Comparison

Simpl Timer vs DTD ShotClock

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

Head to head

Simpl Timer

Simple | Kitchen Timer

Customisable countdown timer

Free

🔧 Utilities

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About

Simpl Timer

This app offers a versatile timer for various tasks, including kitchen use, exercise, and general task management. Customize timers with multiple sounds, colors, and repetitions for a personalized experience.

Highlights

Add unlimited timers
Multiple sound options
Customizable colors
Dynamic color changes
Timer repetitions

Features

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All Purpose Simple Timer 1. Tasks 2. Kitchen 3. Exercise Features 1. Can add any number of Timers 2. Multiple sounds 3. Multiple Colours 4. Dynamic Colour change 5. Repetitions For Terms of Use (EULA) and privacy policy check links below https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ http://noorbit.com/privacy.html

About

DTD ShotClock

Features

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A customisable countdown timer for managing turn-based decisions in group settings. Features include adjustable time limits, audio cues, and visual alerts to keep sessions moving smoothly and consistently.

Screenshots

Simpl Timer4 screens

DTD ShotClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DTD ShotClock at none against Simpl Timer's shown. DTD ShotClock also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simpl Timer ships an update every 7 months, DTD ShotClock every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level

Simpl Timer versus DTD ShotClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	Simpl Timer	DTD ShotClock
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	100.0% of reviews	—
Update frequency	Every 7 months	Every 6 weeks — better
Ads	Yes	No — better
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	Ad-supported	—
Devices	iPhone, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS	15.0	12.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	11 MB	25 MB
Age rating	4+	17+
Developer	NOORBIT TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.	DTD Leisure Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Simpl Timer

No in-app purchases

None

DTD ShotClock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simpl Timer free?

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

Is DTD ShotClock free?

DTD ShotClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do Simpl Timer or DTD ShotClock have ads?

Simpl Timer shows ads; DTD ShotClock does not.

Which is updated more often, Simpl Timer or DTD ShotClock?

Simpl Timer ships an update every 7 months, and DTD ShotClock every 6 weeks. Most recently, Simpl Timer was updated on September 17, 2026 and DTD ShotClock on May 17, 2026.