# Clipboard vs Timely Automation

The clearest difference is rating: Timely Automation at 5.0 against Clipboard's 4.5. Timely Automation also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Clipboard's advantage is ratings volume (1.9K vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Clipboard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Timely Automation sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timely Automation holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clipboard has 1.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Clipboard ships an update every 3 weeks, Timely Automation every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Clipboard | Timely Automation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clipboard-paste-keyboard/id1514741180/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timely-automation/id6761284335/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 60 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [秀平 罗](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435264909) | [Saif uddin Palash](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888638107) |

## What reviewers say

### Clipboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clipboard-paste-keyboard/id1514741180)

This app synchronizes clipboard and checklist records across Apple devices using iCloud. It supports various data types like text, images, and files, helping users save time and avoid repetitive inputs. Enjoy seamless cross-platform efficiency.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform iCloud sync (iOS/macOS), Store text, images, files, Shortcut key operations, Customizable layout, Search clipboard history, Rich text/image preview

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Premium for Mac | $4.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium for iOS | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient clipboard management
- 💡 Helpful organization features (labels, color coding)
- 🚀 Quick access to frequently used text
- 👍 Seamless integration with keyboard

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing issues between devices
- 💰 Subscription model after trial period
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data security
- 🐛 Bugs with the keyboard extension

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not appearing in certain apps
- Clipboard items not saving consistently
- Unexpected crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Ability to share clipboard items between users
- Customizable keyboard layout and appearance
- Improved search and filtering options
- Support for images and other file types in clipboard


### Timely Automation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timely-automation/id6761284335)

This app simplifies daily workflows for home care workers through intuitive shift tracking, clear scheduling, and secure visit verification. It helps users stay organized to focus on providing quality care.

**Highlights:** Intuitive shift tracking, Clear scheduling, Secure visit verification, Daily workflow simplification, Organization for care providers

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timely Monthly | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Clipboard free?

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

### Is Timely Automation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Clipboard or Timely Automation?

Timely Automation is rated higher. Clipboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Timely Automation averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Clipboard or Timely Automation have ads?

Neither Clipboard nor Timely Automation shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Clipboard or Timely Automation?

Clipboard ships an update every 3 weeks, and Timely Automation every 2 months. Most recently, Clipboard was updated on October 29, 2026 and Timely Automation on October 31, 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.*