Comparison

Contraction Timer vs Maay

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

Head to head
About

Contraction Timer

Features
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Track contractions with confidence during labor. Contraction Timer helps expectant mothers time contractions, monitor baby kicks, and stay calm with guided breathing exercises. One tap to start, one tap to stop — the app handles the rest. SIMPLE CONTRACTION TIMING Tap once when a contraction begins, tap again when it ends. The app automatically tracks: Duration of each contraction Interval between contractions Average patterns over time Labor stage estimation (early, active, transition) SMART HOSPITAL ALERTS Set your own contraction pattern thresholds. When contractions match your healthcare provider's guidance (like the 5-1-1 pattern), receive a gentle notification to consider calling your birth team. ​ BABY KICK COUNTER Monitor your baby's movement with the built-in kick counter. Set a target (5, 10, 15, or 20 kicks), tap to log each movement, and track how long it takes to reach your goal. Share kick reports with your doctor during prenatal visits. CALMING BREATHING EXERCISES Three guided breathing patterns help you stay relaxed during contractions: Relaxing (4-4 pattern) Calming (4-7 pattern) Deep breathing (5-5 pattern) Visual guidance and haptic feedback keep you centered when you need it most. SHAREABLE REPORTS Export your contraction history as a PDF or text summary. Share directly with your partner, midwife, or healthcare provider to keep everyone informed. ​ DESIGNED FOR LABOR Large, easy-to-tap buttons Clean, soothing interface Dark-mode friendly Works offline No account required IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER This app is for informational purposes only and is not a medical device. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical decisions about labor and delivery. Privacy Policy :https://contraction-timer-privacy-terms-production.up.railway.app/privacy

About

Maay

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A minimalist, empathetic tracker for labor and your baby's first year. Maay helps you time contractions, guide your breathing, and track feeding, nap, and diaper patterns without the clutter. CONTRACTION TIMER • Tap anywhere to start, tap again to stop—nothing to fumble with during a wave • Duration, intervals, and frequency calculated automatically • View your full contraction history at a glance • Mark when your water breaks BREATHING COMPANION • Flowing visual rings guide you through calming breaths between contractions • Pace adapts as labor progresses—slower and deeper when you need it most • Gentle haptic feedback matches your breathing rhythm, even with eyes closed LABOR INTELLIGENCE • Monitors your pattern and notifies you when entering active labor • Alerts when contractions match hospital-contact guidelines (5-1-1 pattern) • Adjusts automatically if contractions slow down—no false alarms FEEDING TRACKER • After birth, track feedings with a single tap • Left, Right, or Bottle—one tap to switch • Time since last feed and today's count always visible • Full feeding history with durations and intervals NAP TRACKER • Track your baby's sleep with a calming animated screen • Built-in sleep sounds—pink, brown, or white noise, or a gentle lullaby • Remembers your preferred sound for next time • See how long baby has been awake since the last nap • Gentle nudge when a nap might be due based on age NAP INTELLIGENCE • Set your baby's age range for personalized wake window guidance • Weekly sleep summary with a visual bar chart of the past 7 days • Sleep rhythm heatmap reveals your baby's natural patterns over time DIAPER TRACKER • Log wet, dirty, or both with a single tap • Note any rash for your records • Visual dots on screen grow gradually between changes—a calm ambient reminder • Configurable cleaning reminders from 1.5 to 4 hours • Full history grouped by day with type and intervals • Add past entries, edit, or delete PAIR WITH YOUR PARTNER • Share a code so your partner can follow along in real-time • They see every contraction, feeding, nap, and diaper change as it happens, from their own device LOCK SCREEN ACTIVITY • iOS Live Activities for contractions, feedings, and naps • Timers and stats right on your Lock Screen—no need to unlock • Toggle on or off in settings SMART SAFEGUARDS • Prevents accidental stops with gentle confirmation • Prompts if a contraction runs unusually long • Won't end a recording if you accidentally tap the background EXPORT & SHARE • Share contraction, feeding, nap, or diaper records with your midwife or doctor • Clean, timestamped history ready for your healthcare team PRIVACY FIRST • All data stays on your device • No account required • No ads, no tracking, no data collection Disclaimer: This app is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding contractions, labor, or any medical condition. Do not delay seeking medical advice because of information provided by this app. — Birth is the most profound and exhausting experience. I can never truly know its depths, but witnessing it left me compelled to build something better—more empathetic, more human. I built Maay for my partner (a little too late)—I hope it helps you through labor and those first precious days. "Maay" (माय) means mother in Marathi, spoken with affection and warmth. Made with love in Berlin.

Screenshots

Contraction Timer4 screens
Maay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Contraction Timer at Free against Maay's $0.99. Contraction Timer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On 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

Contraction Timer is free to download; Maay costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Contraction Timer versus Maay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction TimerMaay
PriceFree — better$0.99
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB13 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperMohamed ZAABOULIAlap Shah

In-app purchases

None

Contraction Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Maay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Contraction Timer free?
Contraction Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Maay free?
Maay costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Contraction Timer or Maay have ads?
Neither Contraction Timer nor Maay shows ads.

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