# Timer Plus vs Amelia Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Amelia Timer at none against Timer Plus's 4. Amelia Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). Timer Plus's advantage is ratings volume (60K vs 60) and review sentiment (94% vs 81%). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Amelia Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Timer Plus against 4.7 for Amelia Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 60K ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 81% of Amelia Timer's.

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, Amelia Timer daily. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | Amelia Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** | [4.7 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amelia-timer/id1438196267/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **60K** | 60 |
| Positive reviews | **93.9% of reviews** | 80.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 27 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [Sean Linehan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438196266) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

**Highlights:** Customizable rounds and cycles, Interval stopwatch, Background timer operation, Informative screen flash, Save and history of timers, Voice guidance, Apple Watch app

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


### Amelia Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amelia-timer/id1438196267)

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various activities. Easily configure your work and rest periods, and the number of repetitions needed. It's designed for simplicity, offering essential timer functions without unnecessary complexity.

**Highlights:** Customizable action and break lengths, Adjustable number of sets, Notifications when app is closed, Audible cues for set/break starts, Countdown ticks, Remembers last used settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

Timer Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Amelia Timer free?

Amelia Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timer Plus or Amelia Timer?

Timer Plus is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while Amelia Timer averages 4.7 from 60 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or Amelia Timer have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; Amelia Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Plus or Amelia Timer?

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and Amelia Timer daily. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on September 30, 2026 and Amelia Timer on June 8, 2026.

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