# Countdown Visual Timer: Kids — Hourglass ABA 0 60 ASD > Visual countdown timer for special needs, autism, and children to reduce anxiety. (iPhone/iPad app by Nuclear Cyborg Corp.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-visual-timer-kids/id6474494320 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nuclear Cyborg Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/910010732) - Category: Productivity, Education - Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.29) - Rating: 4.59/5 from 17 App Store ratings - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 37 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2024-02-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-10 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-visual-timer-kids/id6474494320/reviews.md ## What is Countdown Visual Timer? Calming. Visual. Quiet. Reduces anxiety and stress. Perfect for nonverbal, special needs,, autism, ADHD. Silent or choose from many alter sounds. Kids, toddlers and caregivers will love the relaxing and easy-to-understand interface. Over 50 sounds for notifications (or turn them off!). Finally! The perfect accessibility timer for young kids and people with communication or cognitive delays. Those on the Autism spectrum (ASD) and young kids can struggle with understanding time, leading to high anxiety and frustration around transitions. Being able to SEE time pass helps understanding, reducing frustration and anxiety. NO ANNOYING STUFF: — No ads, ever! — No annoying ticking sounds USEFUL FEATURES & OPTIONS: — Simple, elegant design — Easily save custom timer presets — Customize the alert sound (or turn it off!) — Lock out Stop button while timer is running (optional) — Lock out settings changes (optional) — Keep screen on during countdown (optional) — Alert sound when time is up (optional) — Notification if app is closed when timer expires (optional) For some who have severe forms of Autism / Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), young children, and those with communication or cognitive impairments, Autism Timer Visual Countdown provides a superior, highly accessible experience. Hours, minutes, and seconds are abstract concepts that can be difficult to understand, leading to anger and aggression. Instead, we eliminate both visual and auditory distractions and provide a continuous, calm, visual cue. Most of the time, the app will be used by a caregiver, ABA therapist, or other professional. Changing options, and even the Stop button, can be disabled while the timer is running, and you can choose if you want an alert sound or not when the timer expires. The interface is designed to be simple and intuitive, and most of the buttons get out of the way while the timer is running. This app offers subscriptions. Privacy policy: https://nuclearcyborg.com/privacy Terms of use: https://nuclearcyborg.com/terms ## Key features - Visual countdown interface - Reduces anxiety and stress - Customizable alert sounds - Lockout options for buttons and settings - Screen stays on during countdown - Simple and intuitive design ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Autism Timer Premium (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month | | Autism Timer Premium (Annual) | $9.99 | per year | | Autism Timer Premium (Weekly) | $0.99 | per 7 days | ## Frequently asked questions about Countdown Visual Timer ### What is Countdown Visual Timer: Kids used for? Countdown Visual Timer: Kids is designed to help individuals, particularly children and those with autism or ADHD, understand the passage of time visually. This can reduce anxiety and frustration during transitions or tasks. ### Does Countdown Visual Timer: Kids have ads? No, Countdown Visual Timer: Kids is ad-free. The developers have explicitly stated 'No ads, ever!' to ensure a calm and uninterrupted user experience. ### What are the subscription options for Countdown Visual Timer: Kids? Countdown Visual Timer: Kids offers a premium subscription with weekly ($0.99), monthly ($2.99), and annual ($9.99) plans. The annual plan includes a 3-day free trial. ### Can the timer be used without sound? Yes, you can customize the alert sound or turn it off completely. The app offers over 50 sounds for notifications, or you can opt for silent operation. ### Is Countdown Visual Timer: Kids suitable for nonverbal users? Yes, the app is specifically highlighted as perfect for nonverbal individuals, those with special needs, autism, and ADHD. Its visual and quiet nature makes it highly accessible. ### What devices does Countdown Visual Timer: Kids support? Countdown Visual Timer: Kids is available for iPhone and iPad, as indicated by its supported devices list. ### How often is Countdown Visual Timer: Kids updated? The app was last updated on September 29, 2025, with version 1.21. It was initially released on February 14, 2024. ### Can caregivers lock settings in Countdown Visual Timer: Kids? Yes, caregivers can optionally lock out stop button functionality while the timer is running and also lock out settings changes to prevent accidental modifications. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.21 — 2025-09-29 BUG FIX! - Fixed an issue where the subscription screen would not necessarily disappear after starting a subscription or dismissing the screen. ### 1.19 — 2025-08-14 bug fixes ### 1.18 — 2025-07-28 Bug fixes and improvements ### 1.17 — 2025-07-22 Bug fixes and improvements ### 1.16 — 2025-07-21 Fixed bug where the user's subscription status would sometimes not be recognized correctly. ## Apps similar to Countdown Visual Timer | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Stage Timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-timer/id6463024839) | 3.9 (16) | Free | Productivity | | [Flow Timer - Countdown Focus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-timer-countdown-focus/id6743374244) | 4.8 (6) | Free | Productivity | | [Countdown Timer Aqua Hourglass](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-timer-aqua-hourglass/id1271515042) | 4.6 (677) | Free | Productivity | | [Gentle Timer: Visual Countdown](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755) | 4.6 (309) | Free | Productivity | | [Lily pad - visual timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lily-pad-visual-timer/id6587564319) | 3.7 (3) | Free | Productivity | | [Visual Countdown Pixel Timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-countdown-pixel-timer/id6460258766) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Productivity | ## More apps by Nuclear Cyborg Corp - [EZ Calc FREE HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ez-calc-free-hd/id1010486863) - [Mortgage Calculator for Pros](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mortgage-calculator-for-pros/id1012770184) - [Color Match Cannons](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-match-cannons/id1020936262) - [Christmas Fun Sticker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christmas-fun-sticker/id1323110391) - [Stickers: Valentine's Day FUN](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickers-valentines-day-fun/id1335753616) - [Halloween Fun Sticker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halloween-fun-sticker/id1437754411) All apps by Nuclear Cyborg Corp: https://appshunter.io/developer/910010732 ## Related topics [visual timer sand](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/visual-timer-sand) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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