# Flashing Timer

> Visual and audible timer with customizable flashing alerts for various uses. (iPhone/iPad app by E Payne.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashing-timer/id436665023 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [E Payne](https://appshunter.io/developer/377005076)
- Category: Utilities, Health & Fitness
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2011-05-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashing-timer/id436665023/reviews.md

## What is Flashing Timer?

A timer alarm can be very useful but sometimes the sound of a timer alarm may just not work or may not be suitable or appropriate. Instead this app uses a visual flashing alert with contrasting colours that catch your peripheral vision.  

With its simple, smart and intuitive design this timer is great for a multitude of tasks such as school, work, office, social events, library, cooking, exercising, tracking your kids computer time, etc.

WARNING:  This app uses flashing lights which may cause seizures in some individuals.  

Features:

-Optional visual flashing alerts
-Optional audible alerts
-Can be set from 1 second up  to 9 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds.
-Up and down buttons to set hours, minutes and seconds individually
-Up and down buttons can handle single touches or continuous touch for quick increases or decreases.
-Hours, minutes and seconds can adjusted while timer is running
-Saves last timer setting and switch states

## Key features

- Optional visual flashing alerts
- Optional audible alerts
- Set timers from 1 second to 9 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds
- Adjustable hours, minutes, and seconds
- Save last timer settings
- Continuous touch for quick adjustments

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashing-timer/id436665023/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Reset vs repeated timer, light

*2022-03-30, version 2*

1) Timer seems to reset each time it’s used. Suggest update to permit a repeat of the time entered prior. (Ex: If I want a 2-min timer, it blinks that it’s done, I touch the screen to stop the timer, the timer should show 2-mins again. It should not auto-reset.) 2) Flashing red light for timer buzzer. Suggest an alternative of a solid green light to show that the timer has gone off, rather than the flashing and the red. Thank you!

**Developer response:** HI, Thanks for the review and suggestions. We will consider these and issue an update if we decide to make any changes.

Update: The app will now remember the last time that was set when it is reopened

### 4/5 — Works great

*2021-01-03, version 2*

Works so good it gave my son a seizure when it was time to get off the games.

### 5/5 — Visual alert from across the room.

*2018-11-12, version 2*

Needed a timer that a could see across the room when I complete a workout. 
This worked well.   
Works while I’m listening to itunes as well.

### 1/5 — Only works if you tie up your iPhone

*2016-04-07, version 2*

This app only works if it's the only thing running on your iPhone and your iPhone remains on the entire time. 
So if you want to set a flash reminder for 3 hours, you have to keep your iPhone on (goodbye batteries) with the app on the screen for 3 hours. If you press your home button, so you can use your phone for something else, the timer freezes. If your iPhone shuts off after 2 minutes (or however long you set the auto lock) the timer freezes.

**Developer response:** Yes, this app is not designed to work in the background.  However, we do have a more advanced version II that does work in the background and allows for more time settings and options. Please note however, that the flashing alarm will obviously only work when the app is not in background but the audio alarm will.

### 1/5 — is there a glitch

*2015-11-24, version 1.0*

Just bought this tried opening it does not open it seems like it's just a screen shot of someone's iPhone.  very upsetting.

**Developer response:** This has now been fixed.

### 4/5 — Basic app, serves purpose!

*2015-02-11, version 1.0*

I wanted a basic timer/flash app for hearing impaired children--this works perfect. I like that you can set it for under a minute. Yes, you have to take your phone off of auto-lock, but not really a surprise.

### 1/5 — No settings for alert, lock screen, etc.

*2012-02-14, version 1.0*

When screen locks, timer cannot send flashing alert. So, every time you use the timer in light-only mode, you have to manually turn off phone locking and set background light to remain on and then reset them when you finish timing.

### 2/5 — Why just 5 hours???

*2012-01-18, version 1.0*

I was desperately hoping I could use this for an alarm clock but only goes up to a max of 5 hours. What a silly limitation. Makes this app significantly less useful.

**Developer response:** The current version allows for up to 9 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds

## Frequently asked questions about Flashing Timer

### What is the price of Flashing Timer?

Flashing Timer is a paid app and costs $1.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.

### What devices does Flashing Timer support?

Flashing Timer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Flashing Timer updated?

The latest version, 2.2, was released on January 19, 2023. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Flashing Timer?

Flashing Timer has an age rating of 4+. However, users should be aware that the app uses flashing lights which may cause seizures in some individuals.

### Can I adjust the timer while it's running on Flashing Timer?

Yes, you can adjust the hours, minutes, and seconds while the timer is running on Flashing Timer. This allows for flexible time management.

### Does Flashing Timer have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Flashing Timer contains advertisements. As a paid app, it may be ad-free, but this is not explicitly stated.

### What is the maximum time I can set on Flashing Timer?

Flashing Timer can be set from 1 second up to 9 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. This extensive range accommodates most timing needs.

### What do users like about Flashing Timer?

Users appreciate the visual flashing alert as a key feature, especially when audible alarms are not suitable. The intuitive design and adjustable timer settings are also noted as beneficial.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.2 — 2023-01-19

-fixes an issue that would cause sounds to not play and app to crash when toggling sound on
-fixes an issue where one minute notification would repeat if screen was tapped while flashing

### 2.1 — 2022-11-14

-Updated to ensure compatibility with iOS 16 and latest iPhones up to iPhone 14 models 
-Will now remember last time set 
-Will now remember switch settings
-Will now allow device to lock/sleep when timer is not running
-Cosmetic changes

### 2 — 2015-12-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Compiled under latest development software to ensure compatibility with iOS 9
- Hours can now be set up to 9
- One minute notification can now be switched off
- Cosmetic changes

### 1.0 — 2011-05-13

No release notes.

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