Comparison

Hourish vs ThoughtsLeft

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

Head to head
About

Hourish

Features
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STRUCTURE YOUR DAY, TASK BY TASK Hourish is the sequential timer that helps you execute any routine perfectly - from gym workouts to morning rituals, meal prep to study sessions. Stop losing track of time and start flowing through your day with confidence. SEQUENTIAL TIMING THAT WORKS Unlike traditional timers, Hourish guides you through tasks one by one. Set up your plan once, hit start, and let the app keep you on pace. Perfect for: - Gym Workouts - Never lose count of sets or rest periods again - Morning Routines - Flow through your morning without rushing - Cooking & Meal Prep - Time every step of complex recipes - Study Sessions - Structure focus time with proper breaks - Meditation & Yoga - Follow sequences with precision - Cleaning Routines - Make chores efficient and trackable - Presentations - Stay on time for every section POWERFUL FEATURES Sequential Countdown Timers Move automatically from task to task with visual and haptic feedback. Lock Critical Tasks Prevent accidental changes to time-sensitive tasks during sessions. Real-Time Progress Tracking See if you're ahead, behind, or on schedule throughout your session. Flexible Adjustments Add delay time or complete tasks early - Hourish adapts with you. AI-Powered Plan Generation Use AI assistants to generate custom plans, then import via CSV instantly. Import & Export Share plans with friends or backup your routines as CSV files. Silent Mode Get haptic feedback without sound during quiet environments. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a Plan - Name it and add sequential tasks with durations 2. Build Your Tasks - Set the time for each step in your routine 3. Start Your Session - Hit play and follow along task by task 4. Stay on Track - Get notifications as each task completes 5. Review Progress - See your total time and stay accountable PERFECT FOR ANYONE WHO: - Wants structured gym workouts without guesswork - Struggles to stick to morning or evening routines - Needs to time presentations or meetings accurately - Follows recipes with multiple timed steps - Uses time-blocking for productivity - Practices timed meditation or yoga flows - Wants accountability for daily habits MORE THAN JUST A TIMER Hourish isn't just counting down - it's your personal routine coach. Track your pace, adjust on the fly, and build consistency in everything you do. Whether you're crushing a push day at the gym, perfecting your morning routine, or timing a complex recipe, Hourish keeps you flowing smoothly from start to finish. PRIVACY FIRST Your plans stay on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no data collection. Your routines are yours alone. Download Hourish today and transform how you structure your time. Questions? Feedback? Contact us at hourish@outlook.com

About

ThoughtsLeft

Capture your fleeting thoughts, ideas, and worries quickly through typing or voice. Organize them into tasks or notes, or simply let them go. Gain insights into your thinking patterns and maintain mental clarity.

Highlights
  • Instant thought capture (type or voice)
  • Organize thoughts with swipe gestures
  • Spoken Thought for hands-free capture
  • Time-based task manager
  • Notes repository
  • Activity insights
  • Optional Pro upgrade for advanced features
Features
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ThoughtsLeft is a brain dump app for people who think too much: late-night spirals, half-finished ideas, worries you can't shake, things you're scared to forget. Get them all out fast, before the mental clutter takes over. Capture however it comes to you. Type it, or speak it out loud as a Spoken Thought. No structure required, no "right way" to do it. Just thought capture, fast. Then decide on your own time. Organize thoughts into a task, note or simply let them go completely with one swipe, because not every worry needs to become something. KEY FEATURES: • Instant thought capture for ideas, worries, and reminders • Capture from anywhere with the Action Button, Siri, or a Home Screen long-press • Swipe gestures to organize thoughts into tasks or notes • Spoken Thought for hands-free, voice-based capture • Batch processing sessions for inbox zero • Time-based task manager (Today, Tomorrow, This Week, Someday) • Notes repository for everything you want to keep • Activity insights into your thinking patterns • App lock with Face ID, or Touch ID • Dark and light themes • 100% private by default, all thoughts stay on your device (optional iCloud sync available) • Export all your thoughts or delete them anytime OPTIONAL PRO UPGRADE
 ThoughtsLeft works fully without upgrading. For deeper reflection, focus, and mental clarity, an optional PRO upgrade is available. Thought Timeline & History • View your complete thought history • See how thoughts become tasks, notes, or released items • Reflect on your thinking patterns over time Pattern Insights • Discover when your mind is loudest • Understand your overthinking habits Custom Scheduling • Set exact dates and times for tasks and get notified • Plan with more clarity and precision iCloud Sync • Keep your thoughts backed up and synced with iCloud • Your thoughts stay private, sync is always optional Apple Calendar Sync • Automatically sync your Thoughts Left tasks to your Apple Calendar • View your to-dos right alongside your daily events Premium Themes • Unlock 5 calming, nature-inspired themes • Personalise your space for reflection and focus Available as a one-time purchase or an annual subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Hourish4 screens
ThoughtsLeft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hourish at none against ThoughtsLeft's 2. Hourish also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 11 days). ThoughtsLeft's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 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. ThoughtsLeft sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Hourish asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hourish ships an update every 5 days, ThoughtsLeft every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on February 28, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Hourish versus ThoughtsLeft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHourishThoughtsLeft
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShuvam ShresthaJayasrinivasan Varadharajan

In-app purchases

None

Hourish

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ThoughtsLeft

Subscriptions1
  • Thoughts Left PRO7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Thoughts Left Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Hourish free?
Hourish is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThoughtsLeft free?
ThoughtsLeft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hourish or ThoughtsLeft have ads?
Neither Hourish nor ThoughtsLeft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hourish or ThoughtsLeft?
Hourish ships an update every 5 days, and ThoughtsLeft every 11 days. Most recently, Hourish was updated on February 28, 2026 and ThoughtsLeft on September 12, 2026.

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