# Timesheet PDF vs Hours X

The clearest difference is ads: Timesheet PDF at none against Hours X's shown. Timesheet PDF also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Hours X's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 69%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timesheet PDF sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year and Hours X sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Timesheet PDF against 4.6 for Hours X. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 575 and 513 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Timesheet PDF's written reviews are positive against 82% of Hours X's.

Timesheet PDF ships an update monthly, Hours X every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timesheet PDF | Hours X |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (575 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timesheet-pdf/id898115583/reviews)** | [4.6 (513 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hours-x-clock-in-work-time/id1466196878/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **575** | 513 |
| Positive reviews | 69.5% of reviews | **82.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobile and Database Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/492595032) | [Amogh Joshi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1360257372) |

## What reviewers say

### Timesheet PDF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timesheet-pdf/id898115583)

Easily create, sign, and send weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly timesheets as PDFs. Automatically calculate pay, track overtime, and add expenses. Sync hours to your calendar and customize with your logo.

**Highlights:** Quick time entry, Automatic pay calculation, Multiple PDF report options, Add expenses and per diem, Flexible overtime options, Customizable logo, Sync to device calendar

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TPDF 12 MTH Auto Renewal | $3.99 | per year |
| TPDF 12 MTH Auto Renewal | $4.49 | per year |
| TPDF 12 MTH Auto Renewal | $4.99 | per year |
| TPDF 12 MTH Manual Renewal | $4.99 | one-time |
| TPDF 12 MTH Manual Renewal | $5.99 | one-time |
| 5 x 12 Month Subscription | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward
- 💡 Helpful for tracking hours and expenses
- 👍 Great for small businesses and freelancers
- 👍 Customizable timesheets and invoices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and unreliable
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free trial
- 🔒 Difficulty managing account and subscription
- 🐛 Syncing issues between devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to access account
- Unable to delete or edit timesheets
- Subscription renewal issues causing loss of data
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add ability to customize hourly rates
- Improve overtime and holiday pay calculations
- Implement better project and client management
- Allow more timesheet entries in free version
- Add option to purchase app outright instead of subscription


### Hours X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hours-x-clock-in-work-time/id1466196878)

Effortlessly track your work hours and calculate your earnings with this intuitive time tracking app. It offers easy clock-in/out, manual entry, automatic calculations for regular pay, overtime, taxes, and deductions. Manage your time entries in a comprehensive timesheet with notes and exportable data.

**Highlights:** One-tap clock in/out, Manual time entry, Automatic earnings calculation, Overtime and tax calculation, Timesheet management, CSV export, Break scheduling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hours X Pro 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Hours X Pro Yearly 50% OFF | $9.99 | per year |
| Hours X Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Hours X Pro. | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for tracking work hours
- 👍 Straightforward and simple interface
- 👍 Useful for calculating pay
- 👍 Good for managing multiple jobs/clients

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🐛 Inaccurate time tracking in some cases
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version, requires paid subscription
- 🕰️ Issues with setting pay period start/end dates
- 💰 Perceived as overpriced for the available features

**Reported bugs**

- Time entries not calculating correctly
- App crashing when trying to add new entries
- Overlapping time entries not being detected properly

**Requested features**

- Add ability to customize pay period start/end days
- Implement alphabetical sorting or search for jobs/clients
- Include option to track tips or non-hourly pay
- Provide more customization options for the interface
- Develop an Apple Watch app for easier time tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timesheet PDF free?

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

### Is Hours X free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Timesheet PDF or Hours X?

Timesheet PDF is rated higher. Timesheet PDF averages 4.7 out of 5 from 575 ratings, while Hours X averages 4.6 from 513 ratings.

### Do Timesheet PDF or Hours X have ads?

Hours X shows ads; Timesheet PDF does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timesheet PDF or Hours X?

Timesheet PDF ships an update monthly, and Hours X every 2 months. Most recently, Timesheet PDF was updated on October 24, 2026 and Hours X on October 24, 2026.

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