# Simple Sailing Countdown Timer — Off to a perfect start.

> Audible countdown timer for sports race starts with customizable intervals. (iPhone/iPad app by DAVID ANTHONY KING.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-sailing-countdown-timer/id6754695597 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DAVID ANTHONY KING](https://appshunter.io/developer/1849664871)
- Category: Sports, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-11-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-sailing-countdown-timer/id6754695597/reviews.md

## What is Simple Sailing Countdown Timer?

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Simple Sailing Countdown Timer helps race organisers and individual sailors start every race perfectly by counting down the time out loud. Also suitable for any other sport or occasion when an accurate countdown to the start is required.

Set your preferred start sequence with one tap, choose from common countdown intervals, and get clear visual and audible cues right through to the final horn.

Designed with simplicity and precision in mind, this timer is easy to read even in bright sunlight and offers the reliability needed on the water.

Whether you are an organiser or an individual racing remote controlled yachts, dinghies or yachts, Simple Sailing Countdown Timer ensures that you can organise a race or hit the start line perfectly at the beginning of every race.

Features
* Quick-set race start intervals (10:00, 5:00, 3:00, 2:00, 1:00)
* Large, high-contrast display
* Spoken prompts every minute and then every 10 seconds during the final minute
* Audible tick for every second in final minute
* Spoken countdown for final 10 seconds
* Audible air-horn sound at zero seconds
* Adjustable horn volume
* Clean, distraction-free interface

Simple. Accurate. Audible. Gets you off to a perfect start.

PLEASE NOTE: Sound on Apple Watch requires either a paired Bluetooth speaker/headphones, or an Apple Watch model that supports media playback through the built-in speaker. Apple Watch SE models may require Bluetooth audio.

## Key features

- Quick-set race start intervals
- Large, high-contrast display
- Spoken prompts and audible tick
- Audible air-horn sound at zero
- Adjustable horn volume
- Clean, distraction-free interface

## Chart rankings

- #192 in Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-sailing-countdown-timer/id6754695597/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect for racing!

*2026-05-24*

I love the update! Voice choices and Bluetooth works perfectly.

### 5/5 — Great value for money

*2026-05-13*

Simple to use; works well on my phone and with Bluetooth; perfect for starting races for dinghies or model yachts (or anything else that needs a measured countdown)

### 5/5 — Simply super

*2026-05-13*

Very straightforward and easy to use, this app achieves exactly what it sets out to do. Many thanks!

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2026-04-07*

I’ve had the 5 minute sailing countdown running on my watch now for over half an hour and I still haven’t reached the point to start the race! 
A waste of £1.50 🤣

**Developer response:** I'm really sorry that you have been having these problems with my app. I have just submitted these updates for review with Apple: 
"Version 3.0 includes:
• Fully improved Bluetooth audio reliability;
• Fixes to the new Apple Watch companion app for quick starts and final call-outs." 

"Version 3.1 includes:
1. Countdown audio continues through a paired Bluetooth speaker or headphones while the Watch countdown is running.
2. Note at the end of the "description" to clarify expectations with regard to use of this app through an Apple Watch."

I very much hope that this update will sort the issues you have been having. Just go to the App Store and reload the new version when it appears. This will be version 3.1 or higher. Please let me know if you are having any further problems and I will do my best to resolve them for you. Again, please accept my apologies.

### 1/5 — App stops all the time

*2026-03-13*

App is not working. It will stop and you have to restart. Don’t waste your time.

**Developer response:** I'm really sorry that you have been having these problems with my app. I have just submitted these updates for review with Apple: 
"Version 3.0 includes:
• Fully improved Bluetooth audio reliability;
• Fixes to the new Apple Watch companion app for quick starts and final call-outs." 

"Version 3.1 includes:
1. Countdown audio continues through a paired Bluetooth speaker or headphones while the Watch countdown is running.
2. Note at the end of the "description" to clarify expectations with regard to use of this app through an Apple Watch."

I very much hope that this update will sort the issues you have been having. Just go to the App Store and reload the new version when it appears. This will be version 3.1 or higher. Please let me know if you are having any further problems and I will do my best to resolve them for you. Again, please accept my apologies.

## Frequently asked questions about Simple Sailing Countdown Timer

### Does Simple Sailing Countdown Timer have ads?

No, Simple Sailing Countdown Timer is completely ad-free, as stated in its description. This ensures a distraction-free experience for users during critical race start moments.

### What is the price of Simple Sailing Countdown Timer?

Simple Sailing Countdown Timer is a paid application, priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features without any recurring fees or in-app purchases.

### What devices does Simple Sailing Countdown Timer support?

Simple Sailing Countdown Timer is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. This broad compatibility allows users to utilize the timer across their preferred Apple devices.

### How often is Simple Sailing Countdown Timer updated?

The app was last updated on May 14, 2026, indicating recent development and support. Users can expect ongoing maintenance and potential feature enhancements based on this update frequency.

### What are the common race start intervals available?

Simple Sailing Countdown Timer offers quick-set race start intervals including 10:00, 5:00, 3:00, 2:00, and 1:00. These common intervals cater to various race formats and organizational needs.

### What is the age rating for Simple Sailing Countdown Timer?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests that the content and functionality are appropriate for children and adults alike.

### How does the audible feature work on Apple Watch?

Sound on Apple Watch requires a paired Bluetooth speaker/headphones or an Apple Watch model supporting media playback through its built-in speaker. Some models, like Apple Watch SE, may specifically require Bluetooth audio for sound output.

### What user feedback is available for Simple Sailing Countdown Timer?

Currently, there is one rating available, which is 1.0 stars from 1 rating. This limited feedback suggests potential areas for improvement or a niche user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.11 — 2026-05-21

New in version 4.11:
- New voices
- Choice of male or female voice for callouts during countdown
- New screenshots to show updated appearance

### 3.24 — 2026-05-14

CORRECTED ISSUES FROM VERSIONS 2 AND PRIOR 
Plus:
1. An audible "tick" for the last two minutes of countdown (not just the last one minute).
2. 10 second callouts right the way through the countdown from 10 minutes.
3. Countdown audio continues through a paired Bluetooth speaker or headphones while the Watch countdown is running.
4. Note at the end of the "description" to clarify expectations with regard to use of this app through an Apple Watch.

### 3.1 — 2026-05-12

1. Countdown audio continues through a paired Bluetooth speaker or headphones while the Watch countdown is running.
2. Note at the end of the "description" to clarify expectations with regard to use of this app through an Apple Watch.

### 3.0 — 2026-05-11

Version 3.0 includes (further to customer feedback):
• Fully improved Bluetooth audio reliability
• Fixes to the new Apple Watch companion app for quick starts and final call-outs

### 2.0 — 2026-01-15

Version 2.0 includes:

• Improved Bluetooth audio reliability
• New spoken countdown voice
• New Apple Watch companion app for quick starts and final call-outs

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