Dolce Timer vs Capsula Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dolce Timer
This app guides you in preparing beverages from non-automatic coffee machines. It accurately indicates when to switch off the machine based on your chosen beverage volume, ensuring a perfect brew every time. Simply set the volume, start the timer, and follow the visual or audible cues.
- Set beverage volume
- Visual and audible signals
- Precise switch-off indication
- Supports non-automatic machines
- Capsule volume recommendations
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The Dolce Timer application helps you to prepare your favorite beverages in non-automatic coffee machines indicating when to switch off the machine according to the set beverage volume. Set the beverage volume with the selector following the recommendation indicated on the capsule, tap the START button and wait for a visual or an audible signal to turn off your machine. As simple as that. Note: start the machine at the same time you start the timer. Dolce Timer is an independent tool to help consumers of the specific coffee machines brand prepare their coffee/tea in the best possible way.
Capsula Timer
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Capsula is a fast, precise timer for capsule machines. Choose a preset for Nespresso® or Dolce Gusto®, tap once, and get a perfectly timed extraction—every time. Highlights: One-tap presets for capsule coffee Custom timers & favorites Haptic + sound alert with quick mute Apple Watch app: Digital Crown control & complication Works with screen locked; reliable notifications Minimal design, dark mode ready Brew with consistency and enjoy your best cup—shot after shot. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nespresso® or Dolce Gusto®/Nestlé®. Trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Dolce Timer at every 2 months against Capsula Timer's every 4 months. Dolce Timer also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Dolce Timer ships an update every 2 months, Capsula Timer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dolce Timer | Capsula Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (521 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 521 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jasmin Nisic | Matias Muzio |
Bugs and requests
Dolce Timer
Reported bugs
3 issues- Apple Watch timer pauses when watch enters sleep mode
- Advertisements block timer view during operation
- App not functional on Apple Watch
Requested features
7 requests- Sound/beep notification when timer finishes
- Ad-free paid version option
- Countdown display showing remaining seconds
- Drink selection menu with automatic measurements
- XL pod size settings for larger drinks
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- Better Apple Watch integration and stability
- Clear instructions on when to start timer
Capsula Timer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dolce Timer
No in-app purchases
Capsula Timer
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Dolce Timer free?
Is Capsula Timer free?
Do Dolce Timer or Capsula Timer have ads?
Which is updated more often, Dolce Timer or Capsula Timer?
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