Comparison

DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ vs Switching Hourglass

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+

Play your DVD videos on your smartphone or tablet screen. This app requires specific "Rakureco+" models with DVD playback capabilities. It is designed for landscape viewing and supports iOS/iPadOS 15 and later.

Highlights
  • Play DVD videos on mobile devices
  • Supports specific Rakureco+ models
  • Landscape orientation optimized
  • Requires iOS/iPadOS 15+
  • Access app manual online
Read full description

本アプリは、スマートフォン用CDレコーダー「ラクレコ+」のDVD再生対応モデルに対応するDVDビデオ再生アプリです。 スマートフォンやタブレットの画面で、お手持ちのDVDビデオをお楽しみいただけます。 (RR-PW1, RR-PW2シリーズ以外の「ラクレコ+」ではご利用いただけません。) ※本アプリは横画面専用アプリです。ご利用の際は、端末を横持ちにしてお楽しみください。 【対応OS】 iOS 15以降 iPadOS 15以降 【対象製品】 RR-PW1シリーズ(Wi-Fi接続・DVD再生対応モデル) RR-PW2シリーズ(Wi-Fi接続・DVD再生対応・microSDスロット搭載モデル) ※RR-C1シリーズやRR-W1シリーズでは本アプリはご利用いただけません。 【マニュアル】 アプリのマニュアルは以下URLからご覧ください。 URL:https://86886.jp/rakureco-dvd-help/ 【ご注意】 BDレコーダー等で録画した番組を保存したDVDの再生には対応しておりません。 DVD-VR、DVD-VR with CPRM、DVD+VR、AVCREC、AVCHDの再生はサポートしておりません。

About

Switching Hourglass

Features
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Switching Hourglass is a visual timer designed to help children and caregivers move from one activity to the next. Set a clear cue such as "5 more minutes" or "Bath time when the sand runs out." Showing both the ending and the next activity on screen helps everyone share the same expectation without relying only on repeated reminders. Main features: - Hourglass timer - Saved next actions - Sand color options - Finish sounds - Device notifications - Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, and Korean - Restore previous purchase The free version includes the basic timer. The Full Version unlocks additional colors and finish sounds and increases the number of saved next actions. Settings and saved actions are stored on this device. LIFLO does not collect your timer settings or saved action text. Data may be lost if the app is deleted, the device fails, or the operating system or storage is reset. This app is not intended for diagnosis, treatment, or professional parenting guidance. Use it as a simple aid for everyday transitions.

Screenshots

DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+3 screens
Switching Hourglass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ at none against Switching Hourglass's 1. Switching Hourglass's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Switching Hourglass sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ ships an update every 5 months, Switching Hourglass weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ versus Switching Hourglass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+Switching Hourglass
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGreenBee, IncChisato Yoshida

In-app purchases

None

DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Switching Hourglass

One-time1
  • Switching Hourglass Full$1.99

Questions

Is DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ free?
DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Switching Hourglass free?
Switching Hourglass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ or Switching Hourglass have ads?
Neither DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ nor Switching Hourglass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ or Switching Hourglass?
DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ ships an update every 5 months, and Switching Hourglass weekly. Most recently, DVDプレーヤーforラクレコ+ was updated on November 3, 2026 and Switching Hourglass on November 6, 2026.

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