Timers vs TaskBlocker2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Timers
Manage your time effectively with this interval timer app. Create and run multiple timers in sequence, with options to repeat groups of timers for structured routines. Receive notifications, speech, and countdowns to stay on track during focused sessions.
- Run multiple timers in sequence
- Repeat timer groups
- Notifications and speech alerts
- Timer templates and duplication
- Background operation
- Dark Mode support
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Manage your time smartly and stay focused on what matters. Over 125,000 downloads worldwide with an average rating of 4.6 from more than 1,500 reviews. A simple way to support all your focused moments throughout the day. Timers is an interval timer app that lets you run multiple timers in sequence. Perfect for cooking, studying, workouts, meditation, Pomodoro sessions, stretching, and more. ■ Run multiple timers in sequence Create as many timers as you need and run them automatically in order. Save them as a group and reuse your daily routines with a single tap. ■ Repeat for each group Grouped timers can be repeated a specified number of times. Example: “Exercise → Rest” repeated 10 times, or “25 min focus → 5 min break” repeated 4 sets. ■ Notifications, speech, countdown At the set time, you’ll receive a notification. When the app is open, speech and countdown are available. Even in the background or with the screen locked, notifications will alert you. ■ Simple and intuitive Edit time, repeats, sound, and names with ease. Use templates or duplication to quickly reuse your favorite timers. ■ Premium for a cleaner experience All core features are free. Purchasing Premium removes ads so you can stay focused. Purchases can be restored anytime. ---- ■ Features • Run multiple timers in sequence • Repeat by group (set count) • Notifications / speech / countdown / advance notice • Templates and timer duplication • Background notifications / auto-lock control • Badge shows active timers • Dark Mode support • Remove ads (Premium) ---- Make your time simple and productive. Timers helps you focus every day.
TaskBlocker2
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Take Control of Your Focus TaskBlocker2 helps you stay productive by blocking distracting websites during focused work sessions. Unlike traditional website blockers, TaskBlocker2 shows you beautiful, customizable motivational messages when you try to visit blocked sites—gently reminding you to stay on task without completely restricting access. KEY FEATURES Smart Blocking - Block specific websites during focus sessions - Motivational overlays instead of hard blocks - Safari extension integration - Session timer with countdown Customizable Messages - Add personalized motivational messages for each blocked site - Beautiful gradient overlays with emojis - Quick "Close & Continue" option - Gentle encouragement, not punishment Focus Sessions - Set session durations (5, 15, 25, or 45 minutes) - Live countdown timer - Track block attempts - Session history and statistics Productivity Insights - View your focus session history - Track how many times you stayed on task - Monitor your productivity streaks - See your progress over time Beautiful Design - Native iOS 17 SwiftUI interface - Dark mode support - Smooth animations - Clean, minimal design HOW IT WORKS 1. Add websites you want to block (social media, news, shopping, etc.) 2. Start a focus session and choose your duration 3. When you visit a blocked site in Safari, you'll see a beautiful motivational overlay 4. Close the overlay and get back to work, or stay on the site if you really need to 5. Track your productivity wins in the Stats tab PRIVACY FIRST - All data stored locally on your device - No analytics or tracking - No account required - No data sent to external servers - Open source on GitHub PERFECT FOR - Students studying for exams - Remote workers staying focused - Anyone trying to break social media habits - Writers avoiding distractions - Developers in deep work sessions REQUIREMENTS - iOS 17.0 or later - Safari browser - You must enable the Safari extension in Settings TaskBlocker2 is completely free with no ads, no subscriptions, and no in-app purchases. Just pure, focused productivity. Built by Brett Koenig
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TaskBlocker2 at none against Timers's 1. TaskBlocker2 also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Timers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TaskBlocker2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Timers | TaskBlocker2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (49 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 49 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Koji Ito | Brett Koenig |
In-app purchases
Timers
- Remove Ads$6.99
TaskBlocker2
No in-app purchases









