# FirstWork vs Theo's Timer

The clearest difference is price: FirstWork at Free against Theo's Timer's $2.99. FirstWork also leads on ratings volume (14 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Theo's Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

FirstWork is free to download; Theo's Timer costs $2.99 up front. FirstWork sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per month. Theo's Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Theo's Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FirstWork has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | FirstWork | Theo's Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstwork/id6468642504/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theos-timer/id6758415177/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 63 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FirstWork LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1705661852) | [Isaac Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832639715) |

## What reviewers say

### FirstWork

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstwork/id6468642504)

This platform offers digital Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI/DTT) with thousands of ABA and SPED learning goals. It provides innovative rewards and deep customization for personalized learning programs, trusted by professionals.

**Highlights:** Thousands of ABA and SPED learning goals, Matching, Receptive Identification, FFC, Expressive Language and Phonics activities, Customizable spelling and counting exercises, Progress monitoring and export features, Focus Mode to limit distractions, Digital reward system with app access

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Base | $12.99 | per month |


### Theo's Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theos-timer/id6758415177)

This app offers a visual roadmap to help children learn patience, manage transitions, and develop time management skills. It's ideal for parents and therapists supporting children with autism, ADHD, or those needing extra visual aids.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer display, Add custom images, Adjustable time and display, Additional cues and feedback, Data collection, Record notes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FirstWork free?

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

### Is Theo's Timer free?

Theo's Timer costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FirstWork or Theo's Timer?

Theo's Timer is rated higher. FirstWork averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Theo's Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do FirstWork or Theo's Timer have ads?

Neither FirstWork nor Theo's Timer shows ads.

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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.*