# OpenRx Timer vs Calz

The clearest difference is rating: Calz at 4.7 against OpenRx Timer's 1.0. Calz also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 0%) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 1). OpenRx Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 32) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Calz sells 30 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. OpenRx Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Calz holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calz has 4.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of OpenRx Timer's written reviews are positive against 41% of Calz's.

OpenRx Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, Calz every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenRx Timer | Calz |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openrx-timer/id1542370246/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calz-calorie-counter-ai/id6738832996/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **41.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Brainovations Education Excellence Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1102126798) | [Wachanga LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521231523) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenRx Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openrx-timer/id1542370246)

This app helps users track when they open eye medicine bottles. It sends timely reminders to discard expired medication, preventing potential eye health risks. Easily set reminders in seconds to manage your eye care regimen.

**Highlights:** Records eye medicine opening date, Sends discard reminders, User-friendly interface, Quick reminder setup, Prevents eye health risks

**In-app purchases:** none


### Calz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calz-calorie-counter-ai/id6738832996)

Effortlessly track your calorie and macronutrient intake with AI-powered food recognition. Simply scan your meals with your camera or search an extensive database. Get personalized meal plans and monitor your progress towards your health goals.

**Highlights:** AI-powered food recognition via camera, Calorie and macronutrient tracking, Extensive food database, Customizable meal plans, Progress monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (30)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Calorie Counter & Tracker AI | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Calorie Counter & Tracker AI | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium | $12.49 | per year |
| Calz Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium | $15.99 | per month |
| Premium | $15.99 | per month |
| Premium | $17.49 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Calz Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate calorie counting
- 👍 Easy to use photo-based tracking
- 💡 Useful journaling feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Restrictive calorie goals
- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🔍 Limited manual data entry

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with calorie surplus tracking
- Scanning not recognizing all foods

**Requested features**

- More flexible calorie goals
- Ability to manually enter food data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenRx Timer free?

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

### Is Calz free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenRx Timer or Calz?

Calz is rated higher. OpenRx Timer averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Calz averages 4.7 from 4.3K ratings.

### Do OpenRx Timer or Calz have ads?

Calz shows ads; OpenRx Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, OpenRx Timer or Calz?

OpenRx Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Calz every 6 days. Most recently, OpenRx Timer was updated on October 6, 2026 and Calz on October 30, 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.*