HabitSpark vs HushNotes

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HabitSpark compared with HushNotes
Detail	HabitSpark	HushNotes
What it does	A focus timer with built-in balance for work and rest	Mac sticky notes that float above every app and stay out of screen shares
Stage	Startup	Not given
Founded	Not given	Not given
Based in	CZ	Not given
Pricing model	Freemium	Paid
Pricing	Free version includes timers, history, and Spark balance. HabitSpark Pro available as subscription or lifetime purchase through Apple App Store.	$9.99 one-time purchase
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	Capture text from any app with one keyboard shortcut Floating notes that work on full-screen apps Notes automatically hidden from screen shares and screenshots Hide all notes instantly with one key Lock individual notes with Touch ID or password All notes searchable in one place Markdown support with live preview Customizable paper designs and opacity levels iCloud sync between Macs Connect coding tools with local MCP endpoint
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	Notes stay hidden from screen shares and screenshots by default No account or cloud server required; notes stored only on your Mac Pay once forever with free updates; no subscription Floats above full-screen apps including in all Spaces Access from coding tools is read-only and requires explicit approval
Free plan	Not given	Not given
Open source	Not given	Not given
Platforms	Not given	Not given
Public API	Not given	Not given
Community votes	0	0
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)	1 no change since last check	20 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)	6	11
Citation Flow (Majestic)	16	19
Referring domains (Majestic)	12	23

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