Comparison

Toothbrush Timer vs Carbora

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

Head to head
About

Toothbrush Timer

This app guides you through a thorough, timed brushing routine, breaking your mouth into six zones. It offers personalized brushing schedules, audio cues, and detailed analytics to track your progress and improve oral hygiene habits. Data is stored locally for privacy.

Highlights
  • 6-Zone brushing breakdown
  • Customizable brushing routes
  • Audio guidance for zone changes
  • Advanced brushing analytics
  • Home screen widgets for progress
  • Gentle brushing reminders
Features
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ToothStep: Smart Brushing Habit "Wait, was I even brushing properly just now?" In the rush of the morning or the haze before bed, we all brush our teeth every day. But how many of those times can you truly say with confidence: "Every single tooth is perfectly clean"? Brushing while watching TV or checking your phone—"distracted brushing"—is the leading cause of missing spots and neglecting difficult areas. ToothStep is a habit-building tool designed to transform your "mindless" brushing into "perfect care" simply by opening the app. 【Does this sound like you?】 You lose track of where you've brushed because you're daydreaming. You realize you always start and end in the same exact spots. You're tired from work or chores and feel like brushing is a hassle. You want to keep as many of your natural teeth as possible for the future. If you checked even one of these, ToothStep will dramatically change your daily routine. 【4 Revolutionary Features】 1. The "6-Zone Breakdown": Zero Missed Spots We divide your mouth into 6 blocks: Upper (Right, Center, Left) and Lower (Right, Center, Left). By simply following the on-screen guide, you can brush every area evenly and thoroughly. With clear "Next Area" instructions, you’ll never be lost again. Say goodbye to unconscious brushing gaps starting today. 2. Your Personalized "Golden Route" Everyone has different preferences and problem areas. "I want to start from the front teeth where plaque builds up easily." To meet your needs, you can customize the order of areas and set timers in 30-second increments. Create your own "Perfect Brushing Schedule"—the only one of its kind in the world. 3. Audio Guidance: Perfection Without Staring at the Screen Don't want to stare at your phone while brushing? No problem. ToothStep features audio notifications that signal when it's time to switch sections. 4. Advanced Analytics: Your Effort, Visualized Every time you brush, it’s automatically saved as a log. Your progress is instantly visible through graphs—see yourself hitting that 3-minute average or turning your nightly brush into a streak. Furthermore, the analytics help identify habits like, "I'm spending less time on my back-right molars." This data provides the feedback you need for a healthier mouth. 【Built to Keep You Motivated】 Home Screen Widgets By placing a widget on your iPhone home screen, your daily progress and current streak are visible at a glance without even opening the app. Watching those records pile up builds real confidence. Gentle, Reliable Reminders "Simply forgetting" is the biggest enemy of habit-making. ToothStep's notification feature gently reminds you at your preferred time, elevating brushing from a "chore" to a "soothing routine." 【Data Privacy & Security】 ToothStep uses the latest technology (SwiftData) to keep all your brushing logs stored locally on your device. Privacy First: Your data is never uploaded to external servers. Your personal records stay under your control. Important Note: Since data is stored only on your device, deleting the app will also permanently delete your history. 【The Future with ToothStep】 Imagine your next dental check-up a few months from now. Your dentist looks surprised and says, "Wow, no plaque left behind this time. Perfect job!" Using ToothStep is an investment in avoiding future dental costs. By opening the app for just a few minutes a day, you are securing a future where you can enjoy delicious meals with your own teeth, even at age 80. 【Conclusion: Your New Step Starts Today】 Brushing is a lifelong habit. That’s why improving its quality—even just a little—changes your overall health for a lifetime. Why not end "mindless brushing" today? Start a lifetime of "Correct Care" with ToothStep. PrivacyPolicy: https://sly-pudding-816.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-2d7d3730639f8073adbceb5e8b8f05bc Term Of Use: https://sly-pudding-816.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-2d7d3730639f806ab1c1c8458461ebee

About

Carbora

Features
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Counting carbs three times a day is exhausting. Carbora makes it one photo. SNAP YOUR PLATE Take a photo of your meal. Carbora's AI identifies each food and estimates carbs, protein, fat, and calories — in seconds. Adjust portions if something looks off. You stay in control. FIX WHAT THE AI MISSED Type the correct food name, adjust the portion by hand, or add something the photo didn't catch — write it, or dictate it with your keyboard's microphone. REAL FOOD, INCLUDING YOURS Carbora knows the difference between a corn and a flour tortilla. Tamales, arepas, pupusas, plantains, rice and beans — food most apps get wrong, Carbora gets right. CONNECT MEALS TO GLUCOSE Log your glucose before and after meals and see how each plate affects you. Your history shows carbs per day, week, and month — patterns you can actually act on. TAKE YOUR DATA TO YOUR APPOINTMENT Create a PDF with your meals and your glucose readings from the last 7, 30, or 90 days, organized so your doctor can read it at a glance. Share it by email or message, straight from the app. NOT LIVING WITH DIABETES? Carbora adapts. Choose "I watch what I eat" and the app hides glucose, puts your calories and protein up front, and gives you a report your nutritionist can actually use. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your meal photos are analyzed and immediately discarded — never stored. Your health data is never sold, shared, or used for ads. Delete your account and all data anytime, right from the app. SIMPLE ON PURPOSE Big type, clean design, no clutter. Made for everyone — including eyes over 50. FREE TO TRY Your first photo analyses are free. Then Carbora Pro: $9.99/month or $59.99/year, with a 14-day free trial. Your meal history and glucose log stay free forever. Carbora provides approximate estimates and is not medical advice. Always confirm with your care team before making treatment decisions. Carbora Pro is an auto-renewable subscription ($9.99/month or $59.99/year). Payment is charged to your Apple ID; it renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your device Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://carbora.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://carbora.app/privacy.html

Screenshots

Toothbrush Timer4 screens
Carbora4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Toothbrush Timer at every 6 days against Carbora's fortnightly. Carbora's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). 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

Both are free to download. Toothbrush Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Carbora sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Toothbrush Timer ships an update every 6 days, Carbora fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Toothbrush Timer versus Carbora: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterToothbrush TimerCarbora
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB42 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTakatoshi IchigeGUILLERMO LOPEZ LOZANO

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Toothbrush Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Advanced Analytics Master Your Care$1.991 Month
  • Premium: The Ultimate Care$3.991 Month
  • Advanced Analytics Master Your Care$12.991 Year
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  • Premium: Ultimate Care$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime Access$44.99
2 purchases

Carbora

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Toothbrush Timer free?
Toothbrush Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Carbora free?
Carbora is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Toothbrush Timer or Carbora have ads?
Neither Toothbrush Timer nor Carbora shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Toothbrush Timer or Carbora?
Toothbrush Timer ships an update every 6 days, and Carbora fortnightly. Most recently, Toothbrush Timer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Carbora on October 21, 2026.

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