# ThinkBack vs Contadino

The clearest difference is update cadence: ThinkBack at every 3 days against Contadino's every 4 months. ThinkBack also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). Contadino's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ThinkBack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Contadino sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ThinkBack against 5.0 for Contadino. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

ThinkBack ships an update every 3 days, Contadino every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThinkBack | Contadino |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkback/id1541030401/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contadino/id1672167389/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 61 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sam Storino](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457262269) | [Christopher Golding](https://appshunter.io/developer/363672420) |

## What reviewers say

### ThinkBack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkback/id1541030401)

This app helps you commit information to long-term memory through spaced repetition. It prompts you daily to review notes, organize them with hashtags, and offers private iCloud syncing. Upgrade for enhanced functionality.

**Highlights:** Spaced repetition for memory building, Daily review prompts, Note organization with hashtags, Private iCloud syncing, Search and filter notes, Mark notes as memorized

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


### Contadino

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contadino/id1672167389)

This focus tracker helps you work with clarity and build better habits using the Pomodoro technique. It logs your focused sessions and breaks, allowing you to understand your productivity patterns and see your progress grow over time. Customize themes and session lengths to fit your workflow.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro technique timer, Automatic session logging, Distraction tracking, Productivity statistics, Customizable themes and timers, Cross-device syncing, Privacy-focused design

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.49 | per month |
| Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| Contadino+ | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ThinkBack free?

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

### Is Contadino free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ThinkBack or Contadino?

ThinkBack and Contadino are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do ThinkBack or Contadino have ads?

Neither ThinkBack nor Contadino shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ThinkBack or Contadino?

ThinkBack ships an update every 3 days, and Contadino every 4 months. Most recently, ThinkBack was updated on October 18, 2026 and Contadino on October 25, 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.*