Comparison

Minimum Timer vs TimeSet

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

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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.

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TimeSet

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Build your routine once. Start it again whenever you need it. TimeSet combines a multi timer with saved routines for workouts, study sessions and cooking. SAVE YOUR OWN TIMER ROUTINES • Give each step a name and duration, from warm-up to workout to rest. • Run timers in sequence or start them together to track several tasks. • Keep your favorite time sets in your library and run them again. DISCOVER ROUTINES IN THE MARKET • Browse time sets published by other users and add them to your library. • Search titles and purpose tags to find workout, focus and cooking routines. • Sort by newest, likes or downloads, and like sets you want to remember. • Publish your own time sets to share your routines with others. SHARE WITH FRIENDS • Share a time set privately using an invite code. • Enter a friend's code, preview the routine and add it to your library. MAKE EVERYDAY TIMING EASIER • Choose light or dark appearance. • Keep the screen awake while running a time set and adjust haptic feedback. • Link an account and sync your saved time sets. FREE AND PRO The free version stores up to 3 time sets. Market downloads require watching a rewarded ad. Pro is a one-time purchase with no subscription. Save unlimited time sets, download from the market without rewarded ads, and copy downloaded sets to customize them. Market, sharing and sync features require an internet connection. Create your next routine with TimeSet and be ready to start again.

Screenshots

Minimum Timer3 screens
TimeSet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TimeSet at every 2 weeks against Minimum Timer's every 2 months. Minimum Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Minimum Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TimeSet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minimum Timer ships an update every 2 months, TimeSet every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Minimum Timer versus TimeSet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinimum TimerTimeSet
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihoko ArakiHEYNOW

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Minimum Timer

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

TimeSet

One-time1
  • Timer-Set Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Minimum Timer free?
Minimum Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeSet free?
TimeSet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minimum Timer or TimeSet have ads?
Both Minimum Timer and TimeSet show ads.
Which is updated more often, Minimum Timer or TimeSet?
Minimum Timer ships an update every 2 months, and TimeSet every 2 weeks. Most recently, Minimum Timer was updated on October 19, 2026 and TimeSet on October 19, 2026.

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