Comparison

Time Clock Helper vs SimpleLists

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

Head to head
About

Time Clock Helper

Easily calculate daily work hours using a digital time card. Input times via a scroll wheel or manual keyboard entry. Supports multiple days, custom rounding, and optional date display.

Highlights
  • Digital time card entry
  • Scroll wheel or manual time input
  • Optional lunch punch exclusion
  • Record and view multiple days
  • Customizable rounding options
  • Decimal or hours/minutes display
  • Email recorded times
Features
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Use this app to quickly calculate how many hours you worked in a day using a standard time card. There are two ways to input values. The first view allows you to pick a time using a scroll wheel and then press the location you want that time to go into. If you swipe left or right you can change to a manual entry mode. In this mode, you simply press the number you want to change and then use the keyboard to enter a new time. You can press next to go to the next field, or done to finish. If you don't need certain punches, such as a lunch, use the checkboxes next to the times you don't want. It now allows you to record the total hours for more than one day. You can also view all the recorded days - up to 400 at the current time. Recording a time couldn't get easier. Simply press the add to total button and it's done. To view the days press on the label showing the current total hours and a new view will open. The add to total button will turn red whenever a change has been made to one of your punches. In the days box you can scroll up and down to view all the days recorded. You can also delete days by pressing on them and answering the prompt. If you want to clear them all press the clear all button on the bottom. If you would like to e-mail the times to someone press the e-mail button. Press done when you are finished to return to the entry screen. This app also allows the option to select different rounding options. Many work places round to the nearest 6 minutes, or 15 minute increment and this app now allows that in it's calculations. To change options, simply press the setting button and change the settings, or go into the device settings and change it for the app. You may also show the date the time was added to the total by going into setting and changing the show date option. You can also change it back to show just the day numbers. You can also show the total time recorded in a decimal format or in an hours and minutes format by going into setting and setting the show as decimal option. The app is pretty straight forward and simple. If you have any problems, or additions you would like to see send me an e-mail and I will attempt to fix them in the next version. Please take the time to review the app if you find it useful.

About

SimpleLists

Create and manage reusable checklists with an intuitive interface. This app offers cloud syncing for access across devices, helping you stay organized effortlessly for various personal and professional tasks.

Highlights
  • Reusable checklists
  • User-friendly interface
  • Cloud syncing
  • Customizable lists
  • Task management
Features
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Introducing Simple Lists, an app designed for creating reusable checklists that help you stay organized effortlessly. With its intuitive interface, Simple Lists transforms the way you manage checklists, making everyday planning a breeze. Key features include: - Reusable Checklists: Create, save, and edit lists that you can reuse for different tasks, allowing you to streamline your planning process. - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate through your checklists easily with a clean and minimalistic design that enhances your productivity. - Cloud Syncing: Access your lists from any device with real-time syncing, ensuring you have your tasks available whenever you need them. Simple Lists is perfect for anyone who loves to use checklists, whether you are a busy professional, a student juggling multiple responsibilities, or a parent managing family tasks. Our app caters to your organizational needs, providing the tools to help you stay on top of your priorities. The user interface of Simple Lists is designed with simplicity in mind. With just a few taps, you can create a checklist, add items, or mark them as done. The overall user experience is seamless, allowing you to focus on your tasks without distraction. Enjoy a smooth and engaging interaction that makes checklist management an enjoyable part of your routine. Download Simple Lists today and take the first step toward effortless organization! Embrace the power of checklists that work for you, not the other way around. Stay organized and simplify your life with Simple Lists—because your tasks deserve a smart solution! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Time Clock Helper4 screens
SimpleLists4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SimpleLists at 100% against Time Clock Helper's 54%. SimpleLists also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Time Clock Helper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence and device support 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

SimpleLists is free to download; Time Clock Helper costs $0.99 up front. SimpleLists sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Time Clock Helper asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SimpleLists holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Time Clock Helper has 234 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Time Clock Helper's written reviews are positive against 100% of SimpleLists's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Time Clock Helper ships an update every 3 months, SimpleLists every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Time Clock Helper versus SimpleLists: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTime Clock HelperSimpleLists
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (234 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings234 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDucky Planet LLCJoe Edwards

Customer experience

Time Clock Helper

All ratings232 ratings
Positive88.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive53.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.4%

SimpleLists

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Time Clock Helper

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App is garbage since the update
  • Will not calculate each day together
  • Does not calculate 24hr time
  • Gives negative numbers for time calculation

Requested features

3 requests
  • Update app for better usability
  • Improve 24-hour time calculation
  • Make app easier to manage

SimpleLists

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Time Clock Helper

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SimpleLists

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.001 Month
  • Yearly$14.001 Year

Questions

Is Time Clock Helper free?
Time Clock Helper costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimpleLists free?
SimpleLists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Time Clock Helper or SimpleLists?
SimpleLists is rated higher. Time Clock Helper averages 4.5 out of 5 from 234 ratings, while SimpleLists averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Time Clock Helper or SimpleLists have ads?
SimpleLists shows ads; Time Clock Helper does not.
Which is updated more often, Time Clock Helper or SimpleLists?
Time Clock Helper ships an update every 3 months, and SimpleLists every 6 weeks. Most recently, Time Clock Helper was updated on November 1, 2026 and SimpleLists on October 30, 2026.

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