Simple Gong Timer vs Panda Presence
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple Gong Timer
This application allows users to set custom timers for workouts and rest periods, with a specified number of rounds. It features a gong sound that won't interrupt music playback and can utilize vibration for notifications even when the device is on silent.
- Customizable workout and rest timers
- Set number of rounds
- Gong sound does not interrupt music
- Vibration notifications
- iPhone silent mode compatible
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You can set workout time, rest time and namber of rounds. The sound of gong does not disturb the reproduction of music. You can use vibrator if you set the iPhone to silent mode and turn on the vibrate-switch.
Panda Presence
This app offers science-backed stress relief with micro-meditation videos and mindful reminders. It includes a free, customizable meditation timer and an AI mindfulness coach for guidance. Track your progress and find daily inspiration.
- Customizable meditation timer
- Micro-meditation videos
- AI mindfulness coach
- Mindful reminders
- Presence tracker
- Daily inspiration quotes
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Designed for busy minds, this app delivers fast, science-backed stress relief through calming micro-meditation videos and mindful reminders. Plus, it features a powerful, free meditation timer with customizable chimes and sounds—perfect for solo sessions. Key Features: - Meditation Timer (Free): Custom chimes, background sounds, and interval bell control. - The Panda Technique: Soothing notifications + short videos to reset your focus instantly. - AI Mindfulness Coach (Kota): Get real-time guidance when you’re stuck, stressed, or seeking clarity—Kota offers deep insight and practical tools. - Quotes & Library: Daily inspiration and curated mindfulness content. - Presence Tracker: Watch your mindfulness progress grow. Subscribe today and get 7 days free then just $3.99/month or $29.99/year. Tap. Breathe. Reset. Panda Presence is mindfulness made simple.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Panda Presence at 86% against Simple Gong Timer's 0%. Panda Presence also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 months). Simple Gong Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Panda Presence sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Simple Gong Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Simple Gong Timer ships an update every 9 months, Panda Presence every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.
| Parameter | Simple Gong Timer | Panda Presence |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 85.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 11 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 96 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Satoshi Horiguchi | Panda Presence LLC |
Customer experience
Simple Gong Timer
Panda Presence
In-app purchases
Simple Gong Timer
No in-app purchases
Panda Presence
- Premium Monthly Plan7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Yearly Plan7 Days trial$29.991 Year
Questions
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