# Time Timer vs HumanUp

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HumanUp at 100% against Time Timer's 63%. HumanUp also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Time Timer's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 22) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Time Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.95 per year and HumanUp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HumanUp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Time Timer has 15K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Time Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of HumanUp's.

Time Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, HumanUp every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Time Timer | HumanUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-timer/id332520417/reviews) | **[5.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/humanup-parenting-experts/id6753352452/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | 62.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 174 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Time Timer LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/332520420) | [HumanUp Technologies, Inc. PBC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1799226823) |

## What reviewers say

### Time Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-timer/id332520417)

This app provides a visual representation of time passing, making it easier to manage tasks and routines. It's designed to be inclusive and flexible for various needs, from educational settings to personal productivity.

**Highlights:** Iconic visual timer with disappearing disk, Inclusive design for various needs, Flexible routine creation and sequencing, Multiple timers and preset options, Customizable sound, vibration, and color

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all Time Timer features | $9.95 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for ADHD and autism
- 🚀 Great visual timer
- 👍 Customizable timers
- 👍 Useful for presentations and meetings
- 👍 Indispensable for organization and time management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable sound/vibration alerts
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when phone is locked or app is minimized
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔋 Screen turns off during timer
- 👎 Subscription model for some features

**Reported bugs**

- No timers show up in app
- Timer stops working when phone is locked
- Inconsistent dark mode implementation
- Vibration doesn't work as expected

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Watch complication
- Allow rearranging of timers
- Ability to continue timer after time is up
- Option to change timer color and background
- Lock timer settings on Apple Watch


### HumanUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/humanup-parenting-experts/id6753352452)

Get expert parenting advice on behavior, sleep, school, and more. This app offers clear, actionable steps drawn from trusted experts, providing a private space for parents to navigate challenges. Communicate via voice or text and receive shareable action plans.

**Highlights:** Expert parenting guidance, Voice and text communication, Trending topics and solutions, Personalized context and progress tracking, Shareable action plans, Private and secure space

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HumanUp Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| HumanUp Annual | $149.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Time Timer free?

Time Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HumanUp free?

HumanUp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Time Timer or HumanUp?

HumanUp is rated higher. Time Timer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while HumanUp averages 5.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do Time Timer or HumanUp have ads?

Neither Time Timer nor HumanUp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Time Timer or HumanUp?

Time Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, and HumanUp every 10 days. Most recently, Time Timer was updated on October 17, 2026 and HumanUp on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*