# TrayTime vs TrayMinder

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | TrayTime | TrayMinder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traytime/id1250940516/reviews) | **[4.7 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trayminder-aligner-timer/id1320684802/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 40 | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **70.6% of reviews** | 64.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#83** |
| Size | 35 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Pocketglow LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497555859) | [TrayMinder LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1317535909) |

## What reviewers say

### TrayTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traytime/id1250940516)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TrayTime Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |


### TrayMinder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trayminder-aligner-timer/id1320684802)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TrayMinder+ | $4.99 | per month |
| TrayMinder+ | $39.99 | per year |
| (Legacy) Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| (Legacy) Apple Watch Support | $1.99 | one-time |
| TrayMinder+ (Lifetime) | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well-designed and packed with features
- 🚀 Excellent tracking and reminders
- 📊 Helpful statistics and progress tracking
- 🔍 Detailed and customizable
- 🤖 Seamless Apple Watch integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing and connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery drain
- 🔒 Concerns about in-app purchases and subscriptions
- 🔍 Confusing or unintuitive UI elements

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*