# Toothbrush Timer vs Handwashtimer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Toothbrush Timer at 68% against Handwashtimer's 0%. Toothbrush Timer also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.3) and ratings volume (589 vs 13). Handwashtimer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Toothbrush Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Handwashtimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Toothbrush Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Toothbrush Timer has 589 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Toothbrush Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Handwashtimer's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Toothbrush Timer | Handwashtimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (589 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toothbrush-timer-toothy/id1453139747/reviews)** | [1.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwashtimer/id1502538523/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **589** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **67.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 18 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Volodymyr Yahenskyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/961335645) | [Bror Brurberg](https://appshunter.io/developer/979357611) |

## What reviewers say

### Toothbrush Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toothbrush-timer-toothy/id1453139747)

This app guides you through a complete dental care routine, ensuring each tooth receives proper attention. It offers step-by-step instructions for brushing, flossing, and rinsing, with smart reminders and detailed statistics to help you build and maintain healthy oral hygiene habits.

**Highlights:** Guided timers for brushing, flossing, and rinsing, Step-by-step voice instructions, Smart reminders, Detailed statistics, Health app integration, Customizable reminders (Premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Toothy PRO - Monthly plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Toothy PRO - Yearly plan | $11.99 | per year |
| Yearly plan | $17.99 | per year |
| Annual plan | $23.99 | per year |
| Lifetime plan | $35.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for ADHD users
- 👍 Motivates regular teeth brushing
- 👍 Provides brushing guidance
- 👍 Gives dentist-like clean feeling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subscription issues (not working, unable to get refund)
- 💰 Expensive subscription, lack of affordable options
- 🔇 Dislike of robotic voice
- 🤖 Automatic song selection without user control

**Reported bugs**

- Timer issues (inaccurate, stops when watch dims)
- Inability to delete manual brush records
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add lifetime payment option
- Allow manual brushing entry without timer
- Implement Spotify integration
- Provide more voice options


### Handwashtimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handwashtimer/id1502538523)

This app helps you remember to wash your hands by setting customizable notifications. It also includes a 20-second timer with watch vibration to ensure proper handwashing duration.

**Highlights:** Customizable notification intervals, 20-second handwashing timer, Watch vibration alerts, Simple one-tap start for timer

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Toothbrush Timer free?

Toothbrush Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Handwashtimer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Toothbrush Timer or Handwashtimer?

Toothbrush Timer is rated higher. Toothbrush Timer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 589 ratings, while Handwashtimer averages 1.3 from 13 ratings.

### Do Toothbrush Timer or Handwashtimer have ads?

Neither Toothbrush Timer nor Handwashtimer shows ads.

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