# Work vs Work Log

The clearest difference is rating: Work Log at 4.8 against Work's 1.0. Work Log also leads on ratings volume (3.9K vs 1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). Work's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Work Log sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Work asks for nothing beyond the download.

Work Log holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Work Log has 3.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Work's written reviews are positive against 82% of Work Log's.

Work ships an update monthly, Work Log every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on July 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Work | Work Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/work-aid-auto-hours-tracker/id1235121150/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/work-log-shift-tracker/id1578126960/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **81.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Edwards](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195990213) | [AR Productions Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578126962) |

## What reviewers say

### Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/work-aid-auto-hours-tracker/id1235121150)

This app automatically tracks your work hours by logging your arrival and departure times at your designated work location. It provides visual data through charts and graphs, allows for manual clock-ins, and can export your logs to CSV. The app also offers optional step count monitoring via HealthKit.

**Highlights:** Automatic arrival/departure logging, Work location tracking, Hours visualization (charts/graphs), CSV log export, Manual clock-in option, HealthKit step count monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Work Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/work-log-shift-tracker/id1578126960)

Easily log your work shifts, track hours, and calculate earnings. This app offers detailed features for overtime, tips, expenses, and more, with customizable settings and flexible reporting. Upgrade to remove ads and unlock unlimited jobs.

**Highlights:** Track hours, expenses, tips, and mileage, Automatic break deduction, Overtime and premium hour tracking, Customizable pay periods, Manual or automatic time entry, Detailed notes section

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Work Log Pro - Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Work Log Pro - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient time tracking
- 💰 Helpful for pay calculations
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 🧠 Customizable settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- ⏱️ Inconsistent date/time display
- 💰 Subscription model concerns
- 🔍 Limited export options
- 🧠 Confusing pay period settings

**Reported bugs**

- Input times changing automatically
- White screen on app launch
- Shifts disappearing from history
- 24-hour clock mode not disabling
- Subscription not transferring to new device

**Requested features**

- Add ability to duplicate/repeat shifts
- Include job/client name tagging
- Implement overtime pay calculations
- Provide currency options beyond USD
- Enable syncing across multiple devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Work free?

Work is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Work Log free?

Work Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Work or Work Log?

Work Log is rated higher. Work averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Work Log averages 4.8 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do Work or Work Log have ads?

Work Log shows ads; Work does not.

### Which is updated more often, Work or Work Log?

Work ships an update monthly, and Work Log every 10 days. Most recently, Work was updated on July 21, 2026 and Work Log on September 25, 2026.

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