# FLIP vs Study Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: FLIP at 894 against Study Timer's 13. FLIP also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Study Timer's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FLIP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and Study Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Study Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FLIP has 894 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of FLIP's written reviews are positive against 85% of Study Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

FLIP ships an update fortnightly, Study Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FLIP | Study Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (894 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flip-focus-timer-for-study/id1435127190/reviews) | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-timer-focus-and-pomodoro/id6444372570/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **894** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **87.7% of reviews** | 84.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 146 MB | 478 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rinasoft Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/386505937) | [THOMSON Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/492371813) |

## What reviewers say

### FLIP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flip-focus-timer-for-study/id1435127190)

This app helps improve study habits by accurately measuring focus time. It offers features like global study groups, real-time study tracking, and detailed statistics to enhance concentration and productivity.

**Highlights:** Accurate time measurement by flipping phone, Focus level measurement, Global study groups (FLIP ZONE), Real-time study tracking (LIVE), Study time statistics and reports, D-day countdown for goals

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $2.00 | per month |
| 6 Months Premium Membership | $10.00 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $18.00 | per year |
| Premium Service - 1Month | $1.99 | one-time |
| Charging 2500 points | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Service - 3Months | $4.99 | one-time |
| Charging 5900 points | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Service - 6 Months | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Service - 12 Months | $14.99 | one-time |
| Charging 20000 points | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Motivating and helpful for studying
- 👍 Cute and aesthetically pleasing design
- 🚀 Useful features like goals, timers, and tracking
- 🤝 Social aspect with study groups and leaderboards

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Concerns about premium features and in-app purchases
- 📱 Issues with syncing and editing data across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Ranking and leaderboard data not updating properly
- Study time not being saved or recorded accurately
- Language settings not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more customization options for themes and layouts
- Improve the user interface and navigation
- Implement an Apple Watch app for easier tracking
- Allow more flexibility in setting and editing study goals


### Study Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-timer-focus-and-pomodoro/id6444372570)

Enhance your study habits and achieve deep focus with a powerful tracker and timer. Utilize the Pomodoro Technique, calming sounds, and automatic logging to stay motivated and productive. Ideal for students, professionals, and individuals managing ADHD.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro Focus Timer, Automatic Study Tracker, Natural Sounds & Lo-Fi BGM, Study Calendar & Graph View, Exam Countdown, Distraction-Free UI

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (annual) | $5.99 | per year |
| Premium (3-Month) | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium (Yearly) | $15.99 | per year |
| Premium (lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium (Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FLIP free?

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

### Is Study Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FLIP or Study Timer?

Study Timer is rated higher. FLIP averages 4.5 out of 5 from 894 ratings, while Study Timer averages 4.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do FLIP or Study Timer have ads?

Both FLIP and Study Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, FLIP or Study Timer?

FLIP ships an update fortnightly, and Study Timer every 2 months. Most recently, FLIP was updated on September 20, 2026 and Study Timer on September 22, 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.*