TaskCow vs TimeBox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TaskCow
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Till this day forgetting your tasks especially task meant to be done on the day itself is quite common, TaskCow focuses mainly on daily tasks so never worry anymore. Even if you don’t open the application TaskCow shows you all incomplete task(s) you have for the day in your home screen so you’ll be reminded of it making it hard for you to forget your tasks. Add Task, Delete Task, View Task, Be Reminded By Cow LIKE NEVER BEFORE FEATURES ◆ VIEW TASKS ON WATCH(Newly added in 1.4) - View all your tasks for the day, future tasks, completed tasks on your Apple Watch. - No intervention needed, whatever you do on TaskCow will be reflected on the watch automatically. ◆ VIEW ALL COMPLETED TASKS - View all your completed tasks that was automatically deleted, if you marked it completed. - Add back the task with same name and location, just left with date for you the user to set. - Totally remove records of your completed tasks. ◆ MONITOR WEATHER & FORECAST - Dynamic background throughout day & depending weather conditions ⁃ Its mainly Singapore supported since other Countries has limited request calls but it still works for other countries. ⁃ Requires Wifi and location services enabled. ⁃ Only track location for checking of weather no data will be kept. ◆ MARK TASKS AS COMPLETED OR INCOMPLETE - Those tasks marked as completed will be auto deleted after a day. ◆ FILTER HOW YOU VIEW TASK LIST IN APPLICATION , TASK TODAY OR ALL TASKS ◆ 85% OFFLINE, EXCEPT SEARCH NEARBY LOCATION FEATURE & WEATHER FEATURE ⁃ You can enable/disable location access in your device’s setting. ⁃ It will require internet connection if not there won’t be results of locations nearby shown to you. ◆ COW-THEMED APPLICATION ⁃ Be reminded by Cow’s Moo once notification is set. ⁃ Cow inspired widgets that updates after any operations & when new day comes. ⁃ The widgets come in 3 sizes too. ⁃ The large widget allows you to click the button and be directed to the add task page directly, but only when you have the app running in background. ◆ DAILY TASK FOCUS ⁃ Task for the day will be automatically deleted after a day, same applies for widgets. ◆ DARK AND LIGHT THEMES ◆ ONLY SUPPORTED ON iPhone and M1 Macs PRIVACY ◆ THERE WILL NO TRACKING AT ALL, WE RESPECT OUR USER’S PRIVACY ABOUT ME TaskCow - Hi, my name is Caven a developer from Singapore this is my first application released on the App Store developed using SwiftUI all by myself, this application was created to integrate Cow which is one of my favourite animal of all time with Task Reminder. I enjoyed making this app since I learnt. Hope you don’t find the widgets boring but interesting since its cow themed. Thank You and please support me if you like my application. It's a free app now!! Get Your Own TaskCow Now!!!
TimeBox
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TimeBox - Harvard's #1 Productivity Method in an App Do you have many tasks but struggle to execute them? Have you felt the limitations of simple to-do apps and timer apps? TimeBox is a time management solution that brings Harvard's #1 productivity method, Time Boxing, to your mobile device. Complete your daily productivity loop from planning to execution to reflection. [Why TimeBox?] Traditional to-do apps only record "what to do," while timer apps only provide "focus." As a result, planning, execution, tracking, and reflection remain disconnected, preventing real behavioral change. TimeBox creates a complete productivity loop by forcing you to schedule tasks in time boxes, executing them instantly with the timer, and finishing with statistics and reflection. [Core Features] 1. Smart Time Allocation Schedule your tasks in 30-minute time boxes. Overlapping schedules are automatically blocked, helping you create realistic plans. We clearly show you which schedules conflict. 2. Instant Execution View all your tasks at a glance on the timetable and start the timer with one tap. Focus according to your planned time. Manage easily with play, pause, and complete buttons. 3. Progress Tracking - Daily Statistics: Check your day's performance with planned box count, completed box count, and more - Monthly Statistics: See your month's performance at a glance with streak days and monthly completion rate * Streak System: Record your daily completed boxes and challenge yourself to maintain your streak 4. Priority Management Set up to 3 Top3 priorities per day. Build the habit of tackling important tasks first. 5. Recurring Tasks Easily set up tasks that repeat daily, weekly, or monthly. Color-code them for easy identification. 6. Daily Reflection End your day by recording today's achievements and thoughts. Use reflection to make tomorrow a better day. 7. Smart Notifications Get notified 5 minutes before your scheduled tasks so you never miss a start. Toggle notifications on and off as needed. 8. Intuitive Timetable Visualize your 24-hour day in 30-minute blocks to see your schedule at a glance. Tasks are automatically placed, making time management effortless. [Who Is This App For?] - Office Workers: Those who want to efficiently use time between meetings - Students/Job Seekers: Those who need to structure study time and stay motivated for continuous learning - Freelancers: Those who want to systematically manage their flexible daily schedules - Productivity Seekers: Those who tried to-do and timer apps but saw no behavioral change [What Makes TimeBox Different] - No Time Conflicts Policy: Overlapping schedules cannot be created, forcing realistic planning - Instant Execution UX: Seamlessly connect from timetable to timer with zero friction - Streak System: Stay motivated with completion-based streak tracking - Low-Friction Experience: Start immediately without login—no barriers to entry [Additional Features] - Multi-language Support: Available in Korean, English, and Japanese - Dark Mode: Reduce eye strain with dark mode - Widget Support: Check today's tasks right from your home screen - Ad Removal: Enjoy an ad-free experience with a one-time in-app purchase [Getting Started] TimeBox works right out of the box—no complex setup required. Add your first task, schedule it in a time box, and start the timer. Your daily productivity loop begins now. Download now and make your day more meaningful! If you have questions or feedback, please contact us through the in-app customer support.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: TaskCow at 3 against TimeBox's —. On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. TaskCow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TimeBox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | TaskCow | TimeBox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Caven Lim | TaeHun Kim |
In-app purchases
TaskCow
- TaskCow Donation$1.99
TimeBox
- ad remove$2.99









