Comparison

Contraction Timer & Counter IO vs Bump Pulse

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

Head to head
About

Contraction Timer & Counter 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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The easiest Contraction Timer 500K+ parents trust to stay calm & in control. Know when to go to the hospital. No ads. ContractionTimer.io is a contraction tracker app used during labor to measure contraction duration, frequency, and interval. The counter & tracker detects your labor phase and alerts you when contractions match active labor, and when it's time to go to the hospital. Works on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Lock Screen. How to track contractions: 1. Tap once when a contraction begins 2. Tap again when it ends 3. The app calculates duration, frequency, and interval 4. When your pattern matches active labor, you get an alert Start tracking from your Apple Watch or Lock Screen with one tap. No need to unlock your phone during a contraction. What is a contraction timer? A contraction timer is a tool used during labor to measure how long each contraction lasts and how far apart contractions are. A contraction tracker records each contraction and calculates the interval between them. Contraction timer apps automate this so you do not have to count manually during labor and delivery. What can this Contraction app do? * One-tap contraction timer * Duration, frequency, and interval calculation * Contraction history with edit and delete * Labor phase detection (early, active, transition) * Hospital alerts based on the 5-1-1 rule * Lock Screen widget * Dark mode and offline support * One free calming audio track More Contraction Timer options. * Apple Watch app to track contractions * Calming audio and hypnobirthing library * Doctor reports for your healthcare provider * Partner mode for your partner or doula * Contraction graphs and analytics Included pregnancy tools: hospital bag checklist, baby kick counter, due date calculator, birth plan, breathing exercises, weight tracker, partner prep guide, and postpartum guide. When to start using a contraction timer Start using a contraction timer when you notice regular tightening in your abdomen or lower back. Record at least six contractions to identify a pattern. Early labor contractions may last 30 to 60 seconds. As labor progresses, contractions become longer, stronger, and closer together. An app to track contractions helps you see this pattern clearly. What is the 5-1-1 rule for contractions? The 5-1-1 rule means contractions come every 5 minutes, last 1 minute each, and continue for 1 hour. This pattern typically indicates active labor. Some providers use the 4-1-1 or 3-1-1 rule depending on circumstances. ContractionTimer.io detects these patterns and alerts you when contractions match. How long do contractions last when they first start? Early labor contractions last between 30 and 60 seconds. As labor progresses, contractions last 45 to 90 seconds and occur every 3 to 5 minutes. A contraction tracker helps you see whether contractions are getting longer and closer together. Are contractions only 30 seconds? Early contractions can last as little as 30 seconds. As labor advances, contraction duration increases. Contractions lasting 60 seconds or more at regular intervals generally indicate active labor. Why do parents choose ContractionTimer.io? Parents often look for a contraction timer that is simple, accurate, and free from ads. ContractionTimer.io focuses on helping you track contractions, recognize labor patterns, and know when it may be time to go to the hospital. Supports 18 languages and works on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Lock Screen. Trusted by over 500,000 parents worldwide, ContractionTimer.io works offline and stores your contraction history on your device. No account required. No ads during labor. This app is not a medical device. Alerts are based on general guidelines like the 5-1-1 rule. Always consult your healthcare provider. Trust your body. --- Contraction Tracker & Timer App is available on iPhone, iPad & Apple Watch. All data is stored on your device. Privacy: https://contractiontimer.io/privacy/ Terms: https://contractiontimer.io/terms/

About

Bump Pulse

This labor tracking app helps expecting parents monitor contractions with a simple one-tap timer. It provides real-time progress sharing and helpful summaries to identify active labor, all without ads or subscriptions.

Highlights
  • One-tap contraction timer
  • Smart labor trend tracking
  • Real-time progress sharing
  • Offline functionality
  • Siri and App Shortcut integration
  • Apple Watch support
  • Live Activity display
Features
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Track contractions with confidence. Simple, smart, and built for labor. Bump Pulse is a fast and accurate contraction timer made for expecting parents. Log each contraction with a single tap and instantly view duration, frequency, and patterns that help you recognize active labor. Stay connected and supported. Share your real-time progress with your partner, doula, or midwife, no matter where they are. Why choose Bump Pulse? • One-tap contraction timer with no setup • Clean, distraction-free design for focus during labor • Smart timeline to track duration, intervals, and labor trends • Real-time sharing with your birth partner or care team • Helpful summaries to know when it may be time to go • Works offline with no account required Made to be easy to reach when you need it most • Start or stop the timer with Siri • Use App Shortcuts for even faster access • Add widgets with quick buttons to open the app fast • Start or stop from the Lock Screen without unlocking your phone • Use Live Activity to keep the timer visible and quickly jump back into the app • Track contractions from Apple Watch, including start and stop controls, quick stats, and recent contractions No ads. No subscriptions. Just clarity, calm, and control. Bump Pulse was built to give you peace of mind, so you can focus on what truly matters: bringing your baby into the world. Bump Pulse is not a medical device and does not replace the advice of your midwife or doctor.

Screenshots

Contraction Timer & Counter IO3 screens
Bump Pulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

Contraction Timer & Counter IO and Bump Pulse both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Bump Pulse's written reviews are positive against 50% of Contraction Timer & Counter IO's. Bump Pulse also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 & Counter IO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Bump Pulse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Contraction Timer & Counter IO against 4.7 for Bump Pulse. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 74 and 63 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Contraction Timer & Counter IO's written reviews are positive against 80% of Bump Pulse's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Contraction Timer & Counter IO ships an update every 2 months, Bump Pulse weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Contraction Timer & Counter IO versus Bump Pulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction Timer & Counter IOBump Pulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (74 ratings) — better4.7 (63 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings74 — better63
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB55 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperATN Marketing SRLAURIMAS PRUSOVAS

Customer experience

Contraction Timer & Counter IO

All ratings74 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral4.1%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Bump Pulse

All ratings63 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Contraction Timer & Counter IO

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

Bump Pulse

One-time1
  • Birth Certificate$4.99

Questions

Is Contraction Timer & Counter IO free?
Contraction Timer & Counter IO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bump Pulse free?
Bump Pulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Contraction Timer & Counter IO or Bump Pulse?
Contraction Timer & Counter IO is rated higher. Contraction Timer & Counter IO averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74 ratings, while Bump Pulse averages 4.7 from 63 ratings.
Do Contraction Timer & Counter IO or Bump Pulse have ads?
Neither Contraction Timer & Counter IO nor Bump Pulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Contraction Timer & Counter IO or Bump Pulse?
Contraction Timer & Counter IO ships an update every 2 months, and Bump Pulse weekly. Most recently, Contraction Timer & Counter IO was updated on September 22, 2026 and Bump Pulse on September 25, 2026.

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