# Tiimo vs TimeGuard

Tiimo and TimeGuard both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 48% of Tiimo's written reviews are positive against 0% of TimeGuard's. Tiimo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (21K vs 7). TimeGuard's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tiimo sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.00 per month and TimeGuard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Tiimo against 4.6 for TimeGuard. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tiimo has 21K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Tiimo's written reviews are positive against 0% of TimeGuard's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiimo | TimeGuard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiimo-to-do-list-planner/id1480220328/reviews) | [4.6 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeguard-stop-doomscroll/id6569240222/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **48.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#133** | — |
| Size | 241 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [tiimo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1300617106) | [RMGO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745937252) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiimo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiimo-to-do-list-planner/id1480220328)

**Currently charting:** #133 Top Grossing · Productivity, #151 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This AI-powered planner simplifies executive function, focus, and productivity by helping users build routines and manage tasks. It reduces mental load and makes following through easier, acting as a supportive partner for busy weeks.

**Highlights:** AI Co-Planner for task prioritization, Visual schedule with drag-and-drop tasks, To-do list with AI priority grouping, Calming focus timer, Sync with Apple Calendar and Reminders, Home and lock screen widgets, Shareable profiles

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $7.00 | per month |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro | $12.00 | per month |
| Tiimo Pro | $14.00 | per month |
| Pro | $36.00 | per year |
| Pro | $42.00 | per year |
| Pro | $48.00 | per year |
| Pro | $54.00 | per year |
| Tiimo Pro | $54.00 | per year |
| Lifetime | $99.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with organization and productivity
- 👍 Customizable and visually appealing
- 🎨 Useful for neurodivergent users
- ⏱️ Helpful visual timers and reminders
- 💡 Potential for life-changing impact

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔄 Frequent layout and feature changes
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔒 Lack of free basic version
- 🤯 Overwhelming and confusing to set up

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not working consistently
- Syncing issues between devices
- Unexpected task/routine changes
- Difficulty editing or deleting activities
- Unreliable timer functionality

**Requested features**

- Ability to reschedule/move tasks easily
- Customizable notification sounds
- Better calendar integration and views
- Option to hide/show certain task types
- More flexibility in routine/task creation


### TimeGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeguard-stop-doomscroll/id6569240222)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers personalized screen time reports, smart reminders, and custom focus sessions to improve concentration and productivity.

**Highlights:** Real-time app blocking, Personalized screen time reports, Smart reminders, Custom focus sessions, Deep focus mode, Rewards and milestones

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| TimeGuard Yearly With Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiimo free?

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

### Is TimeGuard free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tiimo or TimeGuard?

Tiimo and TimeGuard are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 21K and 7 ratings respectively.

### Do Tiimo or TimeGuard have ads?

TimeGuard shows ads; Tiimo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tiimo or TimeGuard?

Tiimo ships an update weekly, and TimeGuard weekly. Most recently, Tiimo was updated on October 19, 2026 and TimeGuard on October 8, 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.*