# Rewind vs TimeTracker

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rewind at 49% against TimeTracker's 0%. TimeTracker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rewind sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. TimeTracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, TimeTracker every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rewind | TimeTracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (249 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewind-timetracking/id967979724/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **249** | — |
| Positive reviews | **49.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 16 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sandro Pennisi](https://appshunter.io/developer/290070907) | [RootPi AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643527685) |

## 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


### TimeTracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetracker-auto-geofencing/id6444402062)

This GPS-powered application helps you monitor time spent at different locations, enhancing organization and efficiency. The pro version offers advanced features like work schedule integration, custom zone creation, and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** GPS-powered location time tracking, Work schedule and income tracking (Pro), Customizable geofence shapes (Pro), Ad-free experience (Pro), Unlimited zone creation (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rewind free?

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

### Is TimeTracker free?

TimeTracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Rewind or TimeTracker have ads?

Neither Rewind nor TimeTracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rewind or TimeTracker?

Rewind ships an update every 5 months, and TimeTracker every 6 days. Most recently, Rewind was updated on October 12, 2026 and TimeTracker on September 27, 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.*
