Comparison

Contraction Tracker Timer! vs Cadence

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

Head to head
About

Contraction Tracker Timer!

Features
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Clarity in every contraction. Track your labor with confidence. Timing contractions shouldn’t add stress to your birth story. Contraction Timer β€’ is the minimalist, medical-grade utility designed to eliminate guesswork during the peripartum period. With a single tap, you can monitor labor progression, track Braxton Hicks, and know exactly when it’s time to head to the hospital. WHY MOMS & MIDWIVES CHOOSE THIS TIMER: In the heat of active labor, you need answers, not complex software. Our interface is designed for one-handed use in low light, allowing you to focus on your breathing while we handle the math. KEY FEATURES FOR A POSITIVE BIRTH: β€’ ONE-TAP LOGGING: Large, high-contrast buttons designed for physical distress. Start and stop timers without looking at the screen. β€’ 5-1-1 RULE ALERTS: Intelligent monitoring of the "5-1-1" pattern (contractions every 5 minutes, lasting 1 minute, for 1 hour) to notify you when active labor begins. β€’ INTENSITY TRACKING: Use our fluid slider to record the strength of each labor pain, helping you distinguish between Braxton Hicks and real labor. β€’ DOCTOR-READY REPORTS: Instantly generate and export PDF logs for your OB-GYN, midwife, or doula to confirm your dilation and effacement progress. β€’ VISUAL LABOR TRENDS: Clean charts and averages help your birth partner spot patterns in frequency and duration as baby’s arrival approaches. BUILT FOR iOS 26: β€’ LIVE ACTIVITIES: Monitor your current contraction and interval time directly from your Lock Screen. β€’ DYNAMIC ISLAND: See your timer progress at a glance while using other apps to play music or message your birth team. β€’ LIQUID GLASS DESIGN: A soothing, translucent interface that responds to your environment, reducing blue-light disruptions during nighttime labor. β€’ WIDGET SUPPORT: Start tracking instantly from your Home Screen with our "Quick Start" widget toolkit. PRIVACY & TRUST FIRST: We know your health data is sensitive. β€’ No account or sign-in required. β€’ All data stays encrypted on your device. β€’ No annoying ads or "bullish" hidden fees. β€’ HIPAA-ready architecture for your peace of mind. Whether you are preparing your hospital bag or already experiencing early labor signs, Contraction Timer β€’ is your reliable companion from the first cramp to the final push. Download today and bring clarity to your delivery room. Terms and Conditions: https://sites.google.com/view/contractiontimertnc/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/contraction-timer-pp/home

About

Cadence

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When a contraction starts, you need one clear button. Cadence is a simple contraction timer and tracker with a baby kick counter, readable history and a calm design for one-handed use. TIME CONTRACTIONS SIMPLY Tap to start, tap to stop. See each contraction's duration and the interval from the start of one contraction to the start of the next. Add an optional intensity rating from 1 to 10. Edit times, add a missed contraction and keep your sessions together in History. COUNT BABY MOVEMENTS Record each kick with a large button and see how much time has passed since the first movement. Review your previous kick-counting sessions whenever you need them. YOUR TIMING, AT A GLANCE Choose a 5-1-1, 4-1-1 or 3-1-1 timing pattern, customize it or turn it off. Cadence shows when your recorded timing matches your choice. It does not decide whether you are in labor. MADE FOR THE MOMENT β€’ Large controls, clear type and light and dark themes. β€’ Lock Screen Live Activity and Home Screen widgets. β€’ Offline timing and records saved on your iPhone. β€’ No account required. Contraction timing, kick counting and history are free. SHARE WITH CADENCE PRO Export your contraction sessions as PDF or CSV to share with your doctor or midwife. Pro is an optional one-time purchase, with no subscription. Family Sharing is supported. Files are shared only when you choose. You control usage and crash-data sharing in Settings. Cadence records the times you enter. It does not provide a diagnosis or medical advice. If you are concerned about contractions or baby movements, contact your care team.

Screenshots

Contraction Tracker Timer!4 screens
Cadence4 screens

Verdict

The call

Contraction Tracker Timer! and Cadence are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Contraction Tracker Timer! sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Cadence sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Contraction Tracker Timer! versus Cadence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction Tracker Timer!Cadence
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size83 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRafia Hossain AnikaMustafa Onur ILGAZ

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Contraction Tracker Timer!

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$5.99
1 purchases

Cadence

One-time1
  • Cadence Pro$7.99

Questions

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

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