Comparison

Timeful vs Ease Planner

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

Head to head
About

Timeful

This app announces the elapsed time out loud, every minute, to help users stay aware of time passing without needing to constantly check a visual display. It offers three modes: timer, clock, and countdown, with hands-free Siri shortcuts for easy control. Designed for individuals with time blindness, it aims to make time feel more tangible.

Highlights
  • Voice announces time every minute
  • Background and locked screen operation
  • No jarring alarms
  • Siri shortcuts for hands-free control
  • Live Activity on Lock Screen/Dynamic Island
  • Timer, Clock, and Countdown modes
Features
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Timeful says the time out loud, on the minute, so time stops disappearing. Made for time blindness - the ADHD kind, the hyperfocus kind, the where-did-that-hour-go kind. The alarm was never really the problem. The problem is that nothing happens between starting and the alarm, so when it goes off it goes off out of nowhere. Timeful fills that gap. You hear "four minutes", then "five minutes", and time becomes something you can feel passing instead of something you have to keep stopping to check. By the time the end arrives you already knew it was coming, and you have been winding down for a while. Nothing to look at. No jarring alarm. Just a voice, once a minute, while you get on with what you were doing. THREE SIMPLE MODES • TIMER - counts up from zero. How long have I actually been at this? • CLOCK - keeps you apprised of the actual time, every minute. The thing at three o'clock stops being a thing that happens at three o'clock. • COUNTDOWN - counts down when that helps, and keeps counting after zero - "two minutes over" - to bring you back if you got lost. Same idea three ways: you hear it coming. SIRI SHORTCUTS - COMPLETELY HANDS-FREE Just say "Hey Siri" followed by: Timer Commands: • "Start Timeful timer" • "Start the Timeful timer" Clock Commands: • "Start Timeful clock" • "Show clock in Timeful" Countdown Commands: • "Start Timeful countdown for 20 minutes" • "Start Timeful countdown for 5" (Siri durations: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45, or 60 minutes - type any length in the app) Stop Commands: • "Stop Timeful" • "Stop Timeful timer" Also: "Timeful add 5 minutes", "Timeful remove 2 minutes", "How much time in Timeful", "Pause Timeful", "Resume Timeful", "Restart Timeful". Create custom phrases in Settings → Shortcuts like "homework timer" or "break time." WHILE YOU'RE ELSEWHERE • A Live Activity keeps the count on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island • Lock Screen and Control Center controls start, pause, and shift a countdown by five minutes • Home Screen quick actions - long-press the icon to start, stop, or restart • Music Priority plays Timeful alongside your music, dipping it only for announcements • Tells you when your device is muted, before you rely on it • iPhone and iPad KEY FEATURES • Voice announces every minute clearly • Continues in background/locked screen • No jarring alarms • Works with Dynamic Type for larger text • Simple, distraction-free interface • One-time purchase (no subscriptions!) WHERE IT HELPS Anywhere the point is knowing how long you have been at it and how long is left: work blocks and Pomodoro intervals, homework and study sessions, morning and evening routines, coming out of hyperfocus, transitions between tasks, cooking, workouts, meditation and breathing practice, screen-time limits, kids' turns. WHY TIMEFUL? A visual timer only works if you look at it, and looking is the thing that breaks your focus. Timeful tells you instead. The announcements are quiet, regular and easy to half-ignore, which is exactly what makes them work: no anxiety while you are in it, and no ambush at the end. "From the time you start until the time you stop, Timeful counts aloud to help you be mindful of every minute." Produced by Craig Mieritz Design by Fiel Valdez

About

Ease Planner

This app helps you manage your busy schedule and understand how you spend your time and energy. It offers customizable views and smart reminders to keep you organized and reduce stress.

Highlights
  • Effortless scheduling
  • Time and energy insights
  • Customizable calendar views
  • Smart reminders
  • Streamlined daily routine management
Features
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Are you tired of feeling constantly overwhelmed by your jam-packed schedule? Do you wish you had a reliable companion to help you navigate the complexities of your daily routine? Look no further than Ease Planner – your new go-to solution for reclaiming control over your time and energy! **Why Choose Ease Planner?** Did you know that over 75% of individuals grapple with stress and overwhelm due to their bustling lives? At Ease Planner, we've made it our mission to revolutionize the way you manage your time, so you can focus on what truly matters. Our intuitive calendar app is designed to streamline your life by offering a clear visual representation of how you allocate your precious moments and vitality. **Key Features:** **Effortless Scheduling**: Wave goodbye to the confusion of managing multiple commitments. With Ease Planner, creating and organizing events is a breeze, enabling you to plan your days with utmost clarity. **Time & Energy Insights**: Gain a deeper understanding of your daily habits as Ease Planner provides insightful analyses of where you invest your time and energy. Make informed decisions and create a well-balanced lifestyle. **Customizable Views**: Tailor your calendar to suit your unique preferences. Whether you're a day, week, or month planner, Ease Planner adapts to your rhythm, keeping you in sync with your goals. **Smart Reminders**: Never miss an important moment again! Our smart reminder system ensures you're always on top of your game, sending you timely alerts for upcoming events. **Share Your Experience** Once you've had the chance to explore the app, we invite you to leave a review and let us know how Ease Planner has positively impacted your daily routine. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us continue refining our app to serve you better. Embark on this exciting journey toward a stress-free and organized life by downloading Ease Planner today. Join the countless individuals who have already experienced the transformative power of our app. Download Ease Planner Now! Thank you for choosing Ease Planner – the future of efficient time management and holistic well-being. Here's to a life of ease and harmony! Warm regards, The Ease Planner Team

Screenshots

Timeful4 screens
Ease Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Ease Planner at Free against Timeful's $0.99. Ease Planner also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Timeful's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Ease Planner is free to download; Timeful costs $0.99 up front. Ease Planner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Timeful asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ease Planner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Timeful's written reviews are positive against 89% of Ease Planner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timeful ships an update every 2 months, Ease Planner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Timeful versus Ease Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimefulEase Planner
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.9 (14 ratings)4.8 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaolin FireLibiny Solutions LLC

Customer experience

Timeful

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

Ease Planner

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Timeful

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ease Planner

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly Membership7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Timeful free?
Timeful costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ease Planner free?
Ease Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Timeful or Ease Planner?
Ease Planner is rated higher. Timeful averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Ease Planner averages 4.8 from 12 ratings.
Do Timeful or Ease Planner have ads?
Neither Timeful nor Ease Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timeful or Ease Planner?
Timeful ships an update every 2 months, and Ease Planner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Timeful was updated on November 12, 2026 and Ease Planner on November 3, 2026.

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