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Way of Life alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Way of Life: iPhone and iPad only, and few integrations with health or calendar apps. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Way of Life, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Streaks currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Streaks logoStreaksPaidNoiOS, macOS5 of 566.5
2Daylio logoDaylioFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android5 of 562.6
3HabitKit logoHabitKitFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android4 of 459.6
4Habitify logoHabitifyFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 557.2
5Strides logoStridesFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android4 of 455.3
  1. Streaks logo

    1. StreaksTop pick

    Best for: Apple users who want a polished, pay-once habit tracker with Health and Watch support

    PaidiOS, macOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Way of Life

    Another Apple-focused tracker, with Health integration and a pay-once price.

    Pros

    • One-time purchase, no subscription
    • Apple Health tasks complete themselves
    • Excellent Apple Watch, widgets and Shortcuts support
    • Sync and sharing stay inside iCloud

    Cons

    • Apple devices only
    • Limited to 24 tasks
    • Streak resets can feel harsh for flexible habits
    Visit Streaks Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Streaks a good Way of Life alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pricing
    One-time purchase
    Checked Oct 25, 2026streaksapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, Vision Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026streaksapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Task limit
    Up to 24 tasks
    Checked Oct 25, 2026streaksapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    iCloud
    Checked Oct 25, 2026streaksapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Award
    Apple Design Award winner
    Checked Oct 25, 2026streaksapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Daylio logo

    2. Daylio

    Best for: People who want a quick daily mood log that shows which activities lift or sink them

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Way of Life

    Pairs a mood log with activity tracking if you want feelings and habits together.

    Pros

    • Entries take seconds
    • Strong mood and activity statistics
    • Customisable moods and activities
    • PDF and CSV export

    Cons

    • Basic tools for long-form writing
    • Free version has ads and limits
    • No web or desktop app
    Visit Daylio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Daylio a good Way of Life alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Users
    20M+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Export
    PDF or CSV
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Privacy
    PIN lock
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Backup
    Google Drive or iCloud
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Year view
    Year in Pixels
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
  3. HabitKit logo

    3. HabitKit

    Best for: People who like a visual, low-pressure tracker on one phone without an account

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Way of Life

    Free on iPhone and Android with a visual grid for each habit.

    Pros

    • Grid view rewards consistency without harsh resets
    • No account needed and works offline
    • Lifetime purchase option
    • Good widgets

    Cons

    • No automatic sync between devices
    • Some features limited in the free version
    • No web or desktop app
    Visit HabitKit Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is HabitKit a good Way of Life alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free to download
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitkit.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iPhone and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitkit.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime option
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitkit.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    No automatic sync
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitkit.app(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Habitify logo

    4. Habitify

    Best for: People who switch between iPhone, Android and desktop and want one synced habit list

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, macOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Way of Life

    Syncs to Android and the web as well as iPhone.

    Pros

    • Sync across iOS, Android, Mac and web
    • Apple Health, Google Fit and calendar integrations
    • API plus Zapier and IFTTT automation
    • Lifetime purchase available

    Cons

    • Free plan allows only three habits
    • Most useful features require Premium
    • Fewer journaling or mood features than some rivals
    Visit Habitify Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Habitify a good Way of Life alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    3 habits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium (annual)
    $2.49/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime
    $59.99 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes, plus Zapier and IFTTT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    2 million+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Strides logo

    5. Strides

    Best for: People who track numeric goals and projects alongside daily habits

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Way of Life

    Adds numeric targets and goals for people outgrowing yes/no tracking.

    Pros

    • Habits, targets, averages and projects in one app
    • Pace line shows whether you're on track
    • Clear progress reports per tracker

    Cons

    • More setup than simple streak apps
    • Free tier limits the number of trackers
    • No web version
    Visit Strides Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Strides a good Way of Life alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Tracker types
    Habit, target, average, project
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stridesapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Progress reports
    Charts per tracker
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stridesapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Goal setting
    SMART goal setup
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stridesapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Reminders
    Flexible reminders
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stridesapp.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Way of Life alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Streaks logo

Best Way of Life alternative for most people

Streaks

Another Apple-focused tracker, with Health integration and a pay-once price.

Daylio logo

Best Way of Life alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Daylio

Pairs a mood log with activity tracking if you want feelings and habits together.

Habitify logo

Best Way of Life alternative for Mac

Habitify

Syncs to Android and the web as well as iPhone.

HabitKit logo

Best Way of Life alternative for iPhone and Android

HabitKit

Free on iPhone and Android with a visual grid for each habit.

Habitify logo

Best Way of Life alternative for working in the browser

Habitify

Syncs to Android and the web as well as iPhone.

Way of Life alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Way of Life?

Streaks ranks first right now. Another Apple-focused tracker, with Health integration and a pay-once price. Daylio and HabitKit follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Way of Life?

Yes. Daylio (free plan + paid), HabitKit (free plan + paid), Habitify (free plan + paid) and Strides (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Way of Life?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Way of Life?

The complaints we hear most: iPhone and iPad only; few integrations with health or calendar apps; free version limits how many habits you can track.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Way of Life, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.