ExTimer vs Tik
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Tik
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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!
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Verdict
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
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.
ExTimer ships an update every 11 days, Tik daily. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ExTimer | Tik |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hajime Suzuki | Steffen Ruppel |
In-app purchases
ExTimer
- Trial 3DaysFree
- Hide Ads$1.99
Tik
- Tik Premium (1 Month)3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Tik Premium (1 Year)$12.991 Year









