Comparison

Minimum Timer vs MinSec

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

Head to head
About

Minimum Timer

Features
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This digital timer features a simple, unadorned, and serene design. It is ideal for concentrating on study or work and has the minimum necessary functions. // How to operate // - Tap the remaining time display on the timer to switch to setting mode. - Press the triangle marks above and below the time display to set the remaining time on the timer. - Tap on an empty area of the screen to exit setting mode and start the timer. // Other Functions // - The timer time can be set up to 99 hours and 59 minutes in increments of 1 minute. - The alarm tone can be selected from 78 different tones. Touch the tone name or the tool button on the right to move to the selection screen. - Tap the bell icon to turn the alarm ON/OFF. - Tap the seconds display while the timer is in progress to toggle the seconds display on and off. However, the seconds display will appear when there is less than one minute remaining, even if the seconds display is hidden. - Tap the seconds display during setting to toggle the seconds setting in increments of 10 seconds. - If you switch to setting mode while the timer is in progress or after it has ended, the set time will be displayed in the lower right corner. Tap this to immediately repeat with the previous timer setting. - The current time display in the lower left corner can be switched to "12 hours," "24 hours," or "not displayed" by tapping it. - The display of the remaining time on the timer can be moved up, down, left, or right with a finger. - Vertical and horizontal screen rotation is supported. - The text size can be adjusted in steps by pressing buttons such as "2X" and "3X". - Tap the color icon in the setting mode to select from 10 background colors. These are the operations and main functions of this digital timer. Please use this simple yet functional timer for more efficient time management.

About

MinSec

Easily manage multiple timers simultaneously for various activities like training or cooking. Set timers in advance to avoid repetitive input and streamline your workflow.

Highlights
  • Set multiple timers
  • Intuitive interface
  • Pre-set timers for recurring tasks
  • Manage timers without retyping
  • Supports watch and iPhone
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This application allows you to set multiple timers and is intuitive and easy to use. If you set timers in advance for training intervals, cooking, etc., you can manage timers without having to retype them.

Screenshots

Minimum Timer3 screens
MinSec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MinSec at none against Minimum Timer's shown. MinSec also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). Minimum Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.1). On price, 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. Minimum Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MinSec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minimum Timer ships an update every 2 months, MinSec every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Minimum Timer versus MinSec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinimum TimerMinSec
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihoko ArakiTomohisa Uchida

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Minimum Timer

One-time1
  • Minimum Timer with no ads$0.99
2 purchases

MinSec

One-time2
  • Unlimited Alarm$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Minimum Timer free?
Minimum Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MinSec free?
MinSec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minimum Timer or MinSec have ads?
Minimum Timer shows ads; MinSec does not.
Which is updated more often, Minimum Timer or MinSec?
Minimum Timer ships an update every 2 months, and MinSec every 4 days. Most recently, Minimum Timer was updated on September 8, 2026 and MinSec on August 27, 2026.

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