Comparison

Timekettle vs Joob App

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

Head to head
About

Timekettle

This application facilitates real-time, cross-language communication when paired with compatible smart translator earbuds. It utilizes advanced AI to provide fast and accurate translations, breaking down language barriers for business, travel, and living abroad.

Highlights
  • Real-time translation
  • AI-powered accuracy
  • Cross-language communication
  • Business negotiation support
  • Overseas travel assistance
  • Living abroad communication
Features
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Timekettle is a cross-language communication application that can be paired with dedicated smart hardware products (LiveTalk, W4 Plus, W4 Pro, W4, M3, WT2 Edge (W3), WT2 Plus, M2, ZERO). Designed for business negotiations, overseas travel, and living abroad, it enables you to break free from language barriers and communicate freely and smoothly with foreigners. The app leverages cutting-edge AI translation technology to deliver fast and accurate real-time translation, making every cross-language interaction more efficient and natural. Terms of Use (EULA): https://cdn.timekettle.co/agreement_en.html W4 Subscription Agreement: https://cdn.timekettle.co/w4_subscription_en.html Privacy Policy: https://cdn.timekettle.co/privacy_en.html

About

Joob App

Connect with local employers and job seekers on a community-driven platform. Find your next career opportunity or the perfect candidate with a focus on building respectful connections.

Highlights
  • Connect job seekers and employers
  • Local community focus
  • Build connections
  • Find job opportunities
  • Hire candidates
Features
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Our app is a platform that connects job seekers and employers from local communities. We believe in creating opportunities for our users through a community-driven approach, with a focus on building connections through heart and respect. Whether you're searching for a new job or looking to hire, our app is the perfect matchmaker to help you find the right fit.

Screenshots

Timekettle4 screens
Joob App3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Joob App at 5.0 against Timekettle's 2.9. Joob App also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Timekettle's advantage is ratings volume (467 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Timekettle sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Joob App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Joob App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timekettle has 467 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timekettle ships an update every 3 weeks, Joob App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Timekettle versus Joob App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimekettleJoob App
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (467 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings467 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size239 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Timekettle Technologies Co., Ltd.Poke Sushi Bowl LLC

Customer experience

Timekettle

All ratings467 ratings
Positive42.6%
Neutral8.4%
Negative49.0%
Written reviews451 reviews
Positive25.1%
Neutral9.5%
Negative65.4%

Joob App

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Timekettle

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Earbuds not connecting or disconnecting frequently
  • App crashing or not responding
  • Inaccurate translations or garbled text
  • Issues with language selection and switching

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to adjust translation speed
  • Support for more languages
  • Improved offline mode performance
  • Better integration with other communication apps

Joob App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Timekettle

Subscriptions6
  • LiveTalk Pro Plan (Monthly)$5.991 Month
  • LiveTalk Unlimited Plan (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Unlimited Plan7 Days trial$14.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Unlimited Plan$14.991 Month
  • LiveTalk Pro Plan (Annual)$59.991 Year
  • LiveTalk Unlimited Plan (Annual)$95.991 Year
One-time4
  • 5Fish$9.99
  • Livetalk 600-Min Booster Pack$12.99
  • 10Fish$18.99
Show 1 more
  • 15Fish$27.99
None

Joob App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timekettle free?
Timekettle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Joob App free?
Joob App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Timekettle or Joob App?
Joob App is rated higher. Timekettle averages 2.9 out of 5 from 467 ratings, while Joob App averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Timekettle or Joob App have ads?
Neither Timekettle nor Joob App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timekettle or Joob App?
Timekettle ships an update every 3 weeks, and Joob App fortnightly. Most recently, Timekettle was updated on September 25, 2026 and Joob App on June 10, 2026.

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