Comparison

ExTimer vs Tik

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

Head to head
About

ExTimer

This app offers a stylish and customizable interval timer for various activities like workouts, stretching, and time management. With multiple color themes and layout options, it aims to boost training motivation and seamlessly integrate into daily life.

Highlights
  • Stylish and customizable appearance
  • Multiple color variations and layouts
  • Supports interval training (HIIT, Tabata)
  • Useful for workouts, stretching, and time management
  • Light and dark mode options
  • Vertical and horizontal layout support
Features
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・ Stylish & abundant variations Stylish appearance that motivates training Supports 5 types of color variations, light mode, dark mode, vertical layout, and horizontal layout. By switching a total of 20 patterns according to your mood, you will increase your motivation for training. ・ For everyday use The well-designed appearance blends into everyday life. Training at the gym or at home, stretching, work time management(ex Pomodoro Tracker), cooking timer. This timer with a simple and stylish appearance is useful in various situations in your life.

About

Tik

Features
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Discover a new type of training: AI-animated avatars propel you to peak performance! FEATURES: Interval Timer: 'Tik' offers a fully customizable interval timer that allows you to effortlessly create Tabata, HIIT, or personalized workout intervals. Adjust work and rest periods, set breaks, and choose the number of rounds to optimize your training. AI-Controlled Avatars: Within the app, you'll find numerous inspiring AI-controlled avatars, including drill instructors, personal trainers, and much more. Choose your favorite and let their energy and motivation inspire you to achieve your best. Background Guidance: While the timer is running, your AI avatar remains consistently visible. Whether you're lifting weights, running on the treadmill, or practicing yoga, your avatar will accompany you with uplifting words and tips to motivate and guide you through the workout. What are you waiting for? Get 'Tik' now and experience an entirely new dimension of training. Connect with your personal AI avatar and reach your fitness goals faster than ever before. Become the master of your own training with 'Tik' – the ultimate fusion of AI and fitness!

Screenshots

ExTimer4 screens
Tik4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tik at none against ExTimer's shown. Tik also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 11 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.2). 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. ExTimer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Tik sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ExTimer ships an update every 11 days, Tik daily. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ExTimer versus Tik: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExTimerTik
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHajime SuzukiSteffen Ruppel

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ExTimer

One-time2
  • Trial 3DaysFree
  • Hide Ads$1.99
2 purchases

Tik

Subscriptions2
  • Tik Premium (1 Month)3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Tik Premium (1 Year)$12.991 Year

Questions

Is ExTimer free?
ExTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tik free?
Tik is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ExTimer or Tik have ads?
ExTimer shows ads; Tik does not.
Which is updated more often, ExTimer or Tik?
ExTimer ships an update every 11 days, and Tik daily. Most recently, ExTimer was updated on September 8, 2026 and Tik on September 16, 2026.

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