# 1Timer vs Yapp Random Reminders

The clearest difference is ads: Yapp Random Reminders at none against 1Timer's shown. Yapp Random Reminders also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 1Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Yapp Random Reminders sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for 1Timer against 4.8 for Yapp Random Reminders. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of 1Timer's written reviews are positive against 74% of Yapp Random Reminders's.

1Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, Yapp Random Reminders every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 1Timer | Yapp Random Reminders |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1timer-voice-timer/id1357874791/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yapp-random-reminders/id1437096658/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.2% of reviews** | 74.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Diffuse Thinking LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692715488) | [Raul Hernandez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437096657) |

## What reviewers say

### 1Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1timer-voice-timer/id1357874791)

This app provides highly customizable voice timers for various activities like workouts, habits, and routines. Set per-second countdowns, interval reminders, and choose from multiple languages and voices for announcements. It offers quick access via widgets and works offline with VoiceOver support.

**Highlights:** Voice countdown announcements, Customizable reminder intervals, Multiple language and voice options, Chaining timers together, Widget for quick access, Works with locked screen, VoiceOver support

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Customizable voice timers
- 👍 Helpful for productivity and focus
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🔒 Lifetime license option
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unstable voice prompts
- 🐛 Ads on premium version
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Lifetime license not transferable to new devices
- 👎 Unintuitive UI in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Ads closing the app
- Voice prompts not working after switching to background
- Timer number disappearing when closing app from background
- White noise/static audio issue

**Requested features**

- Delayed start option
- Ability to record custom voice messages
- More alarm sound options
- Apple Watch app
- Ability to organize timers into folders


### Yapp Random Reminders

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yapp-random-reminders/id1437096658)

This app helps you stay motivated and organized by delivering custom messages and inspirational quotes randomly throughout your day. Manage your to-do items, view reminders on your home screen, and customize delivery times and sounds. Store and organize your reminders with iCloud integration.

**Highlights:** Customizable lock screen reminders, Inspirational quote integration, Unlimited reminder creation, Home screen widgets, Customizable delivery and sounds, iCloud storage and organization

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 🚀 Gentle, random reminders
- 🔒 No data collection
- 💡 Customizable affirmations/quotes
- 👍 Breathing/relaxation feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blank screen/crashes after updates
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🐛 Reminders not randomized properly
- 🐛 Reminders/data lost after updates
- 🔍 Limited number of reminders per day

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen on opening the app
- Reminders not working after iOS updates
- Widget not functioning properly
- Keyboard covers reminder text
- Reminders disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to set different reminder frequencies
- Sync reminders across devices
- More customization options (colors, fonts, etc.)
- Ability to export/backup reminders
- Increase maximum number of reminders per day


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 1Timer free?

1Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Yapp Random Reminders free?

Yapp Random Reminders is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 1Timer or Yapp Random Reminders?

Yapp Random Reminders is rated higher. 1Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Yapp Random Reminders averages 4.8 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do 1Timer or Yapp Random Reminders have ads?

1Timer shows ads; Yapp Random Reminders does not.

### Which is updated more often, 1Timer or Yapp Random Reminders?

1Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, and Yapp Random Reminders every 3 weeks. Most recently, 1Timer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Yapp Random Reminders on October 22, 2026.

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