# Takeoff vs Takeoff Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Takeoff Timer at free against Takeoff's free with in-app purchases. Takeoff Timer also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). Takeoff's advantage is chart position (#199 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Takeoff sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Takeoff Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Takeoff against 4.9 for Takeoff Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22 and 41 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Takeoff ships an update every 3 weeks, Takeoff Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Takeoff | Takeoff Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoff-trip-planner/id6756601057/reviews)** | [4.9 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoff-timer-tsa-wait-times/id6759998309/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#199** | — |
| Size | 72 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rally App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850618023) | [Takeoff Timer LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1882210519) |

## What reviewers say

### Takeoff

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoff-trip-planner/id6756601057)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

Create personalized day-by-day travel itineraries based on your interests and budget. Transform inspiration from travel videos into actionable plans, and collaborate with friends on trip details. Access your plans offline and sync them to your calendar.

**Highlights:** AI-generated itineraries, Plan from travel videos, Collaborative trip planning, Personalized picks library, Offline access, Map view, Calendar sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro | $49.99 | per year |


### Takeoff Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeoff-timer-tsa-wait-times/id6759998309)

This app calculates the optimal time to depart for your flight by analyzing 17 real-time factors. It provides a personalized timeline from leaving home to takeoff, ensuring you arrive at the airport with the right amount of time.

**Highlights:** Real-time factor analysis, Personalized departure timeline, Live traffic and TSA wait times, Smart departure notifications, Home screen countdown widget, Works with all flights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TakeoffTimer Pro (Weekly) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| TakeoffTimer Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Takeoff free?

Takeoff is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Takeoff Timer free?

Takeoff Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Takeoff or Takeoff Timer?

Takeoff is rated higher. Takeoff averages 5.0 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Takeoff Timer averages 4.9 from 41 ratings.

### Do Takeoff or Takeoff Timer have ads?

Neither Takeoff nor Takeoff Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Takeoff or Takeoff Timer?

Takeoff ships an update every 3 weeks, and Takeoff Timer every 6 days. Most recently, Takeoff was updated on October 25, 2026 and Takeoff Timer on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*