Comparison

PDPA Conference vs Contraction Timer

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

Head to head
About

PDPA Conference

Features
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Join us in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the fourth annual Keystone Dermatology CME Conference at the Westin Philadelphia. PDPA is proud to host the largest regional conference in the mid-Atlantic for Dermatology PAs. PDPA expects 125 Dermatology PAs from Pennsylvania and the surrounding area.

About

Contraction Timer

Effortlessly time labor contractions with a single tap from your Lock Screen, Apple Watch, or hands-free via Siri. This free app helps you track duration, intervals, and frequency to identify patterns and know when to seek medical help.

Highlights
  • One-tap contraction tracking
  • Apple Watch app
  • Lock Screen & Home Screen widgets
  • Siri hands-free timing
  • Clear timeline view
  • Smart regularity notifications
  • Private and secure
Features
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Completely FREE to use — no ads, no paywalls Take the stress out of timing contractions. With Labora Contraction Timer, you can track every contraction with just one tap — right from your Lock Screen, Apple Watch, or even hands-free with Siri.  No fumbling when the moment hits. From the first gentle tightenings to active labor, Labora keeps you calm, confident, and in control.  Track how long contractions last, how far apart they are, and how often they come — so you can see patterns and know when it’s time to call your midwife or head to the hospital. Why parents choose Labora: - One-tap tracking — start & stop instantly - Apple Watch app for quick timing on your wrist - Lock Screen & Home Screen widgets for fast access - Siri support for hands-free timing - Clear timeline showing duration & intervals - Smart notifications when contractions are regular - Private & secure — no account, no data uploads Created by a mom, for moms.

Screenshots

PDPA Conference3 screens
Contraction Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDPA Conference at none against Contraction Timer's 3. PDPA Conference also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. Contraction Timer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. PDPA Conference asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDPA Conference ships an update every 4 days, Contraction Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PDPA Conference versus Contraction Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDPA ConferenceContraction Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (101 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—101 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTHANIGAIVELAN MUTHUPanittha Suwannajang

In-app purchases

None

PDPA Conference

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Contraction Timer

One-time3
  • Optional Support - Small$3.49
  • Optional Support - Medium$13.00
  • Optional Support - Large$35.00

Questions

Is PDPA Conference free?
PDPA Conference is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Contraction Timer free?
Contraction Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PDPA Conference or Contraction Timer have ads?
Neither PDPA Conference nor Contraction Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PDPA Conference or Contraction Timer?
PDPA Conference ships an update every 4 days, and Contraction Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, PDPA Conference was updated on October 19, 2026 and Contraction Timer on October 24, 2026.

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