# Ready Time — Get Ready On Time

> Day planner and scheduler that alerts you when to leave and for tasks. (iPhone/iPad app by Nerd Tower.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ready-time/id1412470365 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nerd Tower](https://appshunter.io/developer/322079095)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ready-time/id1412470365/reviews.md

## What is Ready Time?

Always running late? Ready Time works backward from your deadline to schedule every step and alerts you when it's time to start each one.

Add your steps (pack, shower, drive, whatever). Set your deadline. Ready Time calculates start times and sends a notification for each one.
・Morning routines: know when to start each thing so you're not rushing
・Catching a flight: from packing to TSA, timed out
・Getting kids out the door: the version where nobody yells
・Dinner prep: work backward from "guests arrive at 7"

Features:
・Alerts for each step in your plan
・Add a destination to any step to see travel time by driving, cycling, or walking
・Shared plans: share with friends and family; they get the same reminders, so you're all ready together
・Calendar integration: tap a flight or event to start a new plan with the details filled in
・Step suggestions from your history
・Time Lock: pin a step to a fixed time and schedule everything else around it
・Buffers between steps
・Repeating daily and weekly plans
・Sync, duplicate, and archive
・Start a new plan from a template

No subscription.
No ads.
No login.

You already know what you need to do. Ready Time just tells you when.
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## Key features

- Alerts for Countdowns and Tasks
- Calendar Autocomplete
- Task Suggestions
- Search for Countdowns
- Flight alerts with pre-filled details
- Dark Mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdown: Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeating Plans, Themes & More | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ready-time/id1412470365/reviews.md

### 5/5 — ready time ftw

*2026-06-01*

now i can start earlier and plan in sync with everyone 😎

**Developer response:** Thanks! Starting earlier instead of rushing is exactly what Ready Time was made for. And shared plans are great for getting everyone on the same page without the last-minute chaos. Great to hear it's working for you.

### 5/5 — Great app for rushers

*2019-12-09*

This is a great tool for keeping me on track - I tend to be overly optimistic when estimating how long things take, and this app has really helped me get it right.

### 5/5 — Less stress

*2019-11-15*

I get so tired of counting backward to when I should start my task. This app is the solution.

### 5/5 — Fantastic lil app!

*2019-04-17*

Little Countdown has become a key part of my planning process. Well worth the investment.

## Frequently asked questions about Ready Time

### What is Little Countdown?

Little Countdown is a day planner and scheduler designed to help users manage their time effectively. It provides alerts for when to leave for appointments and for various tasks, aiming to reduce stress associated with punctuality.

### Does Little Countdown have ads?

No, Little Countdown is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted planning experience.

### What are the premium features of Little Countdown?

Premium features include syncing across multiple devices, Time Lock for fixed task start times, Buffers for extra time between tasks, Duplicate and Repeat options for recurring events, and an Archive to store past Countdowns.

### How does Little Countdown help with travel?

It can integrate with your calendar to provide alerts for upcoming flights. You can then create a Countdown pre-filled with flight details, receiving reminders for packing, calling transportation, and arriving at the airport.

### What devices is Little Countdown available on?

Little Countdown is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Little Countdown updated?

The app was last updated on January 13, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and feature additions.

### What is the pricing for Little Countdown?

The base app is free. Premium features are available through a subscription plan, with a 7-day free trial for the 'Countdown: Premium' tier at $19.99 per year.

### What is the age rating for Little Countdown?

Little Countdown has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6 — 2026-08-25

Start a plan from one of 46 ready-made routines.

### 3.5 — 2026-08-10

Fixed an issue where Premium wasn't always recognized at launch.

### 3.4 — 2026-07-09

・Plan from Calendar: create a plan from an upcoming calendar event.
・Step rows now show durations in plain language, like "5min" instead of "00:05".
・Fixed an issue where tapping a notification wouldn't open the plan.

### 3.3 — 2026-05-21

Add a destination to any step to see travel time by driving, cycling, or walking.

### 3.2 — 2026-04-28

・Shared plans: share with friends and family; they get the same reminders, so you're all ready together
・Daily repeating plans
・Start a new plan from a template

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All apps by Nerd Tower: https://appshunter.io/developer/322079095

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