# Big Timer vs Big Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Big Timer at 3.5 against Big Timer's 1.0. Big Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). Big Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Big Timer holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Big Timer has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Big Timer ships an update every 2 months, Big Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Big Timer | Big Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-timer-simple/id1619061460/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-timer-countdown-and-repeat/id6786964251/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ryouhei Azuma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1353297781) | [Tsukutena](https://appshunter.io/developer/6786964253) |

## What reviewers say

### Big Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-timer-simple/id1619061460)

This utility app features large, easy-to-read text for simple stopwatch and countdown timer functions. It's designed for quick visibility from a distance, making it ideal for straightforward timekeeping needs.

**Highlights:** Large, easy-to-read display, Stopwatch functionality, Countdown timer functionality, Simple interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Big Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-timer-countdown-and-repeat/id6786964251)

This utility app provides a large, clear countdown timer with repeat functionality. Customize alarm sounds, volume, and duration. A Pro version offers an ad-free experience, custom themes, and more alarm options.

**Highlights:** Repeat countdown, Timer history, Customizable alarms, Light and Dark themes, Ad-free Pro version, Customizable themes (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Big Timer free?

Big Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Big Timer free?

Big Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Big Timer or Big Timer?

Big Timer is rated higher. Big Timer averages 3.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Big Timer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Big Timer or Big Timer have ads?

Both Big Timer and Big Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Big Timer or Big Timer?

Big Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Big Timer every 6 days. Most recently, Big Timer was updated on November 3, 2026 and Big Timer on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*