Streaks alternative
Three Lights vs Streaks
Streaks is a beautiful, minimal habit app — if you live in the Apple ecosystem and you never miss. Three Lights is for the rest of us: Android users, couples and families who want shared habits, and anyone whose life occasionally produces a yellow day instead of a green one.
At a glance
| Feature | Three Lights | Streaks |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android, Web | iOS, macOS only |
| Core interaction | Green / yellow / red per habit | Tap to complete, all-or-nothing |
| Missed day | Streak resets gently | Streak breaks immediately |
| Shared habits | Private Groups (Pro) | |
| Free plan | 4 wellbeing habits | |
| Pricing model | $2.99 / month, 7-day trial | $5.99 one-time |
| Habit limit | Unlimited (Pro) | 12 (paid app) |
| Web access | ||
| Account sync across devices | iCloud only |
Streaks pricing and features per streaksapp.com as of June 2026. Compare against the current version before deciding.
When Streaks is the better choice
If you're 100% on iOS / macOS, you only want a solo tracker, and you'd rather pay once than subscribe — Streaks is a great app. The visual design is exceptional and the one-time price is hard to beat.
When Three Lights is the better choice
- • You or your partner uses Android (or you want web access from a laptop).
- • You want shared habits with your partner, family, or close friends.
- • Strict all-or-nothing streaks have made you give up before — yellow days are part of life.
- • You'd rather a free plan to try than buy upfront.
FAQ
Is Three Lights a Streaks alternative?
Yes. Three Lights is built for people who liked Streaks' simplicity but found the all-or-nothing streak system stressful. We use a green-yellow-red light instead — yellow is a real, honest answer, not a failure.
Does Three Lights work on Android and the web?
Yes. Three Lights is a progressive web app, so it works on iOS, Android, and desktop with one account. Streaks is iOS / macOS only.
How much does Three Lights cost vs Streaks?
Three Lights is $2.99 / month with a 7-day free trial and a free plan. Streaks is a one-time $5.99 purchase on the App Store. Different models — Three Lights includes server-synced Groups and ongoing development; Streaks is a one-and-done buy.
Can I track habits with my partner or family?
Yes — that's the entire point of Three Lights Pro. Private Groups let you build shared habits with partner, family, or close friends. Streaks is solo only.
Also see: Three Lights vs Habitica