# Rewind vs Timetrack mini @ Homescreen

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Rewind at 246 against Timetrack mini @ Homescreen's 10. Timetrack mini @ Homescreen's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rewind sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Timetrack mini @ Homescreen sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.7 for Timetrack mini @ Homescreen. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rewind has 246 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 49% and 50% positive.

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, Timetrack mini @ Homescreen every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rewind | Timetrack mini @ Homescreen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (246 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewind-timetracking/id967979724/reviews) | **[4.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetrack-mini-homescreen/id1571765507/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **246** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 49.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **18.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sandro Pennisi](https://appshunter.io/developer/290070907) | [Marian Koenig](https://appshunter.io/developer/1394020504) |

## 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


### Timetrack mini @ Homescreen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetrack-mini-homescreen/id1571765507)

This app offers a simple and beautiful way to track your time, focusing solely on the current day. Essential features are free, with an optional one-time purchase for advanced customization, editing, and data export.

**Highlights:** Simple time tracking, Timeless design, Focus on today, Free essential features, PRO version customization, Time record editing, Statistics export

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timetrack minimalist PRO | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rewind free?

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

### Is Timetrack mini @ Homescreen free?

Timetrack mini @ Homescreen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Rewind or Timetrack mini @ Homescreen?

Timetrack mini @ Homescreen is rated higher. Rewind averages 4.6 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while Timetrack mini @ Homescreen averages 4.7 from 10 ratings.

### Do Rewind or Timetrack mini @ Homescreen have ads?

Neither Rewind nor Timetrack mini @ Homescreen shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rewind or Timetrack mini @ Homescreen?

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, and Timetrack mini @ Homescreen every 2 months. Most recently, Rewind was updated on September 19, 2026 and Timetrack mini @ Homescreen on September 15, 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.*