Comparison

Hourish vs VariAlarm

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

VariAlarm

Automate your wake-up routine with customizable alarm templates. Sync alarms to your calendar events and easily manage recurring schedules. Fine-tune volumes, sounds, and skip individual alarms without disrupting your overall plan.

Highlights
  • Reusable alarm templates
  • Calendar event automation
  • Customizable alarm sequences
  • Skip individual alarms
  • Lock Screen and Homescreen widgets
  • Custom volumes and sounds
Features
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Your life doesn’t repeat neatly. Your alarms shouldn’t have to. VariAlarm is a flexible alarm, timer, and schedule planner designed for changing routines. Set a one-time alarm for a future date, build flexible repeats, or adjust one occurrence without disrupting the rest. PLAN BEYOND TOMORROW • Schedule alarms on specific dates • Repeat every 2–12 weeks and choose an end date • Skip, move, or edit a single occurrence • Pause alarms until tomorrow, the end of the week, or a date you choose BUILD ONCE, REUSE ANYTIME • Alarm Routines keep a sequence of alarms spaced from one flexible start time • Alarm Templates save fixed-time schedules for selected days • Timer Sets run multiple countdown stages in sequence LET YOUR CALENDAR HELP See events beside your alarms, create alarms manually or with automation rules, and use Get Ready to calculate when preparation should begin based on the event time, destination, and expected weather. SMARTER WAYS TO PLAN Turn a photo or screenshot of a schedule into reviewable events. Use Voice to create alarms, routines, and templates. Smart Prep can review tomorrow’s plans, while Weather-Aware Wake can suggest an earlier alarm when conditions may slow you down. You stay in control: review suggestions before anything is created or changed. MADE FOR THE APPLE ECOSYSTEM Use Siri actions, Apple Watch support, widgets, Live Activities, Shortcuts, and optional iCloud alarm sync across your devices. Wind down with sleep sounds, wake gently with Crescendo, or use Challenge Wake to help you stay up. Feature availability depends on your VariAlarm plan, iOS version, supported device, region, and permissions. Apple Intelligence features require a compatible device. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Hourish4 screens
VariAlarm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hourish at none against VariAlarm's 4. VariAlarm's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. VariAlarm sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Hourish asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hourish ships an update every 5 days, VariAlarm daily. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hourish versus VariAlarm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHourishVariAlarm
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—92.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—24 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShuvam ShresthaNhat Le

In-app purchases

None

Hourish

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

VariAlarm

Subscriptions2
  • VariAlarm Pro Monthly3 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • VariAlarm Pro Annual$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Buy me a coffee$1.99
  • VariAlarm Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Hourish free?
Hourish is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VariAlarm free?
VariAlarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hourish or VariAlarm have ads?
Neither Hourish nor VariAlarm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hourish or VariAlarm?
Hourish ships an update every 5 days, and VariAlarm daily. Most recently, Hourish was updated on October 6, 2026 and VariAlarm on October 22, 2026.

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