Comparison

IEW Writing Toolbox vs TimeToSpeak

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

Head to head
About

IEW Writing Toolbox

Enhance writing with structural models and stylistic techniques. Features a focused thesaurus to find descriptive words and improve compositions. Offers a convenient, all-in-one resource for students and teachers.

Highlights
  • IEW structural models
  • Stylistic techniques explained
  • Focused thesaurus
  • Search for adverbs, verbs, adjectives
  • Enhance composition
Features
Currently charting
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IEW Writing Toolbox app is the perfect tool for IEW students and teachers! It includes the IEW structural models and stylistic techniques, clearly explained and easy to apply. The search for a word features a focused thesaurus, helping you find -ly adverbs, strong verbs, and quality adjectives to enhance any composition. This toolbox contains everything writers need to write with structure and style—all in one convenient app.

About

TimeToSpeak

Features
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TimeToSpeak is a powerful remote-control presentation timer designed specifically for the classroom. Control a large, easy-to-read display from your iPhone or iPad while students focus on a clean, distraction-free timer. Display the timer on another iPad, an external screen (AirPlay or HDMI), or even a web browser—giving you complete flexibility in any classroom setup. Move freely around the room and manage time discreetly without interrupting speeches, debates, readings, or performances. Flexible Display Options Show the timer wherever your students need it: • Another iPad • External display (AirPlay or HDMI) • Web browser (via local network) No internet required. TimeToSpeak works on your local network or with Personal Hotspot for direct device connections. Simple, Discreet Control Stay in control without being distracting: • Start, stop, and reset from your device • Monitor time privately while students present • Keep your classroom flowing smoothly Three Essential Timing Modes Adapt to any classroom activity: • Stopwatch – count up • Countdown Timer – count down to zero • Time-of-Day Countdown – track time remaining until class ends Clear Visual Cues Help students manage pacing at a glance: • Large, highly readable display • Color-coded timing stages • Clean, distraction-free design Built by an experienced educator, TimeToSpeak is designed for real classroom use—prioritizing clarity, reliability, and ease of use when it matters most. Keep presentations on time while maintaining a calm, focused learning environment.

Screenshots

IEW Writing Toolbox4 screens
TimeToSpeak3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: IEW Writing Toolbox at #159 against TimeToSpeak's unranked. IEW Writing Toolbox also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). TimeToSpeak's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

IEW Writing Toolbox costs $1.99 and TimeToSpeak $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IEW Writing Toolbox ships an update every 5 weeks, TimeToSpeak every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
IEW Writing Toolbox versus TimeToSpeak: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIEW Writing ToolboxTimeToSpeak
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#159 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInstitute for Excellence in WritingBryan Fry

In-app purchases

None

IEW Writing Toolbox

No in-app purchases

None

TimeToSpeak

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IEW Writing Toolbox free?
IEW Writing Toolbox costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TimeToSpeak free?
TimeToSpeak costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do IEW Writing Toolbox or TimeToSpeak have ads?
Neither IEW Writing Toolbox nor TimeToSpeak shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IEW Writing Toolbox or TimeToSpeak?
IEW Writing Toolbox ships an update every 5 weeks, and TimeToSpeak every 2 weeks. Most recently, IEW Writing Toolbox was updated on October 30, 2026 and TimeToSpeak on October 31, 2026.

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