# Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool — Visual Timer & Social Story

> Visual and audio timer tool with social story for teaching waiting behavior. (iPhone/iPad app by Touch Autism.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wait-timer-visual-timer-tool/id552189725 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Touch Autism](https://appshunter.io/developer/395610433)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 1.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wait-timer-visual-timer-tool/id552189725/reviews.md

## What is Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool?

Wait Timer is a visual and audio tool to help teach good waiting behavior. The app includes a social story about waiting, and an audio/visual timer that can be set to different times. 

Features: 

- Great color-coded visual timer that shows the time ticking away. 
- Settings to easily change the “wait” time. 
- Social story that talks about waiting and waiting strategies. 
- Wait time is the time of the whole clock (full circle), so users can always clearly see time remaining. 
- Helps students with transitions between tasks.
- Timer does not re-set if device “goes to sleep.”
- Set the timer to as little as one second to gradually introduce waiting!
- No minimum or maximum times, the Wait Timer can time as little or as much time as you want. 
- App runs in the background and notifies you when time has elapsed, phone calls will not re-set your timer!
- Start the timer with just one click so students and children can use it independently.

The app opens up to a screen with a large timer on it and a “start” button.” Once the button is tapped the timer will start counting down the last time set in the “settings.” As the hand on the timer clock moves the clock face will go from colored to white, letting the waiter see how much time is remaining.

The app also includes a social story about waiting and the Wait Timer. The social story talks about frustration that may happen with waiting, and how to wait for something you want. 

The settings and instructions screen allows you to choose the amount of time the timer is set for, and includes instructions for the parent or caregiver on how to introduce the Wait Timer.

## Key features

- Color-coded visual timer
- Customizable wait times
- Social story about waiting
- Clear visual representation of remaining time
- Aids in task transitions
- Runs in background
- One-click start

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wait-timer-visual-timer-tool/id552189725/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2019-01-05*

Not worth the $3.00. Can’t pause the timer either. When you try to change the amount of time it freezes every time and have to completely close out of the app and clear it from your home screen.

### 1/5 — Wish I had read the reviews.

*2017-05-15*

This app doesn't run in the background, and it's really just a simple story that never changes and a simple timer.  I usually use the stopwatch or an alarm on my phone, but thought this would be more interesting. It's not.

### 1/5 — Do not buy

*2017-01-16*

I specifically purchased this app because it said it would continue to run in the background. This is not the case, it resets. Waste of time and money. Do not buy.

### 1/5 — Very disappointed

*2015-04-03*

I naively assumed that the waiting part would happen between pages of the story, thinking that would be an incentive to wait patiently. Instead, you just tap the screen to proceed through the book and the only time the child waits is when they intentionally tap the button to start the timer. That's extremely easy to avoid and offers no reward for waiting (and in the real world, that's not how it works). I'm not sure how my son is supposed to learn to wait patiently using this app if all it amounts to is a timer, which I have on my phone, and a social story that I could have made up without much effort. I'm very disappointed in this app.

### 4/5 — Timer and Story

*2014-05-03*

This is a simple timer to use - it would be nice if there was a way to see what the timer is set for without going into settings (small number in one corner with the digital time).
I like that I can have the story read to me.

### 4/5 — I just wish it would also have an optional timer sound

*2014-04-30*

Looks very simple but good - I will try it out on my very impatient son today … my only wish is that this app would be updated to add a timer sound(s) … otherwise I can see my son staring at the timer waiting for the time to be up rather rather focusing on the task at hand.

### 5/5 — I am glad I found this app

*2014-04-11*

The app will teach my little niece how to be patient. It clearly explains why it's so important. The problem with the kids is that they learn and forget in order to do things that are fun. This app will be good reminder to stay patient all the time.

### 5/5 — by Nick Beezy

*2014-04-10*

Great app really helped me out a lot and i will continue to use it often! Great job!

### 5/5 — For my brother

*2014-04-10*

I downloaded this app to help with developing my little brothers patience. He spends a lot of time on electronic devices so I figured he might as well use it to develop his own traits. I thought I would have to force him into it, but he seems to genuinely enjoy it. It is definitely worth the download for children to develop patience while having fun.

### 5/5 — This works GREAT!!

*2014-04-10*

This app has significantly helped my son(who has ADHD) learn patience. I tried quite a bit to teach him, but nothing seemed to work. Since downloading this app I have found him sticking with things for longer than before. I definitely suggest getting this app for any child having trouble learning to wait.

## Frequently asked questions about Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool

### What is the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool?

The Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool is a paid utility app designed to help teach children good waiting behavior. It features a visual and audio timer along with a social story to explain waiting strategies.

### How much does the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool cost?

The Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool is a paid app, available for $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or ads mentioned.

### What devices support the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool?

The Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS.

### What is the age rating for the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool?

The Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for children aged four and older.

### How often is the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool updated?

The Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool was last updated on November 1, 2017. The current version is 3.3.0.

### Can the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool be used for very short waiting periods?

Yes, the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool can be set to as little as one second, allowing for gradual introduction to waiting. There are no minimum or maximum time limits.

### Does the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool work offline?

The description indicates the app runs in the background and its timer does not reset if the device goes to sleep or receives phone calls, suggesting it is designed for reliable operation, likely including offline use.

### What do users think of the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool?

Based on the provided data, the Wait Timer Visual Timer Tool has a rating of 1.0 stars from 4 ratings. This indicates a very low user satisfaction score.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.0 — 2017-11-01

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

Updated to work with the latest version of iOS
Fixed bug where timer would stop running when the app was closed

### 3.2 — 2014-09-30

Updated for iOS 8 and fixed issue some users had with volume controls.

### 3.0 — 2013-10-11

- Fixed bugs on iOS 7.
- New look.
- New volume feature.

### 2.3 — 2012-11-12

Fixed issue of images not showing on older iPod Touches running the latest OS.

### 2.2 — 2012-10-26

Updated to fit the iPhone 5 screen.

Please email us with any comments or suggestions at info@touchautism.com.  We personally respond to every email.

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