Comparison

Contraction Timer vs Cadence

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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Birth Companion — calm support for every contraction Birth can feel intense, emotional, and overwhelming. Birth Companion was designed to make one small part of it feel simpler. Track contractions with a single tap, see timing and intervals clearly, and keep your timer in sight right from the Lock Screen or Apple Watch. Use gentle breathing guidance to help find a steady rhythm, save how each wave felt, and look back on your contraction history whenever you want. Birth Companion includes: Simple contraction timing Duration and interval tracking Gentle breathing guidance Intensity, pressure, and support notes Personal contraction log Lock Screen timer Apple Watch support Shareable PDF summaries You can track your first 10 contractions for free. After that, continued access requires a weekly or monthly subscription. Created by a mother who has been through labor too, Birth Companion is made to feel calm, soft, and easy to use when you may not have the energy for anything complicated. For every wave, a little more clarity. For every moment, a little more support. Birth Companion is a comfort and tracking tool only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or medical monitoring. Always follow the guidance of your doctor, midwife, or care team. Terms of Use: https://birth-companion.pages.dev/terms-of-use

About

Cadence

Features
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When a contraction starts, you need one clear button. Cadence is a simple contraction timer and tracker with a baby kick counter, readable history and a calm design for one-handed use. TIME CONTRACTIONS SIMPLY Tap to start, tap to stop. See each contraction's duration and the interval from the start of one contraction to the start of the next. Add an optional intensity rating from 1 to 10. Edit times, add a missed contraction and keep your sessions together in History. COUNT BABY MOVEMENTS Record each kick with a large button and see how much time has passed since the first movement. Review your previous kick-counting sessions whenever you need them. YOUR TIMING, AT A GLANCE Choose a 5-1-1, 4-1-1 or 3-1-1 timing pattern, customize it or turn it off. Cadence shows when your recorded timing matches your choice. It does not decide whether you are in labor. MADE FOR THE MOMENT • Large controls, clear type and light and dark themes. • Lock Screen Live Activity and Home Screen widgets. • Offline timing and records saved on your iPhone. • No account required. Contraction timing, kick counting and history are free. SHARE WITH CADENCE PRO Export your contraction sessions as PDF or CSV to share with your doctor or midwife. Pro is an optional one-time purchase, with no subscription. Family Sharing is supported. Files are shared only when you choose. You control usage and crash-data sharing in Settings. Cadence records the times you enter. It does not provide a diagnosis or medical advice. If you are concerned about contractions or baby movements, contact your care team.

Screenshots

Contraction Timer4 screens
Cadence4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Contraction Timer at 3 against Cadence's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Contraction Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Cadence sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 4 level
Contraction Timer versus Cadence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContraction TimerCadence
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuliia OtmakhovaMustafa Onur ILGAZ

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Contraction Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
1 purchases

Cadence

One-time1
  • Cadence Pro$7.99

Questions

Is Contraction Timer free?
Contraction Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cadence free?
Cadence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Contraction Timer or Cadence have ads?
Neither Contraction Timer nor Cadence shows ads.

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