# Visual Timer for Kids vs Visual Timer for Kids

The clearest difference is rating: Visual Timer for Kids at 5.0 against Visual Timer for Kids's 4.5. Visual Timer for Kids also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Visual Timer for Kids's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Visual Timer for Kids 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 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Visual Timer for Kids's written reviews are positive against 100% of Visual Timer for Kids's.

Visual Timer for Kids ships an update every 6 weeks, Visual Timer for Kids fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Visual Timer for Kids | Visual Timer for Kids |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids/id1537955071/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-duckie/id6747744932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 72.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 94 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) | [栋 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731484407) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-duckie/id6747744932)

This visual countdown timer helps young children, including those with ADHD or autism, understand the passage of time. It uses gentle visual cues and a friendly sound to signal the end of a period, making routines and transitions smoother.

**Highlights:** Gentle visual countdown, Kid-friendly sound cues, Sticker rewards for completion, Supports ADHD, autism, time blindness, Simple setup for parents, No ads or subscriptions

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Limited-Time Full Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro Unlock | $14.99 | 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 free?

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

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

Visual Timer for Kids is rated higher. Visual Timer for Kids averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Visual Timer for Kids averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

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

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

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

Visual Timer for Kids ships an update every 6 weeks, and Visual Timer for Kids fortnightly. Most recently, Visual Timer for Kids was updated on September 22, 2026 and Visual Timer for Kids on September 13, 2026.

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