Comparison

TakeAction UK vs Washing Machine Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TakeAction UK

Features
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Welcome to Take Action! Take Action is a first-of-its-kind urban management application that allows members of the public to easily log problems and issues related to security, infrastructure and maintenance in their specific areas. Users will be able to keep their neighbourhoods, towns, estates and cities safe, clean and well-managed by logging any incident from broken water pipes, potholes, theft, traffic issues, criminal activity, medical emergencies and more. Incidents will automatically be tagged with the GPS location. Users will categorize the incident and also have the option to upload a photo and description. Users can log incidents in any area provided that that area is serviced by a service provider like a neighbourhood watch, municipality or central improvement district. (The Take Action application will inform users about service providers in their area). The Take Action application differs from other incident logging and urban management software and applications. It is not simply a logging platform but rather acts as a communication platform between you, the public, and the relevant service providers in our area. Incidents logged by users will be routed to a service provider depending on what was logged and where. Service providers are allowed to log in, escalate and resolve incidents by registering and logging into the back-end incident management application. Users will be able to track progress on logged incidents. There is NO COST to members of public, the app can be downloaded and used free of charge. Simply install and configure the Take Action app on your device and spend a few seconds to register - a simple way to improve your world. No more call centre queues, email subscription forms or endless waiting at a local station or office - simply reporting and reaction. The TakeAction application now also includes Improved user registration plus push and in-app notification.

About

Washing Machine Timer

Features
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Never forget about your laundry again! Washing Machine Tracker is your personal assistant for managing multiple washing machines and their cycles. KEY FEATURES: • Add and manage multiple washing machines • Create custom wash cycles with precise durations • Smart notifications that alert you when cycles are complete • Set advance notifications to catch your laundry before it sits • Track complete washing history • Intuitive dashboard showing all your machines at a glance • Timezone-aware scheduling for accurate timing • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing HOW IT WORKS: 1. Add your washing machines to the app 2. Create custom cycles matching your machine's programs 3. Start a cycle with one tap 4. Get notified right when it's done or minutes before 5. View your complete washing history PERFECT FOR: • Households with multiple washing machines • Shared laundry facilities • Anyone who forgets about their laundry • Busy professionals who need reminders • Apartment dwellers managing laundry schedules Premium features unlock unlimited cycles and advanced tracking capabilities. Get organized, never miss a load, and keep your clothes fresh!

Screenshots

TakeAction UK4 screens
Washing Machine Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TakeAction UK at none against Washing Machine Timer's 1. TakeAction UK also leads on ads (none vs shown). Washing Machine Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Washing Machine Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TakeAction UK asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TakeAction UK ships an update every 3 months, Washing Machine Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Ā· 2 level
TakeAction UK versus Washing Machine Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTakeAction UKWashing Machine Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSolution House SoftwareBlack Flame Digital LTD

In-app purchases

None

TakeAction UK

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Washing Machine Timer

One-time1
  • Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is TakeAction UK free?
TakeAction UK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Washing Machine Timer free?
Washing Machine Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TakeAction UK or Washing Machine Timer have ads?
Washing Machine Timer shows ads; TakeAction UK does not.
Which is updated more often, TakeAction UK or Washing Machine Timer?
TakeAction UK ships an update every 3 months, and Washing Machine Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, TakeAction UK was updated on October 2, 2026 and Washing Machine Timer on October 4, 2026.

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