Best Mind Timer alternatives: apps like Mind Timer - A Simple Timer for Insight Meditation

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

Mind Timer is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Mind Timer

Meditation Timer & Sleep Aid#1

Meditation Timer & Sleep Aid by David Dempsey

Mindfulness & Simply Meditate
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8(5 ratings)
Free
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Cultivate mindfulness and inner peace with a customizable meditation timer. Choose from soothing soundscapes, set session durations, and enjoy gentle alerts to guide your practice. Ideal for both new and experienced meditators seeking mental clarity and relaxation.

Dhyāna Meditation Timer#2

Dhyāna Meditation Timer by Dag Norberg

Simple meditation timer
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.0(1 ratings)
Free
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A straightforward timer designed for various mindfulness practices like meditation, yoga, and breathing exercises. Customize sessions with multiple steps and be guided by the gentle sound of a Tibetan singing bowl to mark the end of your practice.

Simple Gong Timer#3

Simple Gong Timer by Satoshi Horiguchi

A simple rond timer.
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
0.0(0 ratings)
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This application allows users to set custom timers for workouts and rest periods, with a specified number of rounds. It features a gong sound that won't interrupt music playback and can utilize vibration for notifications even when the device is on silent.

More apps like Mind Timer

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Gong Timer - Mindfulness Space
Gong Timer - Mindfulness Space
Gong Timer - Mindfulness Space
Cues for focused practice
Free

This app provides structured sound cues for time-based practices like meditation and mindfulness. Create custom timers with milestones and waymarks to guide your sessions without interruption. Track your progress on the Lock Screen with Live Activity.

Custom timers with milestonesOptional waymarks for guidanceCurated sound cues
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free with in-app purchases
5
Dōan - Meditation Timer
Dōan - Meditation Timer
Dōan - Meditation Timer
Mindfulness, calm and clarity
Free

This app provides an unguided meditation timer that uses gentle gong sounds to help you maintain focus. Customize session length, nudge frequency, and choose from various gong sounds. It runs in the background, even with the screen off.

Customizable session lengthConfigurable focus nudgesChoice of gong sounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free
6
Zen Bell
Zen Bell
Zen Bell
Drift Into Sleep
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
7
GonguZen: Meditation Timer
GonguZen: Meditation Timer
GonguZen: Meditation Timer
Meditation Bell & Sleep Sounds
Free

Find calm with a simple meditation timer for sleep, mindfulness, and breath. Enjoy a clean interface with no ads or account requirements. Offers guided breathing, ambient sounds, and progress tracking.

Meditation timer with custom durationsReal singing bowls and bellsBreathing guidance
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
freemium
8
MindTime: Meditation Timer
MindTime: Meditation Timer
MindTime: Meditation Timer
Silent Vipassana & Zen Bells
Free

This app offers a customizable meditation timer with various bell sounds and session types. Track your progress, build daily streaks, and reflect with an optional journal. Enjoy a distraction-free experience designed to support your mindfulness practice.

Customizable timer durationsChoice of 8 meditation bellsInterval bells with adjustable volume
💪 Health & Fitness
(9)
free with in-app purchases
9
The Mindful Timer
The Mindful Timer
The Mindful Timer
Breathe. Stretch. Relax.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
10
Zenti Meditation Timer
Zenti Meditation Timer
Zenti Meditation Timer
Meditate with Ease
Free

This app offers a streamlined approach to meditation, allowing users to quickly set up custom timers with interval sounds and vibrations. It integrates with Apple Health and supports custom shortcuts for easy access. Focus on your practice without unnecessary distractions.

Customizable meditation timersInterval sounds and vibrationsApple Health integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(6)
free with in-app purchases