Comparison

The Presentation Timer vs M4BeaconConfig

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

Head to head
About

The Presentation Timer

This app offers a simple and beautiful timer experience for presentations. It features stopwatch and timer modes, a full-screen display for audience visibility, and an "Auto Bell" function to alert you at set intervals with customizable sounds.

Highlights
  • Stopwatch mode
  • Timer mode
  • Full-screen display
  • Auto Bell function
  • Customizable bell sounds
Features
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We stripped away unnecessary elements and focused on simplicity, beauty, and ease of use. Main functions ● Equipped with two modes : Stopwatch / Timer When you want to know how long it will actually take to practice your presentation, use the Stopwatch mode. And use a timer to measure the time of the actual presentation. ● Full screen display to support the presenter When you want to inform the presenter of the remaining time from the audience during the presentation, you can turn your iPhone or iPad screen sideways to maximize the time display. ● "Auto Bell" function that automatically rings the bell at the specified time When you want to ring the bell few minutes before the end of the presentation, you can ring the bell automatically with this function. Also, you can set the bell sound as you like.

About

M4BeaconConfig

Features
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M4 Beacon Config is the official configuration tool for Holden International M4 IB-A series BLE beacons, including the IB-A300, IB-A600, IB-A700, and IB-A800 models. Supports both M4 Line Simple Beacon and M4 Security Beacon firmware. The app automatically detects which parameters are available on each connected device and shows only the relevant controls. KEY FEATURES • Scan and connect to M4 IB-A series beacons via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) • Read and write all GATT configuration parameters • Configure UUID, Major/Minor, RSSI Calibration, Manufacturer ID, Advertising Interval, TX Power, and LED • Access Hardware ID (HWID), Inventory ID, and Device Message (Line Simple Beacon firmware only) • Automatic GATT attribute detection — fields shown only when supported by the connected device • Traditional Chinese (繁體中文) language support • No internet connection required during configuration SUPPORTED DEVICES • IB-A300 — Compact beacon, battery or Micro-USB power • IB-A600 — Waterproof sealed beacon, ER14505 battery • IB-A700 — USB-C powered beacon • IB-A800 — Advanced sensor beacon with built-in buzzer and temperature/humidity sensor (Gainta G519B enclosure) HOW TO USE 1. Place the beacon in configuration mode by pressing its button or power cycling. 2. Open the app and tap Scan Beacon to find nearby M4 beacons. 3. Tap a beacon to connect. The app reads all current settings automatically. 4. Tap any parameter to edit and write the new value. 5. Disconnect — the beacon immediately broadcasts with the new settings. For technical documentation and firmware information, visit www.m4grid.com.

Screenshots

The Presentation Timer4 screens
M4BeaconConfig4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: M4BeaconConfig at every 2 weeks against The Presentation Timer's every 7 months. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Presentation Timer ships an update every 7 months, M4BeaconConfig every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
The Presentation Timer versus M4BeaconConfig: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Presentation TimerM4BeaconConfig
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGINGER DESIGN STUDIO, K.K.Matrix Strategy Inc.

In-app purchases

None

The Presentation Timer

No in-app purchases

None

M4BeaconConfig

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Presentation Timer free?
The Presentation Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is M4BeaconConfig free?
M4BeaconConfig is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Presentation Timer or M4BeaconConfig have ads?
Neither The Presentation Timer nor M4BeaconConfig shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Presentation Timer or M4BeaconConfig?
The Presentation Timer ships an update every 7 months, and M4BeaconConfig every 2 weeks. Most recently, The Presentation Timer was updated on October 2, 2026 and M4BeaconConfig on September 30, 2026.

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