I’m looking for a reliable habit tracker app to help me stick to new daily routines. I’ve tried a few but haven’t found one that feels intuitive or inspiring enough to use consistently. Would love suggestions, especially if you have a favorite that works really well for you.
Ohhh, you’re in for a wild ride with this one. Fiercely recommend Habitica if you haven’t tried it yet. It’s not just a habit tracker—it’s a freakin’ RPG game. Like, you input your tasks and habits, and completing them levels up your little avatar. Forgot to exercise? BAM! Your digital health drops. Actually made your bed instead of staring at it like it owes you money? Congrats, you just scored some in-game gold.
BUT—I’ll warn you—if you’re not into games or the idea of pixelated monsters mocking your procrastination (not literally, but it FEELS personal), it might not be your thing. For something sleeker and less…medieval fantasy, try Streaks. Minimal design, clean interface, and you can track up to 12 habits at once without the mental load of fighting goblins.
On the flip side, if even opening an app every day sounds like plotting a trek up Mount Doom, go analog and get a blank notebook. The DIY charm is undefeated. Or make a spreadsheet if you wanna feel like you’re really adulting. Just don’t pick those ad-heavy apps that guilt you into paying for “premium features” to track brushing your teeth—been there, done that, deleted it. Peace.
If Habitica’s pixelated battles aren’t your jam (though ngl, the goblin thing sounds kinda hilarious), and Streaks doesn’t quite scratch that itch either, allow me to toss in my two cents. Have you tried TickTick? It’s marketed more as a productivity app, but its habit-tracking feature is surprisingly robust. It’s got this clean aesthetic and lets you set custom reminders for each habit, so you’re less likely to forget. Bonus points: it syncs across devices seamlessly.
Now, if TickTick feels too…how do I put this…corporate, you might dig Loop Habit Tracker. It’s free, open-source, and not crammed with ads—which is refreshing in a world where half the “tools” try to sell you something every 2 minutes. Also, you can see sweet graphs of your progress, so you feel like a data wizard when your habits start trending upward.
That being said, @suenodelbosque mentioned something I low-key disagree with—spreadsheets. Look, spreadsheets are powerful, sure. But juggling formulas and formatting every habit? Sounds more like a part-time job than a helpful tool. And while a blank notebook is charming in theory, my poor handwriting turns it into indecipherable hieroglyphs within days.
Something else to consider—try Momentum if you’re on iOS. It’s super sleek and focused, and perfect for tracking just a few habits (like 5–6 tops), so you won’t feel overwhelmed. For Android, maybe check out HabitBull? It’s customizable and, honestly, feels kinda fun to use without sacrificing functionality.
The bottom line: you’ve gotta play around with what feels effortless for you. If you dread using it, no app (or pixel monster) is gonna help much.
If you’re looking for a top-tier habit tracker that doesn’t require slaying goblins or deciphering endless charts, consider Tally. It’s minimalist, easy to use, and super flexible. Tally lets you log habits with simple taps, track streaks, and adjust frequency—daily, weekly, even customized intervals. Plus, it syncs with iCloud, so you’re covered across devices. One major win here is its widget function; you can track your habits right from your home screen, no excuses for forgetting. The downside? While its free features are solid, unlocking all its glory (like unlimited habits) requires a one-time purchase. Still, less predatory than subscription models!
Comparing it to what others have mentioned: Tally’s simplicity doesn’t have the gamification excitement of Habitica (which is admittedly fun if you’re into that), nor does it dive as deep as Loop Habit Tracker in terms of analytics and open-source vibes. But, it’s perfect for someone who wants habit tracking without feeling overwhelmed by options or aesthetics.
If you’re hesitant about gamified options (I get it—pixel monsters aren’t for everyone) or extensive productivity tools like TickTick that some find over-featured, Tally strikes a great balance: functional, clean, and focused. Think of it as the ‘just right’ porridge of habit trackers.
For pure simplicity, it even beats analog notebooks (yeah, I said it). Why bother with manually plotting graphs when Tally does it for you? You won’t get bogged down by spreadsheets either, which, let’s admit, are great for budgeting but less so for building habits unless you’re a data wizard.
That said, if you’re planning to track a crazy number of habits, say 15 or more, Tally’s limitations might feel restrictive compared to heavyweights like Momentum or HabitBull. Evaluate what you truly need! Apps that feel personal are the ones you’ll actually stick with.