# SpeakTimer vs subX Timer

The clearest difference is rating: subX Timer at 5.0 against SpeakTimer's 4.4. subX Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). SpeakTimer's advantage is ratings volume (218 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.3 vs 16.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpeakTimer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. subX Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

subX Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SpeakTimer has 218 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpeakTimer | subX Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaktimer-voice-alert-timer/id1331136866/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subx-timer/id6479374382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.3** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dynamic Apps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331136865) | [Jesse Rubio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153859276) |

## What reviewers say

### SpeakTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaktimer-voice-alert-timer/id1331136866)

This app provides customizable voice alerts for countdowns and stopwatches. Set specific spoken messages at chosen intervals or when timers end, even when the app is in the background. It's designed for easy use in various daily activities.

**Highlights:** Customizable voice alerts, Speech at chosen intervals, Background voice alerts, Multiple timers simultaneously, Speaking stopwatches, Quick and Custom timer types

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $49.99 | per year |


### subX Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subx-timer/id6479374382)

This app provides a modern and intuitive timer for speedcubing enthusiasts. It allows users to log and track solves, view results and averages, and share best times with friends. Customize your experience with different cube types, sessions, and haptic feedback options.

**Highlights:** Log and track solves, View results and averages, Share best solves with scrambles, Select cube type for scrambles, Create multiple sessions, Pre-inspection countdown, Haptic and confetti feedback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpeakTimer free?

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

### Is subX Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SpeakTimer or subX Timer?

subX Timer is rated higher. SpeakTimer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while subX Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SpeakTimer or subX Timer have ads?

SpeakTimer shows ads; subX Timer does not.

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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.*