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IRLXP vs Habitica
Feature comparison
| IRLXP | Habitica | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free. No ads, no tracking. | Free to use. Optional subscription and gem packs (see its App Store page for current prices). |
| Platforms | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and the web. On Android, an installable web app (no Play Store app yet). | iPhone, iPad, Android and the web. |
| Core idea | Habits and tasks earn XP for four skills (Health, Wealth, Happiness, Intelligence) and a pixel RPG character. | Habits, dailies and to-dos earn gold and experience for an avatar with gear and pets. |
| Apple Health auto-XP | Yes. Workouts, walking and sleep add XP even when the app is closed (version 1.3). | Not listed on its App Store page. |
| Apple Watch app | Yes, with watch-face complications. | Not listed on its App Store page. |
| Widgets | Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets. | Widgets are listed. |
| To-do list | Tasks that pay XP, quick templates, Apple Reminders import. | Full to-do list plus repeating dailies and habits. |
| Social | Friends, weekly leaderboard and 7-day duels. | Parties, Challenges and Guilds. |
| Rewards | Coin Shop with rewards you set yourself. | Custom rewards you buy with in-game gold. |
| Offline and sync | Works offline. Optional free account syncs iPhone, iPad and web. | Account syncs across devices. |
| Open source | Not stated. | Yes, open source and run by a small team with volunteers. |
Where Habitica is stronger
- A large, established community with Parties, Challenges and Guilds, which suits people who stay motivated through group accountability.
- An Android app, plus iPhone, iPad and web. IRLXP on Android is the installable web app only.
- More game depth: pets, seasonal events, many customization options and a long history of content updates.
- It is open source, which matters to some people.
Where IRLXP is stronger
- Apple Health auto-XP: workouts, walking and sleep turn into XP without you logging them.
- An Apple Watch app with complications, and Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets.
- Free with no ads and no tracking, and no optional gem packs.
- Duels: your last 7 days go head to head with a friend's, one round per day.
- Four named life skills that level on their own and drive your character's level.
Who each is best for
IRLXP is best for
People on iPhone or Apple Watch who want their real workouts, walks and sleep to count automatically, want a clean free app, and like quick duels with a few friends.
Habitica is best for
People who want a large community, guilds and parties, many customization options, an Android app, or an open-source tool.
Sources and method
Facts about Habitica come from its public App Store listing and developer pages, last checked October 27, 2026. Apps change often, so confirm current prices and features before you decide. If something here is out of date, email contact@irl-xp.com and we will fix it. IRLXP is made by the team that wrote this page. Sources: Habitica on the App Store.
Questions
Is IRLXP a good Habitica alternative?
Yes, if you use Apple devices. IRLXP is a free habit RPG with XP, four skills, a pixel character, friends and duels, plus Apple Health auto-XP and an Apple Watch app. If you need an Android app or guilds, Habitica may fit better.
Is IRLXP free like Habitica?
IRLXP is free with no ads and no tracking. Habitica's core app is free too, with optional subscriptions and gem packs.
Does Habitica have Apple Health or Apple Watch support?
Neither is listed on Habitica's App Store page as of October 27, 2026. IRLXP has both: Apple Health auto-XP and an Apple Watch app.
Can I move my Habitica data to IRLXP?
There is no import from Habitica. IRLXP has quick templates and an Apple Reminders import, so setting up your habits and tasks takes a few minutes.
Try IRLXP free
Real habits earn XP, level up four skills and a pixel RPG character. Free, no ads, no tracking. iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and the web.