeep-tasks/id726162046/reviews) | **[4.2 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtfree/id1507884950/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 117 | 117 |
| Positive reviews | **64.4% of reviews** | 38.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Upkeep Tasks, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630174350) | [Dirtfree LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1507884949) |

## What reviewers say

### Upkeep Tasks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upkeep-tasks/id726162046)

This app helps you remember and manage recurring tasks and maintenance. Set reminders for essential upkeep like changing air filters or car oil. Track completion history and stay on top of your responsibilities.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of built-in tasks, Customizable reminders, Task completion tracking, Add custom tasks (in-app purchase), Task history log, Badge icon for due tasks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Business Category | $0.99 | one-time |
| Finance Category | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fitness Category | $0.99 | one-time |
| Everything Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Premium Categories | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add Custom Tasks | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique rolling task scheduling system
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🎯 Excellent for tracking recurring maintenance tasks
- 📊 Maintains history of completed tasks
- 💰 One-time purchase, no subscription required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Recent update broke core functionality
- 🔐 Account login issues and authentication failures
- 📱 No multi-device or cloud sync capability
- ⚠️ Data loss when switching phones
- 🎨 New UI has excessive white space, shows only 4 tasks

**Reported bugs**

- Login won't stay logged in
- Cannot sign in after recent update
- Delete category function spins forever
- Notification badge doesn't always appear
- App doesn't register time passage without full restart

**Requested features**

- Multi-device sync and cloud backup
- Share tasks with family members
- Task completion history and reports
- Add pictures/attachments to tasks
- Widget for quick access


### Dirtfree

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dirtfree/id1507884950)

This app helps you stay focused and motivated to clean your home by creating personalized cleaning schedules and routines. It offers gamified elements like streaks and badges to make chores more enjoyable and provides tips and advice for easier, safer housework.

**Highlights:** Personalized cleaning schedules, Habit and routine building, Gamified motivation (streaks, badges), Flexible chore adjustment, Cross-device syncing, Cleaning tips and advice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| A Year of Dirtfree Premium | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Helpful for ADHD/depression
- 🏠 Makes home look like a home
- 🎯 Breaks down tasks effectively
- 🏆 Motivational awards and streaks
- 📊 Colorful charts and scales

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Frustrating to change frequency
- ❌ Cannot edit room names
- ❌ Setup is frustrating
- ❌ Does not work logically/smoothly
- ❌ Reordering does not stick

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during setup
- App froze during Facebook authentication
- App stuck on loading page
- App crashes when trying to sign up with Apple
- App crashes after marking rooms

**Requested features**

- Allow editing of room names
- Improve focus mode to not show last task first
- Make reordering stick and not revert to alphabetical
- Allow extending focus timer slots
- Allow saving true duration of focus tasks


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Upkeep Tasks free?

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

### Is Dirtfree free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Upkeep Tasks or Dirtfree?

Dirtfree is rated higher. Upkeep Tasks averages 4.0 out of 5 from 117 ratings, while Dirtfree averages 4.2 from 117 ratings.

### Do Upkeep Tasks or Dirtfree have ads?

Neither Upkeep Tasks nor Dirtfree shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Upkeep Tasks or Dirtfree?

Upkeep Tasks ships an update every 2 months, and Dirtfree every 10 days. Most recently, Upkeep Tasks was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dirtfree on October 15, 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.*