# Center Meditation Timer vs Mark

The clearest difference is monetization model: Center Meditation Timer at free with in-app purchases against Mark's subscription. Center Meditation Timer also leads on device support (6 vs 1). Mark's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 71%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Center Meditation Timer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Mark sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Center Meditation Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, Mark every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Center Meditation Timer | Mark |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (782 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/center-meditation-timer/id1332483673/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **782** | — |
| Positive reviews | 70.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 43 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tanner Christensen](https://appshunter.io/developer/421646590) | [Flowcraft](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797198864) |

## What reviewers say

### Center Meditation Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/center-meditation-timer/id1332483673)

A silent meditation timer designed for serious practitioners. It offers a minimalist interface with customizable session lengths, intervals, and sounds. Track your progress without pressure or gamification.

**Highlights:** Silent timer with optional bells, Customizable session lengths and intervals, Minimalist interface with themes, Daily reminders and widgets, Apple Watch support, iCloud sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate $1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Donate $2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Donate $3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donate $4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Donate $5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate $18 | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and efficient
- 👍 Minimalist and focused design
- 🌟 Elegant and calming UI
- 💰 Free with no ads or subscriptions
- 🔒 No data collection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with interval sounds and end chime
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔇 Doesn't work in silent mode
- ⏱️ Timer stops when screen locks
- 🕰️ No option for open-ended meditation

**Reported bugs**

- Interval sounds not playing consistently
- Timer stopping when screen locks or goes to sleep
- Sync issues between iPhone and Apple Watch app
- Inability to change screen sleep settings

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Watch complications and background tracking
- Allow manual entry of meditation sessions
- Extend bell/chime duration for better resonance
- Add option to play background nature sounds


### Mark

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mark-intention-journal/id6797198862)

This app helps you track your daily actions against your stated goals. It uses AI to analyze your logs and provide feedback on whether your activities are moving you forward. Includes weekly reflections and a focus on intentional living without distractions.

**Highlights:** Set 3-7 daily directions, Log quick 'marks' throughout the day, AI analysis of marks for progress feedback, Weekly reflection summaries, No points, badges, or social features, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Center Meditation Timer free?

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

### Is Mark free?

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

### Do Center Meditation Timer or Mark have ads?

Neither Center Meditation Timer nor Mark shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Center Meditation Timer or Mark?

Center Meditation Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Mark every 3 weeks. Most recently, Center Meditation Timer was updated on October 29, 2026 and Mark on October 7, 2026.

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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.*