Comparison

Contraction Timer vs Contractions Timer

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

Head to head
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.

About

Contractions Timer

Features
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A calmer way to track contractions during labour. Surges makes it simple to time each contraction, see the pattern forming, and stay focused on what matters. Start and stop with one tap, then view a clear timeline of your recent surges, including their length and the time between them. Built for labour, not admin. There are no accounts, complicated charts, or distracting extras—just the information you and your birth partner may need in the moment. Track each surge simply Tap once when a contraction begins, then again when it ends. Surges records the duration and interval automatically. See the pattern clearly Your recent contractions are shown in a calm, easy-to-read timeline, helping you understand whether they are becoming longer, stronger, or closer together. Keep your birth history Review previous contractions whenever you need to, without losing the context of your labour. Made for you and your birth partner Whether you are timing contractions yourself or supporting someone through labour, Surges keeps the process clear and low-pressure. Surges is not medical advice. Always contact your midwife, maternity unit, or healthcare provider if you have concerns or need guidance during pregnancy or labour.

Screenshots

Contraction Timer4 screens
Contractions Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Contraction Timer at 3 against Contractions Timer's 1. Contraction Timer also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Contractions Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Contraction Timer versus Contractions Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction TimerContractions Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (85 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings85 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPanittha SuwannajangScruffy Hipster Ltd

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Contraction Timer

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

Contractions Timer

One-time1
  • Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is Contraction Timer free?
Contraction Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Contractions Timer free?
Contractions Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Contraction Timer or Contractions Timer have ads?
Neither Contraction Timer nor Contractions Timer shows ads.

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