Comparison

Contractions Tracker Timer 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

Contractions Tracker Timer

This app helps track labor contractions with a simple, one-tap interface. Designed with midwives, it provides accurate timing and alerts for when to contact your healthcare provider. It works offline and prioritizes user privacy with no ads or data selling.

Highlights
  • Midwife-informed design
  • Works offline
  • Private by design (no ads/data selling)
  • Big, one-tap buttons
  • Real-time average updates
  • Gentle 5-1-1 alert
Features
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A calm, accurate contraction timer—made for Australia and created with practising midwives. Time contractions with confidence, know when to call your hospital/birth team. Why American families choose it: 1. Midwife-informed design – Content and flows reviewed with American midwives.* 2. Made for American Health Standards 3. Works offline – Reliable in hospital basements and low-signal areas. 4. Private by design – No ads, no data selling. Your timing stays on your device unless you choose to share. 5. Big, one-tap buttons – Start/stop with either hand; built for shaky, in-the-moment use. How it works: Tap Start at the beginning of a contraction. Tap Stop when it eases. Watch averages update in real time—duration, interval, and pattern. Get a gentle alert when your timings meet 5-1-1 * “Midwife-informed/-recommended” reflects feedback from practising American midwives who reviewed the app’s content and usability. This app provides educational information and timing tools and does not replace advice from your healthcare provider.

About

Contraction Timer+

This app helps expectant parents track labor contractions with simple one-tap logging for duration, frequency, and intensity. It offers a personalized birth plan builder and digital doula coaching for calm support during labor.

Highlights
  • One-tap contraction timing
  • Automatic duration and interval tracking
  • Contraction intensity logging
  • Clear surge history and pattern overview
  • Personalized birth plan builder
  • Digital doula coaching tools
Features
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Contraction Timer+ A calm, supportive contraction timer designed to help you stay present, confident, and focused during labor. Contraction Timer+ is built to support you through one of the most important moments of your life. It helps you track contractions easily, recognize patterns without stress, and feel more grounded as your body does what it already knows how to do. Whether you are in early labor or actively timing contractions, this app gives you clarity without overwhelming you. How it works: • When a contraction begins, you tap once. • When it settles, you tap again. Contraction Timer+ automatically tracks how long each contraction lasts, how often they occur, and how patterns change over time. You can also record how strong each contraction feels with a simple tap. There is no math to do and no charts to interpret. Everything is presented clearly so you can focus on breathing and staying calm. Why Contraction Timer+ helps: • Reduces anxiety by removing guesswork • Helps you recognize contraction patterns over time • Makes it easier to decide when to contact your care provider • Keeps tracking simple and distraction free • Encourages calm breathing and presence during labor The app is designed to support you, not rush you. Key features: • Simple one tap contraction timing • Automatic tracking of duration and intervals • Easy intensity selection for each contraction • Clear surge history and pattern overview • Build My Birth Plan: Create a simple, personalized birth plan that helps you reflect on your preferences and communicate them clearly. • Digital Doula Coaching: Access supportive tools designed to help you stay calm and grounded during labor. Practice breathing techniques, release tension, manage fear, and use quick calming exercises when things feel intense. Designed with care. Contraction Timer+ is created to feel calm, intuitive, and supportive during labor. The interface is gentle and easy to use, even in challenging moments, so you can focus on yourself rather than the screen. Important medical disclaimer: Contraction Timer+ is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult your midwife, doctor, or other qualified healthcare professional regarding labor, contractions, or any medical concerns. Do not rely solely on this app to make medical decisions. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS Contraction Timer+ is free to download. Access to premium features, including unlimited contraction timings, Digital Doula Coaching tools, and additional guided support, requires a purchase. Premium access is available as a weekly subscription ($4.99), a yearly subscription ($39.99), or a one time purchase ($49.99), depending on the option you choose. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below. Privacy Policy: https://www.appstarfamily.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://www.appstarfamily.com/terms-of-use.html * Prices are equal to the value that "Apple's App Store Pricing Matrix" determines as the equivalent of the subscription price in $ USD

Screenshots

Contractions Tracker Timer4 screens
Contraction Timer+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Contractions Tracker Timer at none against Contraction Timer+'s 3. Contraction Timer+'s advantage is ratings volume (26 vs 3). On price, rating, 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 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Contractions Tracker Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Contractions Tracker Timer against 4.9 for Contraction Timer+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Contraction Timer+ has 26 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Contractions Tracker Timer versus Contraction Timer+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContractions Tracker TimerContraction Timer+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.9 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings326 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB40 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMmumApp Star Family

Customer experience

Contractions Tracker Timer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Contraction Timer+

All ratings26 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Contractions Tracker Timer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Contraction Timer+

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Version3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Version$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is Contractions Tracker Timer free?
Contractions Tracker Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Contraction Timer+ free?
Contraction Timer+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Contractions Tracker Timer or Contraction Timer+?
Contractions Tracker Timer is rated higher. Contractions Tracker Timer averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Contraction Timer+ averages 4.9 from 26 ratings.
Do Contractions Tracker Timer or Contraction Timer+ have ads?
Neither Contractions Tracker Timer nor Contraction Timer+ shows ads.

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