# CmapTools vs Smart Timetable

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart Timetable at 80% against CmapTools's 36%. Smart Timetable also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). CmapTools's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CmapTools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Timetable sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Timetable holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Timetable has 3.5K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of CmapTools's written reviews are positive against 80% of Smart Timetable's.

CmapTools ships an update monthly, Smart Timetable every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CmapTools | Smart Timetable |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cmaptools/id927987108/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-timetable-study-planner/id1278473923/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 35.6% of reviews | **80.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition](https://appshunter.io/developer/925120272) | [Denis Kravcov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1268388071) |

## What reviewers say

### CmapTools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cmaptools/id927987108)

Create and share concept maps and knowledge models directly on your iPad. Easily build complex diagrams with drag-and-drop functionality and a full style palette. Synchronize your work with the Cmap Cloud for seamless access across devices.

**Highlights:** Concept map construction, Knowledge model building, Drag-and-drop interface, Full style palette, Cmap Cloud synchronization, Cross-device access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enable Sync to Cmap Cloud and Sharing Options | $4.99 | one-time |


### Smart Timetable

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-timetable-study-planner/id1278473923)

Manage multiple class schedules, assignments, and tasks with notifications and reminders. Sync across devices and share with others. Track your progress with insightful charts and utilize convenient widgets for quick access.

**Highlights:** Multiple schedule management, Rotating schedule support, Lesson and assignment notifications, Today widget with countdown, iCloud and Apple Calendar sync, Apple Watch app and widget, Siri Shortcuts and Voice commands

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro - 1 month | $0.99 | per month |
| Class Schedule Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Class Schedule Premium | $7.99 | per year |
| Schedule Planner PRO | $2.99 | one-time |
| Schedule Planner Premium | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for organizing schedule
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 💡 Useful widgets and countdown timers
- 👍 Customizable colors for classes
- 👍 Syncs across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with widget and sync issues
- 🐛 Deletes schedules and tasks after updates
- 🔒 Notifications only available in paid version
- 🐛 Difficulty setting up recurring tasks
- 🐛 Confusing to navigate for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Schedules disappearing after updates
- Widgets not working or showing incorrect information
- Sync issues between devices
- Crashes when trying to create new schedules

**Requested features**

- Option to select multiple days for classes
- Ability to set custom reminders and due dates for tasks
- Weekly/monthly calendar view
- Integration with other calendar/task apps
- More customization options (colors, backgrounds, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CmapTools free?

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

### Is Smart Timetable free?

Smart Timetable is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CmapTools or Smart Timetable?

Smart Timetable is rated higher. CmapTools averages 2.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Smart Timetable averages 4.6 from 3.5K ratings.

### Do CmapTools or Smart Timetable have ads?

Neither CmapTools nor Smart Timetable shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CmapTools or Smart Timetable?

CmapTools ships an update monthly, and Smart Timetable every 4 days. Most recently, CmapTools was updated on October 20, 2026 and Smart Timetable on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*