Comparison

Paperparrot vs Timesheet

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

Head to head
About

Paperparrot

Organize your documents effortlessly with this native client for Paperless-ngx. Upload, scan, and secure files in various formats. Enjoy offline access, custom views, and powerful search capabilities.

Highlights
  • Connect to multiple Paperless-ngx instances
  • Add documents in various formats
  • Scan documents via camera or network scanner
  • Secure documents with Face/Touch ID
  • Extensive search and Spotlight support
  • Create custom document views
  • Offline document synchronization
Features
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Paperparrot is an app designed to make organizing your documents easy and it's completely compatible with Paperless-ngx. Features: - Connect to multiple Paperless-ngx-Instances - Add documents in various formats like PDF, JPEG, PNG, TXT or office documents - Scan documents from right within Paperparrot using your phones camera or an Airscan-capable network scanner - Secure your documents using Face-/Touch-ID - Extensive search capabilities - Support for Spotlight search to find documents from your home screen - Create custom views to easily access sets of documents - Share documents to Paperparrot from other apps - Synchronize documents from your Paperless-ng(x) server to your device for offline access - Built in support for push notifications from your server (additional setup required)* - Dark mode! * The free version of Paperparrot is limited to six documents and some features like custom queries and push notifications are unavailable. These limitation can be removed through an in-app purchase. There is both a one-time purchase or an optional auto-renewing subscription (1 month free trial included). The one-time purchase unlocks all current and future updates. With the subscription, all features are available for the duration of your subscription. Both the subscription and one-time purchase can be shared with your family. Paperparrot is licensed under the Apple standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Timesheet

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Timesheet is your all-in-one productivity companion, designed to help individuals and teams stay on top of work, time, and communication. Whether you're a freelancer, contractor, employee, or manager, Timesheet makes it easy to log hours, collaborate with team members, and manage tasks and projects – all in one place. Key Features: - Smart Time Tracking Effortlessly log your work hours with precision. Start, pause, and stop timers or manually add entries to keep track of every minute worked. - Project & Task Management Create and manage multiple projects and break them down into tasks. Set priorities, due dates, and track progress with ease. - Built-in Messaging Stay connected with your team through in-app messaging. Discuss tasks, share updates, and collaborate in real-time – no need for external chat apps. - Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Views Visualize your work with intuitive summaries. Monitor your productivity and stay aligned with deadlines. - Secure & Cloud Synced Your data is safely stored and always accessible across devices. No worries about losing your timesheet or project history. - Simple and Intuitive UI Clean design for a smooth experience. Spend less time figuring things out and more time getting work done. Whether you're working solo or as part of a team, Timesheet helps you stay organized, accountable, and efficient. Download Timesheet now and take control of your time and tasks!

Screenshots

Paperparrot4 screens
Timesheet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timesheet at none against Paperparrot's 6. Timesheet also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Paperparrot sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Timesheet asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paperparrot ships an update every 5 weeks, Timesheet every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Paperparrot versus Timesheet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaperparrotTimesheet
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeo WehrfritzVAP Technologies

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Paperparrot

Subscriptions1
  • Subscription (1 Year)1 Month trial$2.991 Year
One-time5
  • Generous Tip$0.99
  • Very Generous Tip$2.99
  • Subscription (1 Year)$2.99
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  • Unlock All Features$4.99
  • Super Generous Tip$9.99
None

Timesheet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Paperparrot free?
Paperparrot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Timesheet free?
Timesheet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Paperparrot or Timesheet have ads?
Neither Paperparrot nor Timesheet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paperparrot or Timesheet?
Paperparrot ships an update every 5 weeks, and Timesheet every 2 days. Most recently, Paperparrot was updated on October 27, 2026 and Timesheet on October 25, 2026.

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