# Widget Timer - Simple Kitchen Timer for Notification Center

> iOS Notification Center timer for quick kitchen and general timing tasks. (iPhone/iPad app by Keaton.com.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-timer-simple-kitchen-timer-for-notification-center/id926646499 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Keaton.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/464191934)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-12-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-timer-simple-kitchen-timer-for-notification-center/id926646499/reviews.md

## What is Widget Timer?

Widget Timer is a simple timer that is supported for the iOS 9 Notification Center.
You can just pick up and start the timer without launching the app. It's suitable as a kitchen timer!

* There are conditions in using the widget. Please confirm the following requirements carefully before purchase.


[ MAIN FEATURES ]

- Switching to compact view mode saves space in the Notification Center.

- Use just 4 buttons to set the time incredibly fast (just like setting the cook time for a microwave). Available timer range: 10 seconds to 23 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds.

- You can choose an alarm sound from more than 30 kinds of sound.

- You can either use the widget by itself or combine it with the app version that appears larger and easier to see. The timer status of the widget and app are linked, so use them depending on your individual needs.

- A notification message will be sent and makes a sound at the end of the timer, so you can close the widget or app once you start the timer.


[ REQUIREMENTS ]

- This app requires iOS 9.0 or later.

- In order to send a notification from the widget, iCloud account settings and a network connection (Wi-Fi or mobile connection) are required. And it's necessary to turn off "Low Power Mode".

- When using the app by itself, no Internet connection is needed.

- When "Silent Mode" and/or "Do Not Disturb" are on, the alarm sound will NOT ring by the restrictions of iOS, so please be careful.


For more information, please check our official support page.

## Key features

- Notification Center widget
- Compact view mode
- Fast 4-button time setting
- 30+ alarm sounds
- Linked widget and app status
- Notification alerts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-timer-simple-kitchen-timer-for-notification-center/id926646499/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No stopwatch and the timer notification is spotty

*2017-08-14, version 1.3.1*

Don't pay

### 1/5 — Doesn't Do As Promised

*2017-01-19, version 1.3.1*

What an absurd concept to add a widget capability but not allow alarm to play when screen is locked.  I couldn't believe it...ridiculous

### 2/5 — Does only partially what it says it does.

*2016-10-10, version 1.3.1*

The app works fine when you open it and leave it opened, but fails pretty badly at being a set and forget type of app. The notifications don't work a majority of the time which means the only way for an alarm to work reliably is if you leave the app open and don't do anything else with your phone. Will increase rating if they fix the notifications (not sure if it's an ios10 bug or just an issue with the app itself, but either way that's half of the functionality of this app that doesn't work.)

### 5/5 — Works great very nice design

*2016-09-21, version 1.3.1*

and perfect for my iPad I mounted in my kitchen. Maybe I am not fully understanding the whole app but it would be nice if when you press play with 00:00 it turns into a stop watch and counts up. When I cook sometimes there's a lot of things where it's nice to just see how long it's been

### 5/5 — Perfect UI but bad notification

*2016-01-25, version 1.0.4*

I really love your app and design and It's simpleness. But I love your app just for widget, otherwise three exist millions of similar apps. and in widget you lack good notification. I need to be connected to internet. why? Isn't it possibe to use local notification instead of serverside/pushNotification ? please. I really need your update. Thanks for your app by the way. just a little step to be perfect.

### 5/5 — Great

*2016-01-16, version 1.0.4*

It works great, i found the one star reviews weren't accurate. I only would like the design be thinner.

### 4/5 — Very useful for me.

*2015-12-30, version 1.0.4*

Simple and easy to use. I really like this app.

### 1/5 — Convenient, but not loud, persistent and annoying enough

*2015-08-25, version 1.0.4*

Use the Today screen is what drew me to this app.

However, the alarm is not loud and annoying enough. If I don't hear the notification, I'll miss it.

The app doesn't try to get my attention again, like iOS' timer does.

### 1/5 — Does not alert you

*2015-06-18, version 1.0.4*

The alarm only seems to work when the phone is unlocked. I deleted this app.

### 5/5 — Extremely Useful!

*2015-05-27, version 1.0.4*

I use this all the time. I love it because it's always there when I need it and it's simple interface is easy to use.

## Frequently asked questions about Widget Timer

### What is Widget Timer?

Widget Timer is a utility app for iOS that provides a timer accessible directly from the Notification Center. It allows users to set and manage timers without needing to open the main application.

### How much does Widget Timer cost?

Widget Timer is a paid application, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.

### What devices does Widget Timer support?

Widget Timer is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It requires iOS 9.0 or later to function.

### Does Widget Timer have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Widget Timer contains advertisements. It is listed as a paid app, which often implies an ad-free experience.

### How often is Widget Timer updated?

Widget Timer was last updated on June 6, 2016, to version 1.3.1. The initial release date was December 12, 2014.

### What is the age rating for Widget Timer?

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

### Can I use Widget Timer offline?

When using the app version of Widget Timer by itself, no internet connection is needed. However, sending notifications from the widget requires an iCloud account and a network connection.

### What is the user rating for Widget Timer?

Widget Timer has an average rating of 3.0 stars, based on 6 user ratings.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.3.1 — 2016-06-06

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

Ver.1.3.1
• Minor bug fixes and small improvements
* Due to technical reasons, this update requires iOS 9 or later.

Ver.1.2.1
• Support for iOS 9
• Added "Choose Alarm Sound" button on the setting menu.
You can choose an alarm sound from more than 30 kinds of sound!

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