Awakee

Awakee is a routine planner and habit tracker for people who want to time each step of a routine and track separate habits. It combines guided routines, reminders and progress tracking with Apple Watch support and iCloud sync.

Overview

Awakee is built around routines that move from one timed step to the next, rather than a list users must pace themselves. You can build a sequence or choose from more than 100 community presets, then set durations for its individual steps. The timer keeps running in the background and on the lock screen, so switching to another app does not interrupt a routine.

Alongside routines, Awakee tracks standalone habits with flexible schedules and goals, and shows streak history and progress charts. Reminders can be completed from notifications; home-screen and lock-screen widgets add quick access. Together, these features suit personal daily planning, though the app’s focus is narrower than a general task manager.

Key features

• Guided routines and presets: Build a routine step by step or start with one of more than 100 community presets. This gives users a choice between shaping a sequence themselves and adapting a ready-made starting point.
• Step timing: Each routine step can have its own duration, and the timer runs in the background and on the lock screen. That is useful for routines where pacing matters; users who only want an untimed checklist may not need this structure.
• Separate habit tracking: Flexible schedules and goals let habits be tracked apart from routines, with streak history and progress charts to follow consistency.
• Reminders and widgets: Reminders can be marked complete from notifications, while home-screen and lock-screen widgets put planning information within reach.
• Apple ecosystem support: Awakee supports Apple Watch and can sync through a personal iCloud account. It does not require an account; routines and habits are stored on the device and may sync using CloudKit.
• Privacy and support: The maker says Awakee collects no personal data and uses no third-party analytics or crash-reporting services. Subscription status is validated through RevenueCat using an anonymous app-generated identifier, device type and purchase history; Apple processes purchases through the App Store account, and the maker says it does not see payment details. The maker usually responds to support requests within 1–2 business days and accepts feedback by email or in the app.

Pricing

The free download costs nothing and allows only a finite number of routines and habits. It is a practical way to start, but users who want to build beyond those limits will need a paid option.

The recurring choices are the Annual Subscription at $1.99 a year and Awakee Premium Monthly at $4.99 a month. Both provide a premium subscription. These suit users who prefer a renewable plan; subscriptions auto-renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Promotional Yearly Premium costs $4.99 a year, and Promotional Annual Premium costs $9.99 a year; both provide a premium subscription.

For a one-time payment, Awakee Premium Unlimited costs $19.99, paid once, while Lifetime Subscription costs $38.99, paid once for lifetime access. These avoid recurring billing, though their higher upfront prices may be less appealing to someone still deciding whether the app fits. A free trial is available.

Platforms

Awakee is available on iOS and macOS, with App Store compatibility covering iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. Its Apple focus is a strength for users already using those devices, but people who need Android or web access should choose another option.

Who it's for

Awakee fits people who want to pace morning, evening, gym or study routines while keeping separate habits and progress history. Its presets help users who want a starting point, while step durations and a background timer serve people who prefer a more deliberate sequence. The finite free-plan allowance may be restrictive for anyone tracking many routines and habits without paying.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Individual step durations and a background, lock-screen timer support paced routines; more than 100 presets offer ready-made starting points; standalone habit schedules, streak history and charts add tracking beyond routines; Apple Watch support, widgets and personal iCloud sync connect the experience across Apple devices.
• Cons: The free download caps the number of routines and habits; platform support is limited to Apple devices; recurring subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends.

Alternatives

For a wider set of routine-planning choices, browse Routine Planner Apps.

• Routime AI is a free option for users who want Android, iOS and web support; its free plan has no specific limits stated.
• Thruday may suit users looking for visual daily planning, priority to-do lists, reminders, images and colors, and breathing exercises in a free plan.
• Tiimo is worth considering if Android or web access matters, as well as iOS and macOS; its free plan includes selected planning tools but excludes the web app.
• Kiritsu is a free-forever desktop alternative for Linux, macOS or Windows users who want an app without an account.
• My Morning Routine may fit Android or iOS users who want up to four complete routines on its free plan; its paid options are $7.99 a year or $24.99, paid once.
• MyRoutine is another freemium option for Android, iOS and macOS.
• Routinely is a closer Apple-platform alternative, with a free plan capped at two routines and five habits per routine.
• Routinery is an Android and iOS alternative whose free plan includes two routines and unlimited checklists; its premium plans cost $5 a month or $36 a year.

Verdict

Choose Awakee if timed, step-by-step routines and separate habit tracking are both important, especially if you use Apple devices and want Watch support or iCloud sync. The presets and background timer give routines useful structure, but the finite free allowance and Apple-only platform support are good reasons to look elsewhere if you need more room without a subscription or use other platforms.