# Simple Stretch Timer vs Parasol

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Stretch Timer at none against Parasol's 1. Simple Stretch Timer also leads on ratings volume (23 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parasol sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simple Stretch Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Simple Stretch Timer against 5.0 for Parasol. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Stretch Timer has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Stretch Timer | Parasol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-stretch-timer/id1594685221/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parasol-uv-tracker/id6810961866/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 22 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rex Garland](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590208096) | [GABRIEL TUCKER ADDISON MYRICK](https://appshunter.io/developer/6810053146) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Stretch Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-stretch-timer/id1594685221)

This app helps you time your stretches with customizable duration and alert settings. It offers vibration and sound cues, allowing you to keep your device in your pocket. Designed for simplicity, it requires no complex setup or user accounts.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer duration, Sound alerts, Vibration alerts, Repeat timer function, Pocket-friendly vibration cues, No user accounts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Parasol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parasol-uv-tracker/id6810961866)

This app monitors UV forecasts and alerts you before UV index limits are passed, then notifies you when it's safe again. It provides daily safe and burn windows to help you plan outdoor activities around the sun. Pro features include personalized UV dose tracking and sunscreen reminders.

**Highlights:** UV forecast monitoring, Customizable UV index alerts, Daily safe and burn windows, Home Screen widget, UV dose tracking (with Apple Watch), Sunscreen logging and reminders, Fitzpatrick skin type adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parasol Pro | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Stretch Timer free?

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

### Is Parasol free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simple Stretch Timer or Parasol?

Parasol is rated higher. Simple Stretch Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Parasol averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Simple Stretch Timer or Parasol have ads?

Neither Simple Stretch Timer nor Parasol shows ads.

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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.*