Comparison

TimeClock by Simple In/Out vs Shaare

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TimeClock by Simple In/Out

This app functions as a digital time card, allowing users to check in and out by scanning a barcode. It offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional timecard equipment, with reports accessible via a website. Ideal for businesses of all sizes seeking a simple time tracking solution.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for check-in/out
  • Digital time card functionality
  • Cost-effective alternative to hardware
  • Report generation via website
  • Customizable themes
  • Company announcements display
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TimeClock uses the Simple In/Out service to behave like a time card. The app is designed to check users in and out using a barcode linked to each individual user. Users will be flipped in or out based on their current status. This app works great on an iPhone or iPad. You can save hundreds of dollars on bulky, expensive timecard equipment and use TimeClock. Reports can be generated to calculate everyone's time on our website. TimeClock is the easiest to use time card solution in the App Store. It is great for business' of all sizes to quickly check users in or out. Here is a quick rundown of all the great features we offer in TimeClock: * Easy to read time and date * Users can quickly check in or out by scanning their barcode badge * Print Barcodes (using your device or via the website) * Change between several different themes to customize your experience * Presents company announcements Can't find a feature? Email us and let us know. We love hearing from our users. We'd be happy to listen to any and all suggestions. email: help@simplymadeapps.com

About

Shaare

Features
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Shaare is a place for groups to communicate, collaborate, and get things done together. Create a space for your team, community, project, or group of friends. Share messages and updates, organize tasks, keep track of important dates, and keep your files together all in one place. Shaare Plans (optional): Basic, Super, Max and SuperMax, billed monthly or yearly as auto-renewing subscriptions through your Apple ID. Payment is charged at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions. Bot energy top-ups (Spark, Boost, Surge) are one-time purchases. Terms of Use: https://shaare.biz/terms.php Privacy Policy: https://shaare.biz/privacy.php

Screenshots

TimeClock by Simple In/Out4 screens
Shaare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TimeClock by Simple In/Out at none against Shaare's 10. TimeClock by Simple In/Out also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Shaare's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shaare sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. TimeClock by Simple In/Out asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TimeClock by Simple In/Out ships an update every 6 weeks, Shaare every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TimeClock by Simple In/Out versus Shaare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeClock by Simple In/OutShaare
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimply Made Apps IncShaare Technologies LLC

In-app purchases

None

TimeClock by Simple In/Out

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Shaare

Subscriptions7
  • Basic (monthly)$2.001 Month
  • Super (monthly)$12.001 Month
  • Basic (yearly)$20.001 Year
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  • Max (monthly)$50.001 Month
  • SuperMax (monthly)$100.001 Month
  • Super (yearly)$139.991 Year
  • Max (yearly)$539.991 Year
One-time3
  • Spark energy$2.99
  • Boost energy$7.99
  • Surge energy$19.99

Questions

Is TimeClock by Simple In/Out free?
TimeClock by Simple In/Out is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shaare free?
Shaare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TimeClock by Simple In/Out or Shaare have ads?
Neither TimeClock by Simple In/Out nor Shaare shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TimeClock by Simple In/Out or Shaare?
TimeClock by Simple In/Out ships an update every 6 weeks, and Shaare every 4 days. Most recently, TimeClock by Simple In/Out was updated on November 1, 2026 and Shaare on November 4, 2026.

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