# BugMe vs Ontime

The clearest difference is monetization model: BugMe at freemium against Ontime's subscription. BugMe also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1). Ontime's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BugMe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Ontime sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ontime holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BugMe has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

BugMe ships an update every 6 weeks, Ontime weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BugMe | Ontime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugme-adhd-reminders/id6760672617/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ontime-adhd-and-time-blindness/id6786759932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 10 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PileUp Digital LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885637074) | [ADESH PANDEY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892893741) |

## What reviewers say

### BugMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugme-adhd-reminders/id6760672617)

This app provides persistent, escalating reminders designed to help users complete tasks. It features smart timing, quiet hours, and an AI breakdown for vague tasks, making it ideal for those with ADHD or anyone struggling with their to-do list.

**Highlights:** Escalating reminder tiers, Smart timing for notifications, AI task breakdown, Calendar and streak heatmap, Time blindness widget, Pick-For-Me mode

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BugMe Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| BugMe Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |


### Ontime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ontime-adhd-and-time-blindness/id6786759932)

This app acts as an external clock for individuals with ADHD or time blindness. It helps you plan your routines backward from a deadline, providing precise start times and alerts to ensure you leave on time without stress.

**Highlights:** Backward planning from deadlines, Start-now alarm for exact start times, Step-by-step routine guidance, Live Activity countdown on Lock Screen, Apple Watch glanceable time pressure, Home Screen widgets for quick status, Routine insights and buffer adjustments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ontime Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Ontime Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BugMe free?

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

### Is Ontime free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BugMe or Ontime?

Ontime is rated higher. BugMe averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Ontime averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do BugMe or Ontime have ads?

Neither BugMe nor Ontime shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BugMe or Ontime?

BugMe ships an update every 6 weeks, and Ontime weekly. Most recently, BugMe was updated on October 31, 2026 and Ontime on October 31, 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.*