Comparison

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO vs Contraction Timer Kick Counter

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

Head to head
About

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO

This app helps expectant mothers track labor contractions by measuring duration, frequency, and interval. It detects labor phases and alerts users when it's time to go to the hospital. Features include one-tap tracking, Lock Screen widgets, and dark mode.

Highlights
  • One-tap contraction timing
  • Duration, frequency, and interval calculation
  • Labor phase detection
  • Hospital alerts based on 5-1-1 rule
  • Lock Screen widget
  • Dark mode and offline support
Features
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ContractionTimer.io is an ad-free contraction timer and tracker for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, trusted by over 500,000 parents. It is used during labor to measure contraction duration, frequency, intensity, and interval. Get alerts based on the 5-1-1 rule. Your partner or doula can follow contractions live on their own phone. Family follows through a private link in any browser. No ads. No pop-ups during labor. No account needed to time contractions. Contraction timing works offline. HOW TO TIME CONTRACTIONS 1. Tap when a contraction starts, then tap again when it ends. 2. See contraction duration, frequency, and interval. 3. Record how strong each contraction feels. 4. Get an alert when your timing pattern meets the 5-1-1 rule. 5. Use the "Call my provider" button to contact your care team. Time contractions from your Apple Watch or Lock Screen without unlocking your iPhone. WHAT DOES A CONTRACTION TRACKER MEASURE? Duration is how long one contraction lasts. Frequency is the time from the start of one contraction to the start of the next. Interval is the rest time between the end of one contraction and the start of the next. ContractionTimer.io records these timings automatically as you tap. Contraction strength is based on your own rating of how each contraction feels. Review your history to see changes in timing and reported intensity. SHARE LABOR LIVE - Your partner or doula sees contractions live on their own phone. - Your partner can start and stop the timer remotely with Pro. - Family follows a private link on a phone, tablet, or computer. - Family can send hearts and comments; you can turn them off. - Live sharing requires an internet connection. You can continue timing contractions offline. FREE CONTRACTION TIMER FEATURES - One-tap contraction timer with a breathing guide. - Contraction duration, frequency, interval, and strength recording. - Edit, delete, and add missed contractions. - See time since the last contraction. - Labor phase tracking: early, active, and transition. - 5-1-1 hospital alert to help you decide when to go, with a ‘Call my provider’ button. - Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets. PRO: ONE-TIME PURCHASE OR WEEKLY SUBSCRIPTION - Both options cover you and your partner. - Apple Watch app for timing contractions from your wrist. - Partner timing from their own phone. - Unlimited live updates and photos for family. - Contraction charts and a shareable report for your doctor. - Calming audio & hypnobirthing library. - Birth story and baby announcement. Pregnancy tools also include a hospital bag checklist, baby kick counter, due date calculator, birth plan, breathing exercises, and a partner prep guide. WHAT IS THE 5-1-1 RULE? The 5-1-1 rule means contractions start every 5 minutes, last 1 minute each, and continue for 1 hour. ContractionTimer.io alerts you when your recorded contractions match this pattern, helping you discuss next steps with your healthcare provider. A timing pattern alone cannot confirm your stage of labor. Some providers use 4-1-1 or 3-1-1 instead. Ask your provider which pattern applies to you. WHEN SHOULD I START TIMING? Start recording when you notice contractions and want to track their pattern. Review duration, spacing, and your reported strength to share a clear history with your care team. PRIVACY No account is required for contraction timing. Your contraction history stays on your device unless you choose to share it with your partner or family. Available in 18 languages on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. ContractionTimer.io is not a medical device. Alerts follow general timing guidelines such as 5-1-1 and do not replace medical advice. Always follow your healthcare provider's guidance. ------- Contraction Tracker & Timer App is available on iPhone, iPad & Apple Watch. Privacy: https://contractiontimer.io/privacy/ Terms: https://contractiontimer.io/terms/

About

Contraction Timer Kick Counter

Track labor contractions with start and stop timers to measure duration and frequency. Monitor your baby's movements with a simple kick counter. Essential tools for expectant parents to stay informed and communicate with healthcare providers.

Highlights
  • Contraction timer
  • Baby kick counter
  • Labor stage information
  • Movement tracking
  • Doctor communication guidance
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"Soon" - Contraction Timer & Baby Kick Counter How to use the Contraction Timer? When a contraction begins, press the button "Сontraction Start" When a contraction ends, press the button "Сontraction Stop" The App counts the difference between the beginning and the end of the contraction indicates how long the contraction lasted. As soon as the next contraction begins, repeat. Early labor: The cervix has dilated from completely closed to 3 centimeters (cm) in diameter. Contractions are mild, similar to menstrual cramps and irregular. Each contraction lasts 30 to 45 seconds and occurs five to 20 minutes apart. Active labor: The cervix will dilate from 4 cm to 7 cm and contractions will be stronger and last longer. Usually, they will last 45 to 60 seconds, with 3 minutes to 5 minutes between each one. This is the point where you should go to the hospital. Transition: During this final phase of labor before the birth of your baby, the cervix opens completely from 8 cm to 10 cm. Contractions can be so long and intense that they may seem to overlap. Each one will last about 60 to 90 seconds with just 30 seconds to 2 minutes rest between each. Important: If your water broke, you must go to the hospital right away, regardless of the frequency of contractions! During pregnancy and before childbirth, always stay in touch with your doctor. How to use the Kick Counter? Lie down on your side or relax in a comfortable chair Pay attention only to your baby's movements Press "KICK" button on any movement that you can feel (except hiccups) The baby does not need to move 10 times EVERY two hours, but they should have a couple of active hours each day. Important: If your baby kicks less than 10 times per 2 hours you should call a doctor Easy delivery for you and your child! Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO4 screens
Contraction Timer Kick Counter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Contraction Timer & Tracker IO at none against Contraction Timer Kick Counter's shown. Contraction Timer & Tracker IO also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Contraction Timer Kick Counter's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. Contraction Timer & Tracker IO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Contraction Timer Kick Counter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Contraction Timer & Tracker IO has 86 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Contraction Timer & Tracker IO's written reviews are positive against 33% of Contraction Timer Kick Counter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO ships an update every 2 months, Contraction Timer Kick Counter fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Contraction Timer & Tracker IO versus Contraction Timer Kick Counter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction Timer & Tracker IOContraction Timer Kick Counter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (86 ratings) — better4.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings86 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB31 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperATN Marketing SRLAndrei Nemtsou

Customer experience

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO

All ratings86 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Contraction Timer Kick Counter

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Contraction Timer & Tracker IO

Subscriptions1
  • Contraction Tracker Timer Weekly$1.997 Days
One-time1
  • Contraction Tracker & Timer +$4.99
3 purchases

Contraction Timer Kick Counter

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Welcome One-Time Offer$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$7.991 Month

Questions

Is Contraction Timer & Tracker IO free?
Contraction Timer & Tracker IO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Contraction Timer Kick Counter free?
Contraction Timer Kick Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Contraction Timer & Tracker IO or Contraction Timer Kick Counter?
Contraction Timer & Tracker IO is rated higher. Contraction Timer & Tracker IO averages 4.8 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Contraction Timer Kick Counter averages 4.6 from 7 ratings.
Do Contraction Timer & Tracker IO or Contraction Timer Kick Counter have ads?
Contraction Timer Kick Counter shows ads; Contraction Timer & Tracker IO does not.
Which is updated more often, Contraction Timer & Tracker IO or Contraction Timer Kick Counter?
Contraction Timer & Tracker IO ships an update every 2 months, and Contraction Timer Kick Counter fortnightly. Most recently, Contraction Timer & Tracker IO was updated on October 11, 2026 and Contraction Timer Kick Counter on October 4, 2026.

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