Comparison

QMate vs Sandora Hourglass

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

Head to head
About

QMate

Features
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QMate turns the timers you use every day into one-tap routines. Boil a soft egg, run a HIIT circuit, nail a pour-over, focus with Pomodoro. Save a routine once, then launch the whole sequence with a single tap. No setup, no fumbling with the clock app. WHY QMATE • One tap to start. Open a saved timer and it just runs. • Multi-step sequences. Chain countdowns and hands-free waits into one routine. • Never miss a step. Get an alert at every step and at the finish, even with the screen off or the phone locked. • Ready-made templates. Cooking, workout, and focus timers you can add and adjust in seconds. • Clear, steady countdown. Big tabular digits that never jitter. • Day and night. A warm dark theme by default, a bright one for daylight. PERFECT FOR Cooking and baking, HIIT and Tabata, stretching, Pomodoro and deep work, pour-over and French press, skincare, meditation, and any routine with steps.

About

Sandora Hourglass

Features
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Welcome to Sandora Hourglass, a beautifully crafted timer inspired by the timeless elegance of a real hourglass. Transform your phone into a decorative desk companion while staying focused on work, studying, reading, meditation, cooking, or any daily activity. Simply place your device on a stand and enjoy the calming flow of sand throughout each session. Start one of the built-in timers for 5, 10, or 15 minutes with a single tap. Need more flexibility? Unlock Custom Time and create timers that perfectly match your own routine. Personalize your experience with beautifully designed hourglass skins. From realistic wooden craftsmanship to elegant modern styles, each skin gives your timer a unique appearance while preserving its relaxing atmosphere. Features • Beautiful hourglass-inspired timer • Preset sessions for 5, 10, and 15 minutes • Custom timer duration • Multiple premium hourglass skins • Clean and distraction-free interface • Relaxing visual experience for work, study, reading, and mindfulness Whether you're improving productivity, building better habits, or simply enjoying the peaceful movement of falling sand, Sandora Hourglass brings beauty and focus to every moment.

Screenshots

QMate4 screens
Sandora Hourglass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QMate at none against Sandora Hourglass's 6. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Sandora Hourglass sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. QMate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
QMate versus Sandora Hourglass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQMateSandora Hourglass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB139 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDongHyeon LeeSolomiia Kravets

In-app purchases

None

QMate

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Sandora Hourglass

One-time6
  • Skin1$0.99
  • Skin2$0.99
  • Skin4$0.99
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  • Skin3$0.99
  • Custom$0.99
  • PRO$2.99

Questions

Is QMate free?
QMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sandora Hourglass free?
Sandora Hourglass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QMate or Sandora Hourglass have ads?
Neither QMate nor Sandora Hourglass shows ads.

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