Comparison

SimpleMultiTimer vs Elapsed Timer

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

Head to head
About

SimpleMultiTimer

Features
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"Simple Multi-Timer" is a simple, easy-to-read and easy-to-use timer application. Once you launch the app, just press the "+" button then set the timer time and press the "Start" button. You can also name the timer, and next time you want to set a timer, just select that name from the history. If you omit the name, it will be named automatically. For example, you can set the timer for 8 minutes and name it "Pasta (1.7 mm)”, or you can set the timer for 2 minutes and 50 seconds and name it "3-minute noodles" if you like cup noodles with hard noodles. You can also start a number of timers at the same time. For example, you can start a long timer for the oven or washing machine, and then start a short timer for pasta or cup noodles. The progress of each timer will be listed. Even if you interrupt or quit this application to use other applications, or if your iPhone automatically locks and goes into sleep mode, you can rest assured that you will be notified of the completion of each timer. This app also supports integration with shortcut apps, so you can start more and more timers from various automation such as shortcuts and NFC tags. It's very easy to use as a study or training timer, too. If you like it, let me know how you use yours in the comments!

About

Elapsed Timer

Track multiple durations simultaneously with this intuitive utility. Perfect for managing tasks like baby feeding intervals, study sessions, or cooking times. The free version supports two timers, with a premium option for more.

Highlights
  • Track multiple elapsed times
  • Set custom names and colors for tasks
  • Start, stop, and edit timer measurements
  • Free version supports two timers
  • Premium version for unlimited timers
  • Ad-free experience with premium
Features
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This app is a timer that can measure multiple elapsed times. As an example of use, when you are feeding your baby breast milk and infant formula, you can quickly check how long it has been since the last feeding. You can also measure various things at the same time, such as sleeping time and the interval between taking painkillers after childbirth. As another example, it can be used to manage study time for each subject, such as math or physics, or multiple cooking times during cooking. To use the app, tap the "Add new task" button, set the name and color, and you're ready to go. Tap the play button to start measurement. It is a simple structure that the measurement is completed when the stop button is pressed. Double-tap a task to edit its name, color, start time, and more. In addition, the free version can measure two elapsed times at the same time. If you want to set 3 or more items to measure, or if you want to hide advertisements, please consider purchasing the premium version in the app. ---------------------- Terms of Service and Privacy Policy: https://akikibai-labolatory.jimdofree.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

SimpleMultiTimer4 screens
Elapsed Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SimpleMultiTimer at none against Elapsed Timer's 1. SimpleMultiTimer also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Elapsed Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SimpleMultiTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpleMultiTimer ships an update daily, Elapsed Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SimpleMultiTimer versus Elapsed Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleMultiTimerElapsed Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAine LLC.Kei Suefuji

In-app purchases

None

SimpleMultiTimer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Elapsed Timer

One-time1
  • PREMIUM$4.99

Questions

Is SimpleMultiTimer free?
SimpleMultiTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Elapsed Timer free?
Elapsed Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SimpleMultiTimer or Elapsed Timer have ads?
Both SimpleMultiTimer and Elapsed Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpleMultiTimer or Elapsed Timer?
SimpleMultiTimer ships an update daily, and Elapsed Timer every 2 months. Most recently, SimpleMultiTimer was updated on September 6, 2026 and Elapsed Timer on September 21, 2026.

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