Comparison

1Timer vs VocalClock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

1Timer

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
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1Timer offers timers that announces time remaining in voice. The content and timing of voice reminders are extremely customizable. USEFUL You will be pleasantly surprised by how useful the app is in many scenarios. Here is an incomplete list of possible use cases. • Workout -- we have you covered whether it simple workout or complex workout routines. • Habits -- shape up some time-bounded habits. • Kids -- give your kids a disciplinary countdown. • Be on time -- get reminders before it's too late. • Routines -- perform daily time-bound routines. • Exams/tests -- be informed before the time's up. • And many more... CUSTOMIZABLE • You can have a per-second voice countdown for the last 15 seconds. • You can have a timer that reminds you every 5 seconds for the last minute, and every minute otherwise. • The combinations of configurations are countless. • You can choose the reminder language from 30+ languages. • You can choose the reminder speed. • You can even choose from different voices. • You can also customize what the timer reminders are. • You can set up advanced timers, each with different configurations. • You can even chain timers together to build a powerful reminder system that you can find nowhere else. THOUGHTFUL • The app provides single-tap access to timers, without any setup. • The app is very small, so it doesn't waste your precious storage space. • The app is super fast, so it's available the second you need it. • The app provides a widget for even easier access. • The app fully works even if the screen is locked. • The app fully support VoiceOver. POPULAR Just read the reviews to see how much our users love the app!

About

VocalClock

This app announces the time aloud at custom intervals, even when your screen is locked. It helps you stay focused by providing passive time awareness without interrupting your current task or app.

Highlights
  • Announces time at custom intervals
  • Runs in the background with screen locked
  • Adjustable announcement frequency
  • Customizable phrases before time announcement
  • Smart scheduling for specific days/times
  • Natural-sounding Siri voices
Features
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Stop checking your phone just to see the time. VocalClock announces the time aloud at any interval you choose, and keeps working even when your screen is locked. Stay focused, stay present, and let time come to you. STAY IN FLOW Lock your phone. Play music. Switch apps. VocalClock runs in the background and speaks the time without interrupting what you're doing. No more breaking concentration just to glance at the clock. ANY INTERVAL YOU NEED Set announcements from seconds to hours: • Every 30 seconds for precision timing • Every 5 minutes during workouts • Every hour while working • Any custom interval that fits your routine SPEAK IT YOUR WAY • Add a custom phrase before the time • Hear just the time if you prefer • Enable seconds for exact precision • Choose from natural-sounding Siri voices SMART SCHEDULING You don’t need announcements all day. VocalClock speaks only when you want it to: • Choose specific days of the week • Set active start and end times • Delay the start for future sessions DESIGNED FOR • Workouts and interval training • Cooking and task timing • Deep work and productivity • Meditation and mindfulness • Presentations and speaking practice • Anyone who wants passive awareness of time Simple. Reliable. Built to just work. Questions? Email us at: vocalclock.app@gmail.com

Screenshots

1Timer4 screens
VocalClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VocalClock at none against 1Timer's 5. VocalClock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). 1Timer's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 1Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. VocalClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VocalClock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1Timer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of 1Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of VocalClock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, VocalClock every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
1Timer versus VocalClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1TimerVocalClock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDiffuse Thinking LLCKhuyen Duong

Customer experience

1Timer

All ratings1,196 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews234 reviews
Positive81.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative12.0%

VocalClock

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

1Timer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

7 requests
  • Delayed start option
  • Ability to record custom voice messages
  • More alarm sound options
  • Apple Watch app
  • Ability to organize timers into folders
Show 2 more
  • Live Activities support
  • Customizable Dynamic Island display

VocalClock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

1Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro Annual1 Month trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99
  • Pro Lifetime$39.99
None

VocalClock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1Timer free?
1Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VocalClock free?
VocalClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 1Timer or VocalClock?
VocalClock is rated higher. 1Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while VocalClock averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do 1Timer or VocalClock have ads?
1Timer shows ads; VocalClock does not.
Which is updated more often, 1Timer or VocalClock?
1Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, and VocalClock every 10 days. Most recently, 1Timer was updated on October 18, 2026 and VocalClock on October 1, 2026.

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