Public Mobile vs Combate Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Public Mobile
This app offers a 5G wireless subscription service with self-service account management. Activate your service, manage plans, track usage, and earn rewards. Get 24/7 online support for all your mobile needs.
- 5G subscription phone service
- eSIM activation
- Self-service account management
- Plan usage tracking
- Rewards program
- Refer-a-friend savings
- 24/7 online support
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Welcome to different. Public Mobile is a wireless subscription service that does mobility differently. Sign up for Canada's first 5G subscription phone service in a few simple steps. With the Public Mobile app, you're in control. Activate in minutes with eSIM along with an eSIM compatible device and choose from 5G speed plans and unlimited data on Canada's largest network. Manage your own account with easy, self-service features in the app. Just like your other subscription services set it and forget it. Download the Public Mobile app for free to get started. Subscribe with a few quick clicks in the app: • Select and activate your subscription • Save with a 90 day subscription • Purchase and activate your eSIM or SIM card • You can keep your phone number when you subscribe to Public Mobile. Manage your plan anywhere, anytime with My Account: • Manage your subscription • Track your plan usage • Purchase add-ons Earn points that save you money with our Rewards program: • Check rewards balance • Redeem your points • Refer-a-friend to share savings Skip the wait time with 24/7 online solutions: • Access virtual support at your fingertips • Find answers and ask questions Download the Public Mobile App now. Learn more at publicmobile.ca
Combate Timer
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Combate was born on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu mats, where clear timing keeps classes moving and athletes focused. It is built for any training that runs in rounds—from BJJ, MMA, boxing, Muay Thai and wrestling to conditioning circuits, HIIT, Tabata and interval workouts. Set your round duration, rest time, number of rounds and Get Ready countdown, then run a clear, distraction-free timer that is easy to read at a glance. FEATURES • Flexible round, rest and Get Ready timing • Finite or unlimited rounds • Save and manage up to three custom presets • Clear visual phases for Get Ready, Round, Rest, Paused and Complete • Pause, resume or end a session with confidence • Optional timer sounds, vibration and local phase notifications • Keep Screen Awake during active sessions • Review completed sessions in History • System, light and dark appearance options COMBATE PRO • External display over AirPlay or HDMI—a purpose-built room timer, not a mirror of your phone • Add your gym name and logo to the room screen • AirPlay display and audio routing controls • Auto-Pause Music when a session finishes • Type an exact duration or round count instead of stepping to it • Built-in Tabata, EMOM and interval formats • Unlimited saved presets Combate Pro is available as a monthly subscription at $2.99, an annual subscription at $24.99, or a one-time Lifetime purchase at $39.99. Prices are in Canadian dollars; the App Store shows the equivalent price in your region. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed or cancelled in your Apple Account settings. Lifetime is a single purchase that never renews. Terms of Use (EULA): https://combatetimer.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://combatetimer.com/privacy/ Combate works without an account. Timer settings, presets and session history are stored locally on your device. Whether you are coaching a full class, working with a training partner or training solo, Combate keeps every round on time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Public Mobile at none against Combate Timer's 3. Combate Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). 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
Both are free to download. Combate Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Public Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.
Public Mobile ships an update every 3 weeks, Combate Timer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Public Mobile | Combate Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (216 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 216 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TELUS Communications Inc. | Shahan Bedi |
Bugs and requests
Public Mobile
Reported bugs
5 issues- Activation issues
- Logging in problems
- App crashes and freezes
- Unreliable service
- Billing and payment issues
Requested features
3 requests- Wifi calling
- Support for iPad/tablets
- Improve customer service access
Combate Timer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Public Mobile
No in-app purchases
Combate Timer
- Monthly Combate Pro$2.991 Month
- Yearly Combate Pro$24.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$29.99
Questions
Is Public Mobile free?
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Do Public Mobile or Combate Timer have ads?
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