# The Time Zone Converter vs TimeBuddy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Time Zone Converter at 46% against TimeBuddy's 0%. The Time Zone Converter also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Time Zone Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TimeBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Time Zone Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Time Zone Converter has 1.5K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of The Time Zone Converter's written reviews are positive against 0% of TimeBuddy's.

The Time Zone Converter ships an update every 4 weeks, TimeBuddy every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Time Zone Converter | TimeBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-time-zone-converter/id1570295267/reviews)** | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **45.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 23 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vladislav Dugnist](https://appshunter.io/developer/960734880) | [MasterMind Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/674597403) |

## What reviewers say

### The Time Zone Converter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-time-zone-converter/id1570295267)

Easily convert time zones and check the current time in different locations worldwide. This app allows you to add desired locations and use a timeline to see future times. It also features a calendar view to find common working hours across selected places.

**Highlights:** World time zone conversion, Add custom locations, Scrollable timeline for future times, Calendar view for working hours, Home screen widgets

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $8.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $14.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Vibration while scrolling timeline
- 👍 Simple and clean design
- 👍 Accurate time display

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-based model
- 🐛 Time drifts and needs resetting
- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🐛 Location detection issues
- 🐛 Lack of instructions and guidance

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and repeated payment prompts
- Unable to add new time zones in free version

**Requested features**

- Add military time display option
- Improve widget functionality
- Provide desktop version
- Improve calendar integration


### TimeBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888)

This app helps you focus on tasks with a customizable multi-step timer. Break down goals into mini-goals and receive spoken alerts and reminders across devices. Track progress and share achievements with shareable graphics.

**Highlights:** Reusable multi-step timer sessions, Simultaneous session support, Cross-device reminders, Spoken timer alerts, Home screen widgets, Focus session history, Customizable graphic templates

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Time Zone Converter free?

The Time Zone Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TimeBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The Time Zone Converter or TimeBuddy?

The Time Zone Converter is rated higher. The Time Zone Converter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while TimeBuddy averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do The Time Zone Converter or TimeBuddy have ads?

Neither The Time Zone Converter nor TimeBuddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Time Zone Converter or TimeBuddy?

The Time Zone Converter ships an update every 4 weeks, and TimeBuddy every 6 weeks. Most recently, The Time Zone Converter was updated on October 25, 2026 and TimeBuddy on October 15, 2026.

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