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HabitSpark vs AfterLid

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HabitSpark compared with AfterLid
DetailHabitSpark logo HabitSparkAfterLid logo AfterLid
What it doesA focus timer with built-in balance for work and rest Mac power companion for long-running work with mobile status and optional remote control
StageStartup Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inCZ IN
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree version includes timers, history, and Spark balance. HabitSpark Pro available as subscription or lifetime purchase through Apple App Store. Free: Sleepy, Awake, and Always On modes with all Mac safeguards, read-only iPhone status, one provider usage connection. Pro: adds remote mode control, all supported provider connections, character pack tools, and seven-day full-access trial for eligible accounts.
Key features
  • Spark balance system for work and leisure tracking
  • Activity multipliers for different types of effort
  • Focus timer with real-time balance updates
  • Daily history and progress tracking
  • Insights for comparing focus and leisure patterns
  • No-streak design for consistency without pressure
  • Backup and restore functionality in Pro
  • Local data storage with no cloud backend
  • Three power modes: Sleepy, Awake, and Always On
  • iPhone app for read-only status monitoring
  • Pro remote mode control from phone
  • Provider usage connections for AI models
  • Character packs with custom animations
What makes it different
  • Balance approach that shows work-leisure tradeoff without blocking activities
  • No streaks to protect, reducing pressure and supporting real consistency
  • Free to start with no account required and private by default
  • Local-first design with no third-party analytics or ads
  • Work runs entirely local on your Mac with no cloud transfer
  • Read-only iPhone status free, remote control as paid feature
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 no change since last check1 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)60
Citation Flow (Majestic)1619
Referring domains (Majestic)1216

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