# Time Manage vs Visual Countdown Timer Liquid

The clearest difference is rating: Time Manage at 5.0 against Visual Countdown Timer Liquid's 4.6. Time Manage also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). Visual Countdown Timer Liquid's advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 56%) and ratings volume (691 vs 2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Time Manage sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Visual Countdown Timer Liquid sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Time Manage holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Countdown Timer Liquid has 691 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Time Manage's written reviews are positive against 84% of Visual Countdown Timer Liquid's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Time Manage ships an update every 4 days, Visual Countdown Timer Liquid fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Time Manage | Visual Countdown Timer Liquid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-manage-count-up-timer/id1011217141/reviews)** | [4.6 (691 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-countdown-timer-liquid/id1271515042/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **691** |
| Positive reviews | 56.3% of reviews | **84.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hajime Nakamura](https://appshunter.io/developer/1011217140) | [Oguz Kaytanci](https://appshunter.io/developer/654616179) |

## What reviewers say

### Time Manage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-manage-count-up-timer/id1011217141)

A minimalist time tracking application that allows users to start and stop timers with just two taps. It offers a simple interface for monitoring time spent on various activities, with historical data and customizable themes. Designed for focus and efficiency.

**Highlights:** Two-tap start/stop functionality, Minimalist interface, View time totals at a glance, Daily/weekly history review, Customizable themes, Private and distraction-free

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $6.99 | one-time |


### Visual Countdown Timer Liquid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-countdown-timer-liquid/id1271515042)

This app offers a visually engaging countdown timer with customizable options. It helps users stay focused for tasks like studying or cooking, and can also be used as an educational tool for children to learn about time management. Features include interval and serial countdowns, soft alarms, and Siri integration.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timer, Customizable colors and fonts, Interval and serial countdowns, Soft alarms, Siri and Shortcuts integration, Split view support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Timer – Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Timer – Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Timer – Annual | $8.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Countdown Timer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Visual Timer | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Visually appealing timer
- 🧠 Helpful for ADHD and neurodivergent users
- 👨‍🏫 Great for classrooms and work settings
- 🧒 Engaging for kids and toddlers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Lack of sound or customizable alarms
- 🕰️ Limited timer duration (only up to 1 hour)
- 💰 Expensive premium version
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🤖 Buggy behavior and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Timer animation not syncing with actual time
- Inability to restore purchases on new devices
- Consent management pop-ups causing disruption

**Requested features**

- Ability to set custom timer durations over 1 hour
- Option to customize alarm sounds and visuals
- Integration with productivity apps and Shortcuts
- Dark mode and color customization options
- Sync across devices and restore purchases


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Time Manage free?

Time Manage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Visual Countdown Timer Liquid free?

Visual Countdown Timer Liquid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Time Manage or Visual Countdown Timer Liquid?

Time Manage is rated higher. Time Manage averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Visual Countdown Timer Liquid averages 4.6 from 691 ratings.

### Do Time Manage or Visual Countdown Timer Liquid have ads?

Both Time Manage and Visual Countdown Timer Liquid show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Time Manage or Visual Countdown Timer Liquid?

Time Manage ships an update every 4 days, and Visual Countdown Timer Liquid fortnightly. Most recently, Time Manage was updated on August 25, 2026 and Visual Countdown Timer Liquid on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*