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Habitica

Free · $5/mo · ranked #14 of 21
Reviewed by Rick Castro, Founder & lead analyst · Last updated July 2026
★ 4.2 / 5 · 2.9k user reviews · App Store, cross-referenced · display-only, not part of the SoftwareScore
ValueEasePowerCollabViewsPlatformOwnership
60
SoftwareScore · ranked #14

A gamified habit and task app that turns your to-dos into an RPG, genuinely motivating for some, light on serious project features.

Value (price vs capability) 8
Ease of use 7
Power & automation 4
Collaboration 6
Views & planning 4
Cross-platform & capture 8
Data ownership / export 4

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Habitica pros and cons

Pros
  • Gamification genuinely motivates habit-building
  • Free, with fun RPG mechanics
  • Social parties and guilds
Cons
  • Light for serious project or task depth
  • No dependencies or advanced structure
Best for people who stay motivated by turning tasks into a game.

On the SoftwareScore, Habitica is strongest on Value (price vs capability) (8/10) and weakest on Data ownership / export (4/10). That's what drives its 60/100.

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