Comparison

Timer Holic vs Appliance Timer

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

Head to head
About

Timer Holic

This utility app allows for quick and easy timer setup, focusing on speed and simplicity over extensive features. It supports multiple simultaneous timers and precise second-by-second time setting.

Highlights
  • Quick timer setup
  • Customizable alert messages
  • Up to 10 simultaneous timers
  • Set time by the second
  • Stopwatch functionality
Features
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"I do not need anything else but I want to set the time fast ..." Timer Holic is aiming for a different goal than many of the timer apps out there. We focused on things that were quick and easy to set up, rather than rich features. No matter what time you set, it can take a few seconds. Other features - Customizable alert message - Use up to 10 timers at the same time - Set time by second - Stopwatch (set time to 1 second) "Leave the small timing to Timer Holic and you pay attention to more important things."

About

Appliance Timer

Features
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ReadyBy helps you make appliances finish when you actually want them to. Choose an appliance, pick its program length, and set the time you want it ready. ReadyBy calculates the delay setting for your dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, pressure cooker, rice cooker, EV charger, or other timed appliance. No more counting hours backward. No more wondering whether to set Delay Start, Delay End, Start At, or Finish At. ReadyBy gives you a clear instruction you can use on the appliance in front of you. Use ReadyBy to: - Plan dishwasher, laundry, dryer, cooking, and charging cycles - Calculate delay timers from your desired finish time - Save appliance programs you use often - Get reminders before a cycle starts or finishes - Avoid noisy overnight finishes with quiet hours - Keep timer history for repeated routines ReadyBy is local-first and simple by design. There is no account required, no smart-home setup, and no complicated automation. It is built for the everyday appliance timers already in your home. Supported across brands and formats, including Bosch, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, GE, Maytag, Electrolux, Miele, KitchenAid, Kenmore, Frigidaire, Haier, Fisher & Paykel, Smeg, Tefal, Cuisinart, Ninja, Breville, Thermador, Anova, Instant Pot, and V-ZUG-compatible workflows. ReadyBy Plus unlocks unlimited saved devices, unlimited active timers, saved routines, full history, and estimated cheaper-time planning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Timer Holic3 screens
Appliance Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Appliance Timer at every 4 days against Timer Holic's every 2 months. Timer Holic's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Timer Holic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Appliance Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer Holic ships an update every 2 months, Appliance Timer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Timer Holic versus Appliance Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer HolicAppliance Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeong-min YiBhagya Silva

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Timer Holic

One-time1
  • Upgrade To Full Version$0.99
3 purchases

Appliance Timer

Subscriptions3
  • ReadyBy Plus Weekly$0.997 Days
  • ReadyBy Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
  • ReadyBy Plus Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Timer Holic free?
Timer Holic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Appliance Timer free?
Appliance Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Timer Holic or Appliance Timer have ads?
Neither Timer Holic nor Appliance Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timer Holic or Appliance Timer?
Timer Holic ships an update every 2 months, and Appliance Timer every 4 days. Most recently, Timer Holic was updated on October 24, 2026 and Appliance Timer on October 27, 2026.

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