Comparison

timer. vs Multitimer Countdown

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

Head to head
About

timer.

Manage multiple countdown timers simultaneously with this intuitive app. Set custom names, sounds, and even use your own music for alarms. Access timers easily via widgets, Apple Watch, and Live Activities.

Highlights
  • Multiple simultaneous timers
  • Customizable names and alarm sounds
  • Background timer operation
  • Widget and Apple Watch access
  • Live Activities with Play/Pause
  • Siri Shortcuts support
  • Dark Mode and themes
Features
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timer. is a simple and easy too use countdown timer. You are able to run several timers at the same time. The timers can be paused / resumed by the user and still run in background. Also you are able to define a sound or name. With the timer. widget and Apple Watch app you have quick and easy access to your last created timer. Features: - Several timers at the same time - Save timer - Edit and reorder existing timers - Siri Shortcuts support - Define timer name and alarm sound - Define an unlimited amount of timers - Timers still run in backround - Choose different alarms for notification and In-App - Choose from your favorite music for In-App alarm from your locally stored Apple Music or iTunes Music files - Widget for easy access the last created timer - Filter for running timers - Full access to timers from widget - Apple Watch app to view last created timer - More than 30 different alarm sounds - Choose between 16 modern themes for App and Widget - Dark Mode - Live Activities with Play / Pause - Dynamic Island Support with Play / Pause - Home Screen Widgets with Play / Pause For feedback or feature requests visit us on twitter: https://twitter.com/timer_2018 Please note for devices which run iOS 18 or older: The mute switch should not be active when the app is in background. Finished timers are not notified with an alarm sound. This is a limitation of iOS 18 or older. If the app is running in foreground, the alarm sounds are also played when the mute switch is active.

About

Multitimer Countdown

This app offers a versatile suite of timers, including countdowns, count-ups, Pomodoro, and HIIT, alongside a date counter for important events. Customize appearances and enjoy a clean interface for efficient time management in various aspects of life.

Highlights
  • Countdown and count-up timers
  • Pomodoro and HIIT timers
  • Date counter for events
  • Customizable background, font, and indicator colors
  • Dark and light mode
  • Haptic and sound feedback
Features
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CountKit presents a range of adaptable, reusable timers, including countdown, count-up timers, pomodoro, stopwatch, lap, and HIIT timers, consolidating the functionality of multiple apps into one. The timers' retro-style minimalist design not only evokes a sense of aesthetics but also facilitates seamless time management. Furthermore, CountKit includes a date counter feature, allowing you to effortlessly track important events such as contract renewals and anniversaries by providing a clear indication of the time remaining. Enhance your daily household efficiency with fundamental count-up and countdown timers. Whether you're whipping up your favorite meal in the kitchen, working more productively with a Pomodoro timer, or breaking a sweat during a HIIT session, these timers offer a myriad of options to simplify your day. Think of them as your personal training coach in the gym, a reliable teammate when jogging laps, or a helpful friend during school or work. CUSTOMIZE TO YOUR PREFERENCE Tailor the appearance of timers and date counters to reflect your personal style by customizing the background color, font color, and indicator color. SIMPLE AND NEAT DESIGN Enjoy a clean and sophisticated user interface that is both user-friendly and easy to navigate. FINE-TUNE AND REPEAT Take full command of your timers with the ability to fine-tune settings. Adjust the date and time parameters to precisely determine the duration of each timer. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITIES Discover a diverse array of available features, including: * Dark and light mode options * Haptic feedback upon interaction * Customizable app icons * Timely filtering by category * Categorization by timer type * Convenient sorting by title for your timers * Sound feedback If you're ready to take your timer management to the next level, consider upgrading to the Pro version, which unlocks a host of premium benefits, including the ability to create an unlimited number of timers, ensuring you have all the flexibility you need to optimize your time management. CountKit are using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA)(https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) CountKit does not collect any user personal information. All activity information that you input into the app remains privately stored on your device.

Screenshots

timer.4 screens
Multitimer Countdown4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: timer. at 63% against Multitimer Countdown's 0%. timer. also leads on rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (170 vs 4). Multitimer Countdown's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. timer. sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Multitimer Countdown sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

timer. holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: timer. has 170 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of timer.'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Multitimer Countdown's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

timer. ships an update every 3 months, Multitimer Countdown monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
timer. versus Multitimer Countdown: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametertimer.Multitimer Countdown
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (170 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews63.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings170 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTobias HaussIshtiak Ahmed

Customer experience

timer.

All ratings170 ratings
Positive81.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative14.1%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral12.7%
Negative23.8%

Multitimer Countdown

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

timer.

One-time5
  • Themes for timer.$0.99
  • iTunes Music as In-App Alarm$0.99
  • Edit All Widget Details$0.99
Show 2 more
  • Edit & Reorder Existing Timer$1.99
  • PRO (Bundle) - All Features$6.99
3 purchases

Multitimer Countdown

Subscriptions2
  • CountKit Pro$1.991 Month
  • CountKit Pro7 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • CountKit Pro Lifetime$11.99

Questions

Is timer. free?
timer. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Multitimer Countdown free?
Multitimer Countdown is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, timer. or Multitimer Countdown?
timer. is rated higher. timer. averages 4.3 out of 5 from 170 ratings, while Multitimer Countdown averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do timer. or Multitimer Countdown have ads?
Neither timer. nor Multitimer Countdown shows ads.
Which is updated more often, timer. or Multitimer Countdown?
timer. ships an update every 3 months, and Multitimer Countdown monthly. Most recently, timer. was updated on October 1, 2026 and Multitimer Countdown on September 29, 2026.

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