# Rewind vs Collections Database

Rewind and Collections Database both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Collections Database's written reviews are positive against 49% of Rewind's. Collections Database also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rewind sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Collections Database sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Rewind against 4.6 for Collections Database. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 246 and 187 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Rewind's written reviews are positive against 87% of Collections Database's.

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, Collections Database fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rewind | Collections Database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (246 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewind-timetracking/id967979724/reviews)** | [4.6 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **246** | 187 |
| Positive reviews | 49.0% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sandro Pennisi](https://appshunter.io/developer/290070907) | [Matteo D'Ignazio](https://appshunter.io/developer/634863524) |

## What reviewers say

### Rewind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewind-timetracking/id967979724)

This app automatically tracks your time based on your location, requiring minimal user input after initial setup. It offers insights into how you spend your time at various locations and can sync data to your calendar. A Pro version unlocks advanced reporting and more location tracking.

**Highlights:** Automatic background time tracking, Location-based tracking, Calendar view, Insightful statistics, Calendar sync, Pro version reporting and backup

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rewind Pro Free Trial | Free | one-time |
| Rewind Pro | $3.79 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lightweight and minimal battery drain
- 👍 Simple, intuitive interface
- ⏱️ Automatic background location tracking
- 📊 Useful time tracking and reporting features
- 💾 Data export to calendar and spreadsheet formats

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent iOS compatibility issues after updates
- 📍 Inaccurate location detection
- 🔋 Battery drain reported by some users
- ❌ Limited free version (only 1 location)
- 💰 Expensive for functionality offered

**Reported bugs**

- iOS 16.4+ background update compatibility broken
- iOS 15 compatibility issues - not ending timeframes properly
- iOS 10 calendar sync functionality broken
- Calendar export toggle doesn't persist
- Feedback menu crashes app

**Requested features**

- iPad version
- Ability to track unknown/new locations automatically
- Grouping/categorizing locations (e.g., all Starbucks locations)
- Manual marker placement on map
- Ability to set minimum time threshold before recording location


### Collections Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334)

Organize anything with a personal database app. It offers over 20 field types, customizable layouts, and pre-built templates for common uses like books or expenses. Advanced features and iCloud sync are available.

**Highlights:** 20+ field types (text, number, picture, barcode, etc.), Customizable fields and display styles, Pre-built templates (books, contacts, expenses, etc.), Organize with collections and subcollections, Password, Face ID, and Touch ID protection, iCloud synchronization across devices, Advanced fields and calculations (Pro version)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collections Ultra (Upgrade) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Collections Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Collections Ultra | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 🚀 Powerful and feature-rich
- 💡 Excellent integration with Apple ecosystem
- 🔒 Secure and private data storage
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and sync issues
- 📚 Lacking comprehensive documentation
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering capabilities
- 🔀 Difficulty moving/copying data between collections

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues when using search
- Inconsistent behavior between iOS and macOS versions

**Requested features**

- Collaborative features for sharing databases
- More advanced reporting and visualization options
- Improved import/export functionality
- Ability to customize the appearance and layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rewind free?

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

### Is Collections Database free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Rewind or Collections Database?

Rewind is rated higher. Rewind averages 4.6 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while Collections Database averages 4.6 from 187 ratings.

### Do Rewind or Collections Database have ads?

Neither Rewind nor Collections Database shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rewind or Collections Database?

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, and Collections Database fortnightly. Most recently, Rewind was updated on October 2, 2026 and Collections Database on October 7, 2026.

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