Comparison

TrayTime vs TrayMinder

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

Head to head
About

TrayTime

This app helps Invisalign users track their aligner wear time with a simple interface. It allows easy starting, stopping, and editing of timer events, with visual history to monitor progress towards daily goals. An Apple Watch app and complication offer convenient on-the-go tracking.

Highlights
  • Single-tap timer start/stop
  • View 'Time On' and 'Time Off'
  • Edit past timer events
  • Visual history of usage trends
  • Configurable daily goal
  • Apple Watch app and complication
  • Track current tray number
Features
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TrayTime was designed by an Invisalign user, for Invisalign users. Refined over months of real-world usage, TrayTime makes using the app as streamlined and simple as possible. Start and stop the timer with a single tap. Easily view how long your trays have been on for—and off for! This makes it really easy to tell if you're on track to hit your daily goal. When you inevitably forget to start or stop the timer, TrayTime makes it simple to fix. You can easily add or edit past events. TrayTime tracks your full history, so you can visually monitor your usage trends, see which days you achieved your daily goal, and identify any areas for improvement. Show your history to your Orthodontist to put a smile on their face. TrayTime includes a streamlined Apple Watch app. Start and stop the timer directly from your wrist, and quickly check your daily usage. The included complication displays the timer state on your watch face, and allows fast access to the app. Designed specifically for the daily needs of Invisalign users, TrayTime makes it simple to record your tray usage and stay on track to achieve your perfect smile. APP FEATURES * Streamlined interface designed by an Invisalign user, for Invisalign users. * Large display shows your "Time On" and "Time Off". "Time Off" shows you how long your trays have been OFF for today, so you can quickly calculate if you're on track to hit your daily goal (or whether you have time for a snack). * Start/stop the timer with a single tap, or from the Apple Watch app, or from the iPhone's Quick Action shortcut menu. (Requires iPhone 6s or higher) * Records a full history of every event. History is easily editable if you forgot to start or stop the timer. * Visual history indicates which days you met your daily goal in a clear, easy-to-read format. * Configurable daily goal. Set to 22 hours per day by default, but configurable for your individual needs. * Manually add timer events if you removed your trays when your iPhone was out of reach. * Track which tray number you are currently on. APPLE WATCH FEATURES * Quickly view your "Time On" and "Time Off" directly on your wrist. * Easily start and stop the timer in the Apple Watch app. * Provides a watch face complication so you can quickly see if the timer is running, and rapidly launch the app. * App works even when your iPhone is out of range. Any timer events started/stopped will be synced back to your iPhone. IN-APP PURCHASE * Some features require a one-time in-app purchase. * A 7-day trial is available in the app, so you can try before you buy. * A single, one-time purchase unlocks the app on all your devices.

About

TrayMinder

This app helps users stay on track with their clear aligner treatments. It provides tools for tracking wear time, setting reminders, and documenting progress with photos and notes. Advanced features are available through an optional subscription.

Highlights
  • Aligner wear time tracking
  • Smart reminders for tray insertion
  • Aligner change notifications
  • Progress photo documentation (Teethie)
  • Calendar for appointments and notes
  • Wear data sharing with orthodontist
Features
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Built by an orthodontist, TrayMinder® helps you stay on track with your clear aligners, like Invisalign®, ClearCorrect®, Angel Aligner®, and others, so you can get the best possible results from your treatment. Your treatment is an investment. Your wear time protects it. Staying consistent helps you stay on schedule and avoid unnecessary delays. TrayMinder® gives you the tools to stay on track every day. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ TIMER • Start/pause timer to track daily aligner wear • Automatically adjusts for time zones and daylight saving — no mental math • Share wear data with your doctor via email or text • Set reminders to put your trays back in after meals CALENDAR • Get notified when it’s time to switch aligners • Add reminders for orthodontic appointments • Add daily notes (e.g., pain, rubber bands, etc.) • Visualize your progress with a color-coded calendar TEETHIE® (Teeth Selfie) • Snap a photo with each tray change to track progress • Import existing photos from your library • Scroll through and watch your smile transform • Create side-by-side comparison photos • Make time-lapse videos to visualize your full treatment journey TREATMENT & RETAINERS • Track your clear aligner treatment from start to finish • Start a refinement when your treatment plan changes • Continue using TrayMinder® with Retainer Mode after active treatment • Back up and restore your treatment data ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ TRAYMINDER FREE Everything you need to track your aligner wear. Supported by ads. TRAYMINDER+ The best TrayMinder experience. No ads. More tools. More ways to stay on track. TrayMinder+ includes: → No ads → Home Screen widgets → Siri voice commands & shortcuts → Unlimited Teethie photo storage → Live Activities on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island → Apple Watch support to track wear time from your wrist → Calendar sync for aligner changes and appointments → Multi-device sync for your wear time, treatment plan, and photos Protect your smile investment and get the most out of your aligner treatment. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ © 2026 TrayMinder LLC. All rights reserved. All product names, trademarks, and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All company, product, and service names used in this app are for identification purposes only. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://trayminder.com/privacy

Screenshots

TrayTime4 screens
TrayMinder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TrayMinder at 4.7 against TrayTime's 4.1. TrayMinder also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 40). TrayTime's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. TrayTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TrayMinder sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TrayMinder holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TrayMinder has 5.2K ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of TrayTime's written reviews are positive against 65% of TrayMinder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TrayTime ships an update every 5 weeks, TrayMinder daily. The most recent releases landed on August 24, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
TrayTime versus TrayMinder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrayTimeTrayMinder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (40 ratings)4.7 (5.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.6% of reviews — better64.7% of reviews
Number of ratings405.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#83 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS10.3 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB172 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPocketglow LLCTrayMinder LLC

Customer experience

TrayTime

All ratings40 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral8.8%
Negative20.6%

TrayMinder

All ratings5,229 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews621 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral11.3%
Negative24.0%

Bugs and requests

TrayTime

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TrayMinder

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Photos not saving or uploading correctly
  • Timer issues and inaccurate tracking
  • Notification problems and duplicate reminders

Requested features

5 requests
  • Time zone adjustment for travelers
  • Parental controls or multi-user support
  • Countdown widget for home screen
  • Customizable color themes
  • Chewie reminder feature

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TrayTime

One-time1
  • TrayTime Full Version$1.99
5 purchases

TrayMinder

Subscriptions2
  • TrayMinder+$4.991 Month
  • TrayMinder+14 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • (Legacy) Remove Ads$1.99
  • (Legacy) Apple Watch Support$1.99
  • TrayMinder+ (Lifetime)$69.99

Questions

Is TrayTime free?
TrayTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TrayMinder free?
TrayMinder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TrayTime or TrayMinder?
TrayMinder is rated higher. TrayTime averages 4.1 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while TrayMinder averages 4.7 from 5.2K ratings.
Do TrayTime or TrayMinder have ads?
TrayMinder shows ads; TrayTime does not.
Which is updated more often, TrayTime or TrayMinder?
TrayTime ships an update every 5 weeks, and TrayMinder daily. Most recently, TrayTime was updated on August 24, 2026 and TrayMinder on September 29, 2026.

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