Comparison

ThermoTimer vs Pillgrid

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

Head to head
About

ThermoTimer

Features
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Take Control of Your Hot & Cold Therapy ThermoTimer is the ultimate timing companion for sauna lovers, cold-plunge enthusiasts, and anyone practicing contrast therapy. Whether you’re just getting started or following advanced protocols like the Wim Hof method, ThermoTimer keeps every session precise, safe, and effortless. 6 Guided Therapy Protocols Choose from expertly designed routines—perfect for recovery, wellness, stress reduction, and building resilience: Beginner – A gentle intro to heat & cold therapy Wim Hof Method – Short cold cycles with extended heat recovery Finnish Sauna – Classic Nordic-style timing Contrast Therapy – Switch smoothly between hot and cold Quick Recovery – A fast routine for busy days Cold Focused – Ideal for ice bath and cold plunge training Each protocol includes clear phase transitions, visual cues, and optional audio alerts. Built for Real Sauna Conditions ThermoTimer is designed to perform flawlessly in hot, humid, or low-light environments: Large, high-contrast timer visible through steam Dim mode to keep screens discreet in dark saunas Tap-friendly controls — no tiny buttons Live Activities keeps your timer on the Lock Screen Works 100% offline for remote cabins or spa settings Apple Watch Integration Leave your phone outside the heat. Start, pause, skip phases, and view progress directly from your wrist. Perfect for saunas, cold tubs, and recovery sessions. Track Your Progress Stay consistent and see your improvement over time: Full session history Time spent in hot & cold phases Streak tracking Session export for coaches or wellness logs Three Beautiful Themes Match your environment and personal style: Sauna Glow – Warm amber hues Dark Minimal – Clean, OLED-friendly black Light Clean – High contrast for outdoor cold plunging Clear Audio & Haptic Alerts Never miss a phase transition again. Choose from subtle countdown beeps, phase-complete sounds, or gentle haptics. No Account. No Ads. No Subscriptions. Just a powerful, beautifully designed thermal therapy timer—always ready when you are. Perfect For Sauna users & cold plunge fans Contrast therapy routines Recovery athletes Breathwork & resilience training Wellness spas & at-home sauna setups Wim Hof method practitioners Transform your heat & cold routine with precision.

About

Pillgrid

Features
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Compare a finalized handoff’s frozen routine snapshots with today’s records, field by field. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open Handoff and select a finalized packet. 2. Tap Changes since this packet to inspect before-and-current fields. 3. Share a change report or prepare a new packet when revised information needs to be handed over. The household routine board, physical stock ledger, immutable handoff records and archive remain available. WHAT TO KNOW Read-only comparison covers routines included in the original packet. It does not alter that packet or its acknowledgment and does not confirm use, instructions followed or a health outcome. Missing or archived routines are identified explicitly. iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

ThermoTimer4 screens
Pillgrid3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pillgrid at none against ThermoTimer's 1. Pillgrid also leads on price ($0.99 vs $4.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

ThermoTimer costs $4.99 and Pillgrid $0.99 up front. ThermoTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pillgrid asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ThermoTimer ships an update every 5 weeks, Pillgrid fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
ThermoTimer versus Pillgrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThermoTimerPillgrid
Price$4.99$0.99 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB1 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAndy ArevaloRobert Corbin

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ThermoTimer

One-time1
  • ThermoTimer Pro$4.99
None

Pillgrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ThermoTimer free?
ThermoTimer costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Pillgrid free?
Pillgrid costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ThermoTimer or Pillgrid have ads?
Neither ThermoTimer nor Pillgrid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ThermoTimer or Pillgrid?
ThermoTimer ships an update every 5 weeks, and Pillgrid fortnightly. Most recently, ThermoTimer was updated on September 22, 2026 and Pillgrid on September 21, 2026.

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