# Pump Log® vs Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker

The clearest difference is ads: Pump Log® at none against Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker's shown. Pump Log® also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 68%) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (50K vs 5.8K). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pump Log® sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pump Log® holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker has 50K ratings behind it against 5.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Pump Log®'s written reviews are positive against 68% of Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker's.

Pump Log® ships an update every 5 days, Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pump Log® | Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pump-log-track-breast-milk/id814112299/reviews)** | [4.6 (50K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraction-timer-tracker/id933501579/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.8K | **50K** |
| Positive reviews | **94.1% of reviews** | 68.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#63** | #87 |
| Size | 144 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Stefanik Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/451907369) | [Going Merry LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820776999) |

## What reviewers say

### Pump Log®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pump-log-track-breast-milk/id814112299)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

This app helps exclusive pumpers track their breast milk output, manage their milk stash, and stay on schedule. It offers a built-in timer, smart reminders, and detailed statistics to support milk supply. Features include a countdown calculator, Apple Watch integration, and widgets for easy access.

**Highlights:** Session logging (time, volume, side, notes), Milk stash monitoring, Countdown calculator for feeding goals, In-depth stats and trends on milk output, Built-in timer and custom reminders, Apple Watch app integration, Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Records Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade (original price) | $49.99 | one-time |


### Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraction-timer-tracker/id933501579)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Medical, #154 Top Free · Medical (US App Store)

Effortlessly track labor contractions with this intuitive app. It automatically calculates duration, intervals, and frequency, providing visual history and intensity indicators. Includes a hospital bag checklist and pain relief exercises.

**Highlights:** One-tap start/stop contraction timing, Automatic duration, interval, and frequency calculation, Visual history with color-coded intensity, Hospital bag checklist, Pain-relieving exercise guide, Data saved even when app is closed

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Baby Tracker & Contraction Timer | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Baby Tracker & Contraction Timer | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
- ✨ Helpful for tracking contractions
- 🔍 Allows editing and adjusting of entries
- 💰 Free app with no subscription required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Frequent requests for reviews during labor
- 📢 Annoying pop-up ads and notifications
- 🔒 Limited access from lock screen
- 🔋 Potential battery drain from constant use

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent timing between start and end of contractions
- Syncing issues between phone and Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Dark mode or night theme option
- Ability to pause/resume timing
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- Customizable intensity buttons instead of slider
- Ability to share data/reports with medical providers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pump Log® free?

Pump Log® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker free?

Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pump Log® or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Pump Log® is rated higher. Pump Log® averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker averages 4.6 from 50K ratings.

### Do Pump Log® or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker have ads?

Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker shows ads; Pump Log® does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pump Log® or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Pump Log® ships an update every 5 days, and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker fortnightly. Most recently, Pump Log® was updated on October 3, 2026 and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker on October 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Pump Log® or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Pump Log® currently peaks at #63 in the App Store charts, and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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