# Visual Timer for Kids vs Visual Timer for Kids + Voice

The clearest difference is rating: Visual Timer for Kids + Voice at 5.0 against Visual Timer for Kids's 4.5. Visual Timer for Kids + Voice also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.6). Visual Timer for Kids's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 5) and review sentiment (72% vs 50%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Visual Timer for Kids sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Visual Timer for Kids + Voice sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Visual Timer for Kids + Voice holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Timer for Kids has 1.5K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Visual Timer for Kids's written reviews are positive against 50% of Visual Timer for Kids + Voice's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Visual Timer for Kids ships an update every 6 weeks, Visual Timer for Kids + Voice weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Visual Timer for Kids | Visual Timer for Kids + Voice |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids/id1537955071/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-plus-voice/id6747689461/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **72.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 94 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) | [SYNCRAFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1821469238) |

## What reviewers say

### Visual Timer for Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids/id1537955071)

This app helps children understand the concept of time by visually revealing a picture as a countdown progresses. It's designed to reduce stress and arguments around tasks, making routines like homework or brushing teeth more engaging and manageable for kids.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timer with picture reveal, 200+ kid-friendly pictures, Customizable background images and music, Personalize with own photos, Works in background with alerts, Reduces time pressure and arguments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Timer for Kids Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Offer - 1 Year | $19.00 | per year |
| 3 Months Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Awesome app
- 👍 Excellent tool to motivate
- 👍 Works well for kids on the spectrum
- 👍 Appealing visual and audio timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Wish there was more
- 🔒 Keine brauchbare Funktionen ohne bezahlen
- 🔒 It is a pretty good app with one annoying feature
- 🔒 I do not see an option for anything more than one minute
- 🔒 Sad

**Reported bugs**

- Sound doesn't work
- App crashes

**Requested features**

- More app icon choices
- Free way of watching an ad or something to get at least a second character
- Automatic starting of the timer at the designated time with the picture covered
- Option for anything more than one minute


### Visual Timer for Kids + Voice

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-plus-voice/id6747689461)

This visual timer helps children manage daily routines and transitions with gentle voice guidance. It supports habit building and makes activities like getting ready, homework, and screen time more predictable. Ideal for kids aged 4-10, including those with ADHD or autism.

**Highlights:** Visual analog clock countdown, Routine builder with task lists, Voice alarms with pre-countdown, Character voices for guidance, Reward chart with stickers and medals, Multilingual support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeSense+ | $0.99 | per month |
| TimeSense+ Monthly plan | $1.99 | per month |
| TimeSense+ Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| TimeSense+ Annual | $8.99 | per year |
| TimeSense+ Annual (Intro Offer) | $11.99 | per year |
| TimeSense+ Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| TimeSense+ Lifetime | $17.99 | one-time |
| TimeSense+ Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Visual Timer for Kids free?

Visual Timer for Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Visual Timer for Kids + Voice free?

Visual Timer for Kids + Voice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Visual Timer for Kids or Visual Timer for Kids + Voice?

Visual Timer for Kids + Voice is rated higher. Visual Timer for Kids averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Visual Timer for Kids + Voice averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Visual Timer for Kids or Visual Timer for Kids + Voice have ads?

Neither Visual Timer for Kids nor Visual Timer for Kids + Voice shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Visual Timer for Kids or Visual Timer for Kids + Voice?

Visual Timer for Kids ships an update every 6 weeks, and Visual Timer for Kids + Voice weekly. Most recently, Visual Timer for Kids was updated on September 25, 2026 and Visual Timer for Kids + Voice on September 21, 2026.

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