# Visual Schedule Daily Routine vs Gentle Timer

Visual Schedule Daily Routine and Gentle Timer both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Gentle Timer's written reviews are positive against 49% of Visual Schedule Daily Routine's. Gentle Timer also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Visual Schedule Daily Routine sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Gentle Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gentle Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 793 and 354 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Visual Schedule Daily Routine's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gentle Timer's.

Visual Schedule Daily Routine ships an update fortnightly, Gentle Timer every 3 days. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Visual Schedule Daily Routine | Gentle Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (793 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-schedule-daily-routine/id1508150689/reviews) | **[4.6 (354 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **793** | 354 |
| Positive reviews | 49.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) | [JOHNNY LI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778905380) |

## What reviewers say

### Visual Schedule Daily Routine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-schedule-daily-routine/id1508150689)

This app helps parents and children plan daily routines using visual aids like pictures, icons, and timers. It simplifies understanding schedules, reduces repetitive questions, and motivates kids to complete tasks, especially beneficial for those with focus challenges.

**Highlights:** Create daily schedules and tasks, Over 130 visual icons, Add custom task photos, Personalize tasks with Pixabay images, Task completion tracking, Full-screen task timer, Alerts and reminders

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Special Offer - 1 Year | $29.00 | per year |
| 3 Months Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium lifetime | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful for organizing routines
- 👍 Customizable schedules
- 🤩 Engaging visuals and animations
- 🧠 Beneficial for individuals with disabilities or special needs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 📱 Compatibility issues across devices
- 🐛 Reported bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing during use
- Inability to add more than 3 tasks in free version
- Delayed or missing notifications

**Requested features**

- Ability to share schedules across devices
- More diverse icon and image library
- Calendar integration for scheduling
- Customizable background and theme options


### Gentle Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755)

This app offers a visually appealing, ad-free timer for focus, productivity, and managing children's routines. It supports various timer types, including countdown, Pomodoro, and interval, with extensive customization options for backgrounds, music, and themes. It also includes helpful everyday tools like a calculator and breathing exercises.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timers, Pomodoro focus sessions, Interval training timers, Multi timer support, Customizable backgrounds and music, Everyday utility tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Premium | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😍 Adorable and cute visuals
- 🎵 Fun and pleasant music/sounds
- 👍 Smooth, snappy, and easy to use
- 🎨 Artistic and whimsical design
- 🚀 Great functionality and performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 More free options desired
- 🔇 Occasional sound issues (no sound)
- 📱 Landscape mode not supported
- ⏳ Seconds not displayed on countdown
- ⬆️ Seconds set in increments of 10

**Reported bugs**

- No sound issues reported
- Seconds not displayed on countdown
- Landscape mode not working

**Requested features**

- More free options
- Landscape mode support
- Ability to set specific seconds
- Toggle off motion on settings menu
- Cat character option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Visual Schedule Daily Routine free?

Visual Schedule Daily Routine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gentle Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Visual Schedule Daily Routine or Gentle Timer?

Gentle Timer is rated higher. Visual Schedule Daily Routine averages 4.4 out of 5 from 793 ratings, while Gentle Timer averages 4.6 from 354 ratings.

### Do Visual Schedule Daily Routine or Gentle Timer have ads?

Neither Visual Schedule Daily Routine nor Gentle Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Visual Schedule Daily Routine or Gentle Timer?

Visual Schedule Daily Routine ships an update fortnightly, and Gentle Timer every 3 days. Most recently, Visual Schedule Daily Routine was updated on September 22, 2026 and Gentle Timer on September 22, 2026.

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