Comparison

iTimekeep vs HoursKeeper

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

Head to head
About

iTimekeep

This app offers attorneys a convenient way to record billable hours on the go, integrating directly with billing systems. It aims to prevent time leakage by allowing users to log time as it happens from their Apple devices, including the Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Direct billing system integration
  • Record time as it happens
  • Mobile time entry
  • Apple Watch compatibility
  • Secure and simple usability
Features
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Welcome to iTimekeep, the time entry App that attorneys love to use. iTimekeep integrates directly with your Billing System and brings the same convenience that you have when you are in the office using your desktop. Stop time leakage and record your time as it happens from wherever you are. With iTimekeep you can enter time from your iPhone, iPad, and on the Apple Watch! Don’t settle for cumbersome alternatives such as Citrix, or GoToMyPC. iTimekeep sets the gold standard for the industry in security, usability and simplicity, and it has recently been ranked as the #1 Mobile Time Entry Solution for attorneys for a third year in a row. You can try it out today by simply downloading iTimekeep and choosing "Login as Guest" to access our sample time and billing database. Questions? Contact us at info@aderant.com.

About

HoursKeeper

Features
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Perfect for Freelancers, Small Businesses, and Remote Workers! Hourskeeper is your ultimate time-tracking and invoicing solution, designed to simplify your workflow and maximize productivity. No Subscription: One time purchase for view across multiple devices. Seamless Time Tracking: Log hours and breaks effortlessly with just a few clicks. Accurate Time Management: Stay on top of your work hours and ensure nothing gets overlooked. Customizable and Flexible: Adapt the tracker to fit your unique schedule and preferences. On-the-Go Access: Manage your time from any device, wherever work takes you. Professional Invoicing Made Easy: Generate, save, and print invoices for fast, hassle-free billing. Unlimited Jobs and Hours: Perfect for managing multiple projects or clients without limits. Whether you're freelancing, running a small business, or working remotely, Hourskeeper streamlines your day so you can focus on what really matters – getting the job done.

Screenshots

iTimekeep4 screens
HoursKeeper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iTimekeep at Free against HoursKeeper's $4.99. iTimekeep also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and device support (4 vs 1). HoursKeeper's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases 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

iTimekeep is free to download; HoursKeeper costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTimekeep ships an update every 3 weeks, HoursKeeper every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and May 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iTimekeep versus HoursKeeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTimekeepHoursKeeper
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating3.2 (157 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings157 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAderant Holdings Inc.Danielle Mutovic

In-app purchases

None

iTimekeep

No in-app purchases

None

HoursKeeper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iTimekeep free?
iTimekeep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HoursKeeper free?
HoursKeeper costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do iTimekeep or HoursKeeper have ads?
iTimekeep shows ads; HoursKeeper does not.
Which is updated more often, iTimekeep or HoursKeeper?
iTimekeep ships an update every 3 weeks, and HoursKeeper every 4 months. Most recently, iTimekeep was updated on September 15, 2026 and HoursKeeper on May 19, 2026.

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