CLRTY vs Nomo: an honest comparison.
Nomo is made by Parker Stech, a solo indie developer (100K+ installs, 4.87★). In their own words: I'm not a company. I'm just a guy in recovery.
Both apps help people quit. They make different trade-offs on accounts, data and price — here's the side-by-side, so you can pick the one that fits.
Researched October 11, 2026 by Christopher Kopf, founder of CLRTY, from Nomo's public website, store listing and privacy policy. Anything we couldn't confirm is labeled unverified or not publicly disclosed. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we'll fix it.
| CLRTY | Nomo | |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Android (iOS coming next) | iOS + Android |
| Price | Free $0 · Premium $6.99/mo or $39.99/yr (2-month trial on yearly) | Fully free, donation-supported ($0.99–$4.99 voluntary) |
| Account required | No — none exists | Not for private clocks; needed for accountability partners and sharing |
| Where your data lives | On your device only | “Completely private by default”; partner sharing is server-mediated |
| Analytics / tracking SDKs in the app | None | Not publicly disclosed (unverified) |
| Ads | None | Unverified — one source reports ads; the developer doesn't say |
| Works offline | Fully (only the AI Coach needs internet) | Not publicly disclosed |
| Habits supported | 20+ presets plus custom | Unlimited clocks for any “hurt, habit, or hangup” |
Pick Nomo if…
You want a completely free app with unlimited sobriety clocks, accountability partners, and iPhone support today — made by someone in recovery himself.
Pick CLRTY if…
You want more than a clock — taper plans, urge tools (HALT, breathing, grounding), withdrawal guides — with no account and no server involved at any point.
Questions people ask
Is Nomo free?
Yes. Nomo is fully free and supported by voluntary donations ($0.99–$4.99). CLRTY's core is free too; Premium ($6.99/month or $39.99/year) is optional.
Does Nomo need an account?
Not for private clocks. An account is needed for accountability partners and sharing, which run through a server. CLRTY has no accounts or partner features.
Does Nomo show ads or use analytics?
Unverified. One source reports ads and the developer doesn't say; analytics aren't publicly disclosed. We won't state either as fact. The CLRTY app has no ads and no analytics SDKs.
Who makes Nomo?
Parker Stech, a solo indie developer. In his words: “I'm not a company. I'm just a guy in recovery.” CLRTY is built by Christopher Kopf.
Other comparisons: CLRTY vs I Am Sober · CLRTY vs Sobrius