Phorb vs Candle
Candle centers on one-minute daily games. Phorb has games too, and adds live moods, needs, pulses and a shared calendar, with one Premium for both.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Phorb | Candle |
|---|---|---|
| Daily questions | Yes | Yes |
| Live moods | Yes | Not in its listing |
| Needs | Yes | Not in its listing |
| Notes and photos | Yes | Yes |
| Pulses | Yes | Not in its listing |
| Home and Lock Screen widgets | Yes | Yes |
| Shared calendar | Yes | Partly |
| Date ideas | Yes | Yes |
| Shared bucket list | Yes | Yes |
| Games for two | Yes | Yes |
| One subscription for both | Yes | Not in its listing |
Has it Partly Not in its listing
“Not in its listing” means the app's App Store listing and website don't mention it.
Only in Phorb's listing
Candle's App Store listing and website don't mention these. In Phorb, they're part of the same app.
- Live moodsShare how you feel and your partner sees it right away
- NeedsSay what would help: reassurance, a hug or some space
- PulsesA touch your partner feels on their phone
- One subscription for bothOne partner pays, both get Premium
Questions
What is a good alternative to Candle?
Phorb is a good alternative to Candle if you want games plus a simple way to share how you feel and what you need through the day.
Is Phorb free?
Yes. Phorb's core features and all 17 widgets are free. Premium unlocks more, and one Premium subscription covers both partners.
Does Phorb work in my language?
Phorb runs in 10 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese and Romanian. Each partner uses it in their own language.