Comparison

Loop vs Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer

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

Head to head
About

Loop

Easily create and manage multiple timers for various activities like sports, meditation, and study. Set interval timers, save presets, and import custom sounds. The app offers automatic resets, Apple Watch integration, and iCloud sync for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Multiple timer types (interval, Tabata)
  • Natural text input for quick timers
  • Automatic timer reset and alarm options
  • Customizable presets with icons and colors
  • Import custom start, finish, and interval sounds
  • Background meditation sounds
  • iCloud sync across devices
Features
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Loop makes setting timers easier, faster and more beautiful. Start multiple (interval, Tabata, and cooking) timers, create presets, import your own sounds and so much more! - Easy Start: The start screen shows the most recently started timers and your favorites. One tap is enough to start a timer. You can also create a new quick timer with natural-language input: Simply type something like "1h Work, 30m Break" to create a timer with two intervals. Any number of timers can be started in parallel. The first timers will be displayed as nested rings. - Automatic Reset: After a timer expires, the app plays a sound and the timer automatically resets, so you can start it again immediately. Alternatively, you can configure a timer to play the sound like an alarm until you disable it. Loop supports AlarmKit so the alarm is also shown on your Apple Watch (requires at least iOS or iPadOS 26). - Presets: You can save your favorite timers as presets, which can be started with a tap. You can use text or an icon for your presets, and also change the color as you like. You can create multiple categories for your presets, with each category able to customize the app’s default settings. - Interval Timers: You can create interval timers and save them as Presets. The app plays a sound for each elapsed interval and displays it as a small dash on the ring. Additionally, you can name each of them, select repetitions for the intervals, or make the timer repeat automatically. - Choose Sounds: In addition to many included sounds, you can also import your own sound files from the Files app. Start, pause, finish, reset, interval, and background sounds can be selected separately. - Meditation Sounds: You can activate a background sound such as ocean waves or white noise in the settings, which will then be played when a timer is running. It is also possible to switch off the screen in order to concentrate fully on your meditation. - iCloud Sync: Your timers, settings, and sounds sync with your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac. - Push Notifications & Live Activities: Loop will send you a push notification when the app is closed if a timer or interval has expired. The sounds selected in the app will also be used for the notification. In addition, a live activity is displayed when timers are running. - And More: Custom app icons, Apple Watch integration, HealthKit support, configure when the screen should stay awake, and countless further options. This application is governed by Apple’s standard Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA), available at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer

Features
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Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer is a versatile and intuitive app designed to help you manage your time efficiently and stay on track with your tasks. Whether you're working, studying, or simply need reminders throughout the day, this app provides a range of customizable features to suit your needs. Key Features One Tap to Start Timer. Compate Times Displayed on Screen Custom Alarms Create Personalized Alarms: Set alarms with your preferred label and sound to differentiate between various tasks and reminders. Custom Sound Set: Choose from a diverse library of sounds or add your own custom audio files for a personalized touch. Repeat Counter Set Repeat Intervals: Schedule alarms to repeat at regular intervals, whether daily, weekly, or on specific days of the week. Count-Based Repeats: Define the number of times an alarm should repeat, perfect for tasks that need multiple reminders. Multiple Alarms Manage Multiple Alarms: Set up and manage several alarms simultaneously without any hassle. Ideal for a busy schedule with various tasks and deadlines. Organized Alarm List: Easily view and edit your alarms in a comprehensive list format for quick access and management. Snooze Function Snooze Options: Customize snooze duration to suit your needs, giving you the flexibility to take short breaks and return to your tasks refreshed. Quick Snooze: Activate snooze with a single tap for immediate postponement of alarms. Additional Features Flexible Scheduling: Adjust alarm settings to fit your routine, with options to set alarms for specific dates and times. User-Friendly Interface: Navigate through the app effortlessly with a clean and intuitive design. Notification Support: Receive timely notifications even when the app is closed, ensuring you never miss an important reminder. Ideal For Students: Manage study sessions, breaks, and assignment deadlines. Professionals: Keep track of meetings, project timelines, and daily tasks. Personal Use: Set reminders for medication, workouts, chores, and more. Maximize your productivity and stay organized with Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer. Download now and take control of your schedule with ease! Privacy policy : https://sites.google.com/view/focus-timer-app/privacy-policy?authuser=0 Term and conditions : https://sites.google.com/view/focus-timer-app/terms-conditions?authuser=0

Screenshots

Loop4 screens
Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Loop at every 10 days against Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer's every 6 months. Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.1 vs 16.4). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loop ships an update every 10 days, Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Loop versus Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopFocus Timer & Alarm List Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (67 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings67 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.413.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeon BoettgerBoltQ Media

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Loop

Subscriptions2
  • Loop+ Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Loop+ Yearly3 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Upgrade to Loop+$4.99
2 purchases

Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Focus Timer Pro - Weekly$0.997 Days
One-time1
  • Focus Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Loop free?
Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer free?
Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Loop or Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer have ads?
Neither Loop nor Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Loop or Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer?
Loop ships an update every 10 days, and Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer every 6 months. Most recently, Loop was updated on September 18, 2026 and Focus Timer & Alarm List Timer on September 13, 2026.

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