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Habit-Bull

45
Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

Habit-Bull is a well-designed and effective habit tracker that users love for its simplicity and motivation, but recent updates have introduced significant bugs, crashing issues, and a lack of developer support, making the paid version a risky investment.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $20 4.7★ lifetime (8,119) since 2015

Habit-Bull is praised for its intuitive interface and effectiveness in building habits, with many users finding it superior to other trackers R3R5R24R96. However, recent updates have led to critical bugs, such as crashing, inability to delete habits, and syncing failures, which are particularly problematic for paid users who report no developer support R1R2R9R44. The app's value has significantly decreased due to these issues and a perceived lack of ongoing development.

Free vs paid

The free version of Habit-Bull allows users to track a limited number of habits, with some users reporting a limit of 5 habits R43. The paid version, which can be a one-off payment of around $4.99 R56 or a subscription up to $20 annually R47R208, removes ads R11, allows tracking of more habits , and claims to offer syncing across devices R40R44. However, many users report that syncing does not work even with the paid version R40R44R53, and the app frequently pushes for the premium upgrade R34R37R43R49.

Value complaints

  • The app frequently pushes for the premium version, even for free users, which is annoying.R34R37R43R49
  • Syncing across devices, a touted benefit of the paid service, does not work for many users.R40R44R53
  • The app is considered too expensive for what it offers, especially given the lack of features and development.R47R208
  • Users report being unable to get refunds or responses from support after mistakenly upgrading or experiencing issues with the paid version.R15R53R83
  • The app has not been updated in a long time, which is unacceptable for a subscription-based product.R9R103

Where it delivers

  • Many users find the app to be the best habit tracker available due to its simplicity, ease of use, and effective design.R3R5R13R24
  • The app helps users stay consistent, motivated, and achieve their goals, with some crediting it for significant life improvements.R10R14R29R33
  • It offers good customization options for tracking habits, including how success is measured and duration.R12R13R33R96
  • The app provides useful data, charts, and metrics that help users visualize progress and stay motivated.R33R34R45R50
  • The free version is highly regarded for its utility without ads, making it a valuable tool for basic habit tracking.R4R56R68
Worth paying if

The paid version was historically worth it for users who wanted to track more than five habits and appreciated the app's simple, effective design without ads R4R56. However, given the current widespread issues with crashing, bugs, and lack of developer support, paying for the app is not recommended at this time R9R44.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip paying for Habit-Bull if you rely on cross-device syncing, as this feature is widely reported as broken R40R44R53. You should also skip paying if you expect ongoing developer support or frequent updates, as the app has not been updated in months and support requests go unanswered R9R103. Furthermore, if you experience crashing or critical bugs in the free version, paying will likely not resolve these issues and may lead to lost data R83.

Evidence note: The reviews show a strong dichotomy: older reviews and those focused on core functionality are overwhelmingly positive, praising the app's effectiveness and design. However, a significant number of recent reviews, particularly from paid users, highlight critical bugs, crashing, lack of developer support, and broken premium features like syncing. This suggests a decline in quality and support over time, heavily impacting the value proposition, especially for the paid tiers.

Frequently asked

Does Habit-Bull sync across multiple devices?
Habit-Bull claims to sync across devices, but many users, including those who paid for the premium version, report that this feature does not work R40R44R53.
Are there ads in Habit-Bull?
The free version of Habit-Bull has ads, which some users find intrusive and appear every time the app is opened R11R34R37R43.
Can you delete habits in Habit-Bull?
Recent reviews indicate that a bug prevents users from deleting or deactivating habits, as the dialogue box for this action is inaccessible R1R2.
How much does Habit-Bull cost?
Habit-Bull offers in-app purchases, with prices seen ranging from $4.99 for a one-off premium payment to annual subscriptions costing up to $20 R47R56R208.
Does Habit-Bull have dark mode?
According to user reviews, Habit-Bull does not have a dark mode option R11R39.
Does Habit-Bull offer reminders?
Yes, Habit-Bull offers reminders, which users find helpful for staying on track, though some wish for push notification options for silent mode R10R21R51R93.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R34] 4/5 · US Good Metrics: This was recommended by my therapist. It’s been really great to get my self discipline back up. Lost one star because there is a pop-up add to upgrade the app EVERY time you log in. I don’t need the premium version right now and would get it if I ever need it. Pretty annoying to be prompted to get it EVERY time I open the app.
  2. [R37] 1/5 · US Asking for money every single time I open it?: Nah.
  3. [R43] 1/5 · US Hate this app now: Used to really like this app as it was simple to use and you could track 5 habits for free. But now that they try to push the paid version on me every time I open the app, I hate it. Looking for something else.
  4. [R49] 1/5 · US Won’t deal with the ad: I love everything about this app, but I absolutely will not “X” out of your premium ad every single time the app opens. Definitely will use another app. I know premium exists. I will buy it when I want it. Stop reminding me there’s a premium version when I’ve opened the app for the 50th time. I got it the first time, thanks
  5. [R40] 3/5 · US Close but not quite: Doesn’t sync between devices, although it claims to, and that’s a deal breaker for me. If it did sub between devices it would be perfect.
  6. [R44] 3/5 · US Syncing across devices doesn’t work: This is a very handy app with an easy to use interface. But despite being a paid service touting the benefits of syncing across devices, my iPhone version (willNOT sync with the iPad version. And repeated attempts to contact support go unanswered
  7. [R53] 1/5 · GB Disappointing: Bought the free version which was fine; then bought premium to sync on IPhone and IPad and wont do it; tried several different things. Contacted the app people with 3 emails and no response whatsoever, despite them saying they read every email. Want a refund and a bit of courtesy with a response; not how you should do business
  8. [R47] 3/5 · US Too much money for what you get!: The app works fine. No bugs that I am aware of. But the app feels a bit unfinished or lacking. I don't feel like this app is worth $20 for a year subscription!
  9. [R208] 1/5 · AU Subscription now?! 😶: All of a sudden gone from useful free app to almost $30 annual subscription? Seriously? Poor form.
  10. [R15] 1/5 · US Thieves!: I reached out trying to get a refund after mistakenly “upgrading” and nobody’s ever reached back out to me! I had to call apple support for some kind of help… But never will I ever recommend these clowns. I’d be surprised if all the reviews above aren’t bought and paid for! 🤡🤡🤡🤡 Not only did I not get my refund but now I DONT even have access to my yearly subscription for
  11. [R83] 1/5 · GB Lost everything twice.: I don't care about the app crashing, but this is the second time a lost my progress. At least now the habits stayed the same but my progress has been erased. I really loved this app. But the sole purpose is to be record your progress and feel motivated by what you see. Since I lost everything twice and I did not get any response to my emails Im just really disappointed and
  12. [R9] 2/5 · US The last update was 9 months ago…: The last update was 9 months ago, this is unacceptable for a subscription based product. No widget support is also a HUGE issue.
  13. [R103] 3/5 · GB Big promise, big potential, no development and no replies...: I actually paid the premium as I believe in the developer announcements about "this is only the beginning, we have big plans, we will be attentive to users requests" yet despite having a platform with great potential, there are some key areas where it lacks, which could be OK if there were signs of development - however last update (whi
  14. [R3] 5/5 · US Used it for years: Best habit tracker out there.
  15. [R5] 5/5 · US Best tracking app: I searched high and low to find. I have a tracking app that wasn’t overcomplicated or under complicated. This one is perfectly designed and easy to use.
  16. [R13] 5/5 · US The best Habit Tracking App: I have used this app for a lot of years! I love it because it’s simple and easy to use and customize!
  17. [R24] 5/5 · US Best of three: I recommend Habit Bull for procrastinator s looking for an easy way to encourage progress and see the results. It is working for me so far. After much research I settled on three habit trackers to trial. I was quickly down to two and in the end chose Habit Bull for its easy use and attractive graphics. I’ve only been using it now for two weeks but so far it has actually helped
  18. [R10] 5/5 · US Habit reminder: Good for staying on track!
  19. [R14] 5/5 · US Absolutely Love: I absolutely love this app. I have been more consistent in these last weeks than I’ve probably been in my entire life. I recommend it to all my friends.
  20. [R29] 5/5 · US Great app: It’s helping me stay sober
  21. [R33] 5/5 · US Surprisingly helpful: I thought all habit style apps were the same, but Habitbull is great!! I like the amount of customization, especially choice over how success is measured and duration. The detailed data % success, streak, data entered, combined with charts helps me see the bigger picture and stay motivated. The first 30 days of my new habit was easy to accomplish. The 2nd round is harder,
  22. [R12] 5/5 · US Unique, Well Designed, Self Aware: As soon as you open HabitBull, you are given an opportunity to better yourself and you’ll quickly notice creating habits give you a lot of dynamic control, and thus data. I use the app to track me going to the gym, but can change the formulas to track the intensity of my workouts or how many minutes of yoga I do. I’m looking forward to putting more habits into t
  23. [R96] 5/5 · GB Superb interface: best app of its kind: Had this app a few days and immediately loved it. Easier to use than other comparable apps. Bought the full version within a week. Has really galvanised my language learning as well as more mundane things like cleaning and having a few days a week off snacks. I particularly like the ability to set (for example) tasks to do three times a week or whatever. It'
  24. [R45] 5/5 · US Love it: Love this all. Helps me track daily tasks and is easily exportable to excel. No glitches.
  25. [R50] 5/5 · US Nice 👍: I really like habit bull, it helps me see what I am needing to work harder on making a habit and what I have been doing well on
  26. [R4] 5/5 · US VERY PRACTICAL: NO ADS,Easy to use.
  27. [R56] 5/5 · GB DEFINITELY worth it!: I’ve gone through a lot of habit apps over the past month, all of which ended up asking me to sign up to a subscription which I wasn’t happy to do! But then a friend told me about HabitBull. He said I could try it for free to see what it’s like and if I enjoy it I only have to pay a ONE-OFF payment of £4.99. I’ve been using the app for nearly two weeks now (bought premium 3 d
  28. [R68] 5/5 · GB Great App: One of the best free apps for this service I've found, even if this isn't your type of thing, it does help to build habits
  29. [R11] 4/5 · US Am I missing something????: The app is great. I love the GUI. So easy and simple. Would be awesome if they incorporated a timer function similar to other apps like Habit Tracker, where you’re able to set a time for the goal, and allow the in-app timer to keep track. I really don’t like the intrusive ads, they popped up so much I just decided to do the trial only for the sake of not having it pop u
  30. [R1] 1/5 · US Not Supported Anymore?: The tracker itself is good and helpful, but the app is starting to have the weird bugs that are tells for a lack of developer support. For instance, you can not delete or deactivate habits. If you click on the buttons, a dialogue box seems to open at the top of the screen. But attempting to scroll up to the box removes it. That seems small but it’s actually breaks the app
  31. [R2] 1/5 · US Can’t delete success habit: I have used HabitBull for at least 3 to 4 years the new version has a flaw: it won’t let me delete habits that is successful.
  32. [R39] 1/5 · US No dark mode: There’s no dark mode option and the animation between screens is really annoying. The android version is much better.
  33. [R21] 4/5 · US Great! Could use one small tweak…: Love this app for keeping track of habits and routines, best way for me to remember what I did and when I did it. Helps me stay on a consistent schedule, especially for things that are not done every day. It’s hard to remember the last time you did something that is on a twice a week or every other day schedule otherwise. Because I keep my phone in silent mod
  34. [R51] 5/5 · GB Great: Very easy to use, love the reminders. Perfect for building daily habits
  35. [R93] 4/5 · GB Great Little app: This is just a simple little app but it's great for reminders

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store