# Gentle Timer: Visual Countdown — user reviews > 39 indexed App Store user reviews of Gentle Timer by JOHNNY LI, rated 4.60/5 from 333 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 269 · 4★ 27 · 3★ 12 · 2★ 11 · 1★ 14 ## Newest reviews (17 of 39) ### 5/5 — Really nice timer *2025-10-25, version 3.6* I love the new backgrounds and characters in the latest update! I am glad I bought the premium version of this; well worth it. ### 5/5 — Lovely Timer *2025-10-19, version 3.3* Great timer. Cute animations and music that works so well with my three year old. We use it to signal the end of bath time, brushing teeth and other super fun activities that he didn’t want to end. Or favourite is watching to donut walking across the screen. Thanks ### 5/5 — An Cute Timer *2025-10-07* This is probably the cutest timer I’ve used. I love the animations. It is no frills and easy to set up. I only wish if you turn off your screen or if your iPhone is set to silent, the timer music will still play. However I think the developer is open to improvements and the app will be supported for the near future. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the kind words! 😊 I’m really glad you’re enjoying the animations and simplicity. The latest update now addresses what you mentioned — the timer music will continue to play even if the screen is off or the phone is on silent. Thanks again for the thoughtful feedback and support! 💛 ### 5/5 — Cute and straightforward timer! *2025-10-06* This app accomplishes what it sets out to do: be a fully functional timer that is also cute. I love the art and music style of everything that’s in the app. There is a large variety of art for the characters that act as buttons, lots of different countdown music, and multiple backgrounds to choose from. Would recommend if you are just needing a simple timer app, but also want something with some character / style! ### 5/5 — Fantastic little app *2025-10-06* This is an adorable timer. You can tell they had fun making it. It’s fun and whimsical. I highly recommend Gentle Timer ### 5/5 — Super cute lightweight app *2025-10-06* Great does that it says no frills app. Love it ### 5/5 — This timers great there's no ads to and lots of new stuff *2025-09-11, version 1.5* It's amazing 😲 ### 5/5 — Lovely app with no ads *2025-08-14, version 1.2.4* Does what it says on the tin! 5 stars. ### 5/5 — Um ok *2025-06-07* Ok, I got the app because LOOK AT IT it’s so cute!!! And it actually is cuter when you use it! LOVE already. ### 5/5 — Boss of reviews *2025-05-12, version 1.2.4* Absolutely best time I’ve seen. ### 5/5 — Great timer app! *2025-04-30* I really appreciate the clean UI, as well as all the cute visuals! A nice breath of fresh air from the mainstream apps. ### 5/5 — Just one important note *2025-03-11* this is an absolutely beautiful app! I wouldn't be surprised if it won an award of some type. My only complaints are 1) that it doesn't work on landscape mode so it's a shame. I can't use it on my iPad. 2) Seconds our set in increments of 10, but it would be nice to be able to set it to specific seconds that are not necessarily. As soon as landscape mode is added, and hopefully a dinosaur or two as well, I would purchase the premium version. Good job! **Developer response:** The app now supports both portrait and landscape modes. ### 5/5 — Such a fun timer! *2025-03-07* I love the animations and sounds in this app. This is very visually and audibly appealing, and well worth the download. ### 5/5 — Great Timer for Kids! *2025-03-04* The animations are cute, the UI/UX is silly (and usable) and perfect for helping kids with transitions. ### 5/5 — Visually appealing *2025-03-04* Probably one of the most visually appealing timer apps I’ve used. I’m not one for using alternatives to system apps but this one is well worth the download. ### 5/5 — Super fun & full of personaliy *2025-03-04, version 1.2.4* Downloaded to use in the classroom or at home. Just playing around with it, it’s got a ton of personality, lots of options for a fun generic timer. All the motion on the screen when just on the settings menu is a lot. It would be nice in future updates to toggle that off. Also, no cat character option but a dog is included… 0/5 :) A great fun timer. ### 5/5 — The CUTIEST TIMER EVER *2025-03-04* This app is easy to use, cute as buttons, and I wish it was the default timer! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 4/5 — pretty good app *2026-01-09* nothing wild or annoying. would be nice if there were more free options **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! I’ve added more free options in the latest update. Enjoy the extra choices! ### 4/5 — Nearly perfection *2025-10-06* Fun timer, I think this OS perfect for teachers and parents. Once the developer fixes the issue with seconds not being displayed on count down, I’ll up to a 5 star. **Developer response:** The timer can now be adjusted by 1-second steps rather than 10-second steps. ### 4/5 — No sound *2025-07-13, version 1.2.4* Can’t get any sound. Any advice? I’m re-installing on iOS. ### 5/5 — Good *2026-08-13* I love it. It is very fun. I recommend it the new version of it right now is actually very helpful than the last version. Like I said, I really recommend it get ### 5/5 — Cozy and Adorable *2026-07-05* This app is honestly so adorable. All the sounds, art, and functionality make it an absolute pleasure to use. It is smooth, snappy, and easy to read while maintaining its unique style. 1000% recommend this to anyone who wants a little extra happiness from a mundane activity like setting a timer. ### 5/5 — Y’all, what a BEAUTIFUL app!!!! *2026-05-18* It’s really something to see. I’m surprised everytime I use it (which is everyday) and take just a second to explore. It’s so whimsical and artistic and just all the good things. I could really use a huge dose of all the good things. Thank u for this absolute treat! No AI. No Kardashian or Britney, or women shaking last nite’s mozzarella sticks on their behind while being told that’s sexy, or dick photos….. just a really great app. Thanks again. ### 5/5 — Love It!!!😍😍😍😍 *2026-05-15* It has fun music 🎵 and is always fun to use! This is the best timing ⏱️ app in the WORLD 🌎!! ### 5/5 — Love It!!!😍😍😍😍 *2026-05-05* It has fun music 🎵 and is always fun to use! This is the best timing ⏱️ app in the WORLD 🌎!! ### 5/5 — Cute *2026-04-14* Cute visuals, which helps a lot if the timer is for something difficult, like gym sets. The clanging of the monkeys’ cymbals are a little quieter with this app. ### 5/5 — love it! *2026-03-05* colorful, fun, customizable- great timer! ## Most praised reviews (3 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Developer response is good too! *2026-01-22, version 5.9* 5 stars now! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ### 5/5 — Recommended *2026-01-19, version 5.9* Great App to help get the kids to sleep, allows the kids to set a timer and follow the countdown to a fun character and tune. Frequent updates from the developer as well. ### 5/5 — Hola *2025-11-14* Hola **Developer response:** Hola! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*