# Contraction Timer & Counter 9m vs Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker at 68% against Contraction Timer & Counter 9m's 50%. Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). Contraction Timer & Counter 9m's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and chart position (#20 vs #113). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Contraction Timer & Counter 9m sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days 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.

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 68K and 50K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Contraction Timer & Counter 9m's written reviews are positive against 68% of Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m ships an update every 5 weeks, Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Contraction Timer & Counter 9m | Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (68K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraction-timer-and-counter-9m/id877303791/reviews)** | [4.6 (50K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraction-timer-tracker/id933501579/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **68K** | 50K |
| Positive reviews | 50.3% of reviews | **68.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | #113 |
| Size | 37 MB | 195 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Aleksei Neiman](https://appshunter.io/developer/604710689) | [Going Merry LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820776999) |

## What reviewers say

### Contraction Timer & Counter 9m

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraction-timer-and-counter-9m/id877303791)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Grossing · Medical, #46 Top Free · Medical (US App Store)

This app helps expectant mothers track labor contractions by simply tapping a button. It analyzes contraction duration and frequency to determine when it's time to head to the hospital or to understand the current stage of labor for home births. It provides guidance based on standard indicators, but always consult your doctor.

**Highlights:** Track contractions with a single button, Analyze contraction duration and frequency, Notify when it's time to go to the hospital, Determine labor stage for home births, Simple and easy to use interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Contraction Timer Plus | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Contraction Timer Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| Contraction Timer Plus | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- ⏱️ Accurately tracks contractions
- 📢 Provides helpful notifications
- 💾 Ability to export data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficulty editing recorded contractions
- 💤 Frequent review prompts during labor
- 📺 Disruptive ads during use
- 🤔 Inaccurate hospital readiness notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes during use
- Incorrect contraction timing
- Email export feature not working

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch compatibility
- Contraction intensity tracking
- Dark mode option
- Ability to delete/edit recorded contractions


### Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker

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

**Currently charting:** #113 Top Grossing · 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 Contraction Timer & Counter 9m free?

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m 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, Contraction Timer & Counter 9m or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m is rated higher. Contraction Timer & Counter 9m averages 4.8 out of 5 from 68K ratings, while Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker averages 4.6 from 50K ratings.

### Do Contraction Timer & Counter 9m or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker have ads?

Both Contraction Timer & Counter 9m and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Contraction Timer & Counter 9m or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m ships an update every 5 weeks, and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker fortnightly. Most recently, Contraction Timer & Counter 9m was updated on September 25, 2026 and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Contraction Timer & Counter 9m or Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker?

Contraction Timer & Counter 9m currently peaks at #20 in the App Store charts, and Contraction Timer ＆ Tracker at #113. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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