Comparison

ComboTimer vs Countdown Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ComboTimer

Create custom sequences of timers for various activities, from workouts to work sessions. Arrange timers in a row, set repeats, insert pauses, and choose from multiple sounds. Save and load your timer configurations for easy reuse.

Highlights
  • Sequential timer arrangement
  • Repeatable timers
  • Customizable pauses
  • Multiple sound options
  • Save and load timer configurations
  • Pomodoro Technique support
Features
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ComboTimer is a timer application which is versatile and simple to use. "I want to play a sound every hour." "Push-ups for 30 seconds then sit-ups for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times and finish." "First, fry on high flame for 2 min. Second, a low flame for 15 min. Then pause the timer and season. Finally, fry on medium flame for 5 min." "Concentrate on a task for 25min. Then, take a 5min break. Repeat this series 4 times. Upon completion, treat yourself to a long 30min break. Now you're ready to continue. (Pomodoro Technique)" As shown in these examples, you are able to create a series of timers under one heading. The following timers "Step Timer", "Program Timer", "Interval Timer", "Multi Timer" or "Scenario Timer". You may find it hard to picture, but once you get the hang of ComboTimer, it will be a breeze. - You can arrange some timers in a row and run them sequentially. - There are more than 10 sounds to choose from. - You can set timers on repeat. - You're able to insert pauses as you like. - You have the option to play a sound every second (or the final 3 seconds). - You can save the timers you made and load and run them at anytime. Of course ComboTimer can also be used like a standard timer. For work, for study, for sports and for hobbies. ComboTimer is useful for everyone because it's simple and easy to use.

About

Countdown Timer

This app provides a clean, distraction-free way to track time with a calm, sensory-friendly interface. It's ideal for workouts, studying, or any task requiring focus, offering an optional pre-start countdown and large, easy-to-read display.

Highlights
  • Distraction-free time tracking
  • Sensory-friendly, low-stim design
  • Optional pre-start countdown
  • Large, easy-to-read display
  • Subtle sounds and haptics
  • Fast and intuitive use
Features
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Clean, Fast, Sensory-Friendly Timer This app gives you a clear, distraction-free way to track time. Set an optional countdown before the timer begins, stay focused with a calm interface, and use it for anything—workouts, kettlebells, HIIT, stretching, studying, or low-stim focus sessions. Nothing extra. Nothing confusing. Just a reliable timer that works instantly. Why people love it • Minimal, clutter-free design • Sensory-friendly (low-stim, gentle UI) • Optional pre-start countdown • Large, easy-to-read display • Optional subtle sounds + haptics • Fast and intuitive to use Great for • Kettlebell workouts • HIIT & circuit training • Yoga, stretching & breathwork • Studying and focus time • Low-stim environments • Cooking, chores, daily tasks A simple timer that helps you stay on track—without the noise.

Screenshots

ComboTimer2 screens
Countdown Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

ComboTimer and Countdown Timer both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Countdown Timer's written reviews are positive against 85% of ComboTimer's. ComboTimer's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ComboTimer against 5.0 for Countdown Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of ComboTimer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Countdown Timer's.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ComboTimer versus Countdown Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComboTimerCountdown Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeriroribit Inc.Bret Lester

Customer experience

ComboTimer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%

Countdown Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

ComboTimer

No in-app purchases

None

Countdown Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ComboTimer free?
ComboTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Countdown Timer free?
Countdown Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ComboTimer or Countdown Timer?
ComboTimer and Countdown Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do ComboTimer or Countdown Timer have ads?
Neither ComboTimer nor Countdown Timer shows ads.

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