Contraction Timer vs PulseSense
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Contraction Timer
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Meet Veya β Contraction Timer, your smart and intuitive companion for every stage of labor. Track your contractions accurately, analyze patterns, and keep your partner instantly in syncβso you can focus on what matters most. Track Contractions Effortlessly - Start and stop each contraction with a single tap. - View clear summaries of average duration, intervals, and labor patterns. - Receive real-time alerts when itβs time to head to the hospital. Partner Sync Mode - Instantly connect your phone with your partnerβs. - Your partner receives live updates and notifications. - Share helpful tips and checklists together in real time. Smart Labor Insights - Automatically estimates labor phases (Early, Active, Transition). - Provides detailed statistics for you and your healthcare provider. Hospital Bag Checklist - Includes a pre-loaded checklist for mom, baby, and partner. - Mark items as packed and sync your progress across devices. Export Reports - Generate PDF or text reports for your care team. - Keep a detailed record of your labor journey. Smart Reminders - Gentle notifications during active labor. - Optional partner alerts via push notifications. Designed for calm and clarity, Veya features a clean, soothing interface built for focusβeven during contractions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
PulseSense
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PulseSense helps you monitor your heart rate and organize your health records in one convenient place. Use your device camera to measure heart rate, save blood sugar records, and keep track of your health information over time. FEATURES β’ Heart Rate Measurement. Measure your heart rate using your device camera and review previous results. β’ Blood Sugar Tracking. Log blood sugar readings and maintain organized health records. β’ Health History. Access previous measurements and review your records whenever you need them. β’ Trends and Insights. View your health information in a clear and organized format. β’ Personal Health Log. Keep notes alongside your measurements for better record management. β’ Simple and Easy to Use. Quick access to heart rate tracking and health records. HOW IT WORKS Place your fingertip over the camera lens and follow the on-screen instructions. PulseSense analyzes subtle changes detected by the camera to estimate your heart rate. IMPORTANT NOTICE PulseSense is intended for fitness, wellness, and personal record-keeping purposes only. Blood sugar values are not measured by the app and should be entered manually. The app does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical decisions. User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ This app doesn't include any Siri Shortcuts features.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PulseSense at weekly against Contraction Timer's every 3 months. Contraction Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Contraction Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and PulseSense sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Contraction Timer ships an update every 3 months, PulseSense weekly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.
| Parameter | Contraction Timer | PulseSense |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Muhammad haris Shahbaz | GOLARIX LLC doo |
In-app purchases
Contraction Timer
- Veya Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Veya Pro Annually$24.991 Year
PulseSense
- premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- premium$69.993 Months









