Comparison

Magic PiP vs Segmented Timer

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

Head to head
About

Magic PiP

View multiple types of content in a floating window that hovers over other applications. Supports images, videos, documents, web pages, and utility tools like clocks and timers. Easily share content to the PiP window for seamless multitasking.

Highlights
  • Picture-in-Picture window
  • Supports images and videos
  • View PDFs and TXT files
  • Display PowerPoint slides
  • Clipboard text viewer
  • Web page viewer
  • Clock, stopwatch, and timer
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You never think this is even possible. Magic PiP is an app that can let you view all kinds of stuff in the PiP window. And it can float above other apps, almost like a split-screen! Contents supported: Multiple Images / Video PDF / TXT PowerPoint Slides (.ppt / .pptx) Texts from the clipboard Web page Clock / Stopwatch / Timer Counter Allow open all the stuff from the share sheet. Allow turning pages in the PiP window. Also an auto page-turning feature for reading TXT files.

About

Segmented Timer

This app provides precise time management for workouts and timed activities. Create custom sequences with unlimited segments, choose from multiple themes, and receive sound or vibration alerts. Save preset workouts for easy reuse and enjoy a clean, distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Customizable segments
  • Multiple themes
  • Sound & vibration alerts
  • Preset workouts
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Background audio support
Features
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Segmented Timer is a powerful interval training timer designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who needs precise time management for workouts, training sessions, and timed activities. Key Features: • Customizable Segments – Create personalized timer sequences with unlimited segments • Multiple Themes – Choose from various visual themes to match your preference • Sound & Vibration Alerts – Get notified when segments change with customizable audio and haptic feedback • Preset Workouts – Save and reuse your favorite timer configurations • Easy-to-Use Interface – Intuitive controls make setting up timers quick and simple • Background Audio Support – Listen to music while your timer runs • No Subscriptions – One-time purchase with full access to all features Perfect for: - HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) workouts - CrossFit training sessions - Running intervals and sprint training - Boxing and combat sports training - Yoga and meditation sessions - Cooking and meal prep timing - Study and productivity sessions - Any activity requiring precise interval timing Segmented Timer gives you complete control over your training with a clean, distraction-free design that keeps you focused on what matters most – your performance.

Screenshots

Magic PiP4 screens
Segmented Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Segmented Timer at Free against Magic PiP's $1.99. Segmented Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Magic PiP's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On ads, 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

Segmented Timer is free to download; Magic PiP costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Segmented Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic PiP has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic PiP ships an update every 5 weeks, Segmented Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Magic PiP versus Segmented Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic PiPSegmented Timer
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (18 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJinyu MengJASON MARSHALL JONES

Customer experience

Magic PiP

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

Segmented Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Magic PiP

No in-app purchases

None

Segmented Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magic PiP free?
Magic PiP costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Segmented Timer free?
Segmented Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Magic PiP or Segmented Timer?
Segmented Timer is rated higher. Magic PiP averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Segmented Timer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Magic PiP or Segmented Timer have ads?
Neither Magic PiP nor Segmented Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Magic PiP or Segmented Timer?
Magic PiP ships an update every 5 weeks, and Segmented Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Magic PiP was updated on October 3, 2026 and Segmented Timer on October 15, 2026.

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