Comparison

Timekept vs CallCue

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

Head to head
About

Timekept

This app provides a simple, distraction-free timer for debates. It helps speakers and adjudicators manage speech times with visual cues and optional alerts, preventing phone lockouts. Supports a wide range of international debate formats.

Highlights
  • Simple debate timer interface
  • Prevents phone screen lock
  • Color-coded time indicators
  • Optional sound, vibration, and flash alerts
  • Supports numerous international debate styles
  • Designed for speakers and adjudicators
Features
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Timekept helps you focus on speech and debate, not keeping time. Designed for competitors, judges, coaches, and timekeepers, it provides a clear iPhone and iPad timer for rounds that need precise speech, prep, crossfire, and cross-examination timing. Track prep banks, protected time, crossfires, replies, and speeches nearing their close with clear color cues and optional sound, vibration, and flash alerts. Timekept supports common debate and public speaking formats, including: - US forensics styles such as Public Forum, Lincoln-Douglas, Public Policy, Congressional Debate, Big Questions, American Parliamentary, IPDA, NPDA, APDA, and Karl Popper. - British Parliamentary, World Schools, Australs, Asian Parliamentary, OPD, Paris V, Irish Times, and Dutch Parliamentary. - Canadian Parliamentary and CUSID variations. - Public speaking formats such as Toastmasters and Pechakucha.

About

CallCue

Features
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Remember Every Conversation. Without Trying. CallCue is your personal call memory assistant. Tired of forgetting what was discussed on calls or missing follow-ups? CallCue makes it easy to add quick summaries after calls and set timely reminders so nothing slips through the cracks. Whether it’s a business lead, a client update or even your doctor’s advice — CallCue helps you stay organised by letting you manually log key call points, tag them and set reminders at your convenience. Key Features • Add call summaries or notes manually in seconds • View past discussions before or during the call • Sync securely with iCloud — your notes, always backed up • Lock your notes with Face ID or passcode • Use Widgets for instant access • Built with privacy-first design — your data stays on your device Note: Due to iOS limitations, CallCue cannot detect incoming calls or trigger auto-reminders during calls. You can log notes and set reminders manually after the call ends. Whether you're managing work calls or just keeping up with life, CallCue helps you stay sharp without stressing your memory.

Screenshots

Timekept4 screens
CallCue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CallCue at every 5 days against Timekept's every 2 months. CallCue also leads on price ($0.99 vs $2.99) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Timekept costs $2.99 and CallCue $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timekept ships an update every 2 months, CallCue every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Timekept versus CallCue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimekeptCallCue
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.5 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews95.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilip BeleskySamrat Mazumdar

In-app purchases

None

Timekept

No in-app purchases

None

CallCue

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timekept free?
Timekept costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CallCue free?
CallCue costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Timekept or CallCue have ads?
Neither Timekept nor CallCue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timekept or CallCue?
Timekept ships an update every 2 months, and CallCue every 5 days. Most recently, Timekept was updated on October 11, 2026 and CallCue on October 5, 2026.

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