Comparison

Simple Timer vs Chimely Mindfulness Timer

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

Head to head
About

Simple Timer

This app provides a highly visible countdown timer with a visual ring that empties as time elapses. It offers one-tap presets for common tasks like cooking and workouts, as well as a Pomodoro timer for focused work sessions. The timer continues to function in the background and alerts you with a notification.

Highlights
  • Large, visual countdown ring
  • One-tap presets for cooking and workouts
  • Background timer with notifications
  • Pomodoro timer for focus sessions
  • Screen stays on while timer runs
  • Adjustable focus and break lengths
Features
Read full description

A simple timer that is easy to read and never forgets to ring. BIG AND VISUAL A thick ring empties as time runs out and turns amber, then red, near the end, so you can see the time from across the kitchen or the classroom. ONE-TAP PRESETS - Quick: 1, 3, 5, 10, 15 and 30 minutes - Kitchen: soft egg, hard egg, tea, pasta, rice, pizza - Workout: rest 30 s, 1 min, 1:30, 2 min, plank, stretch - Or spin the wheel for any time up to 3 hours RINGS WHEN IT SHOULD Timers keep exact time in the background. When the app isn't open or the phone is locked, a notification rings; in the app the alarm repeats until you tap Stop. Add a minute or restart in one tap. POMODORO Focus sprints with short breaks and a longer break every fourth round. Adjust focus and break lengths. The screen stays on while a timer runs. Free with a small banner ad. Remove ads with a one-time purchase. Terms: https://gwpjuotdwvjbekhldtly.supabase.co/functions/v1/legal/terms Privacy: https://gwpjuotdwvjbekhldtly.supabase.co/functions/v1/legal/privacy

About

Chimely Mindfulness Timer

This app provides a simple countdown timer to help users stay focused and on schedule. It offers customizable chimes, live progress updates on the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen, and a distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Intuitive one-tap timers
  • Schedule timers to end at specific times
  • Customizable chime styles
  • Dual progress rings for clarity
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen support
  • Lightweight and distraction-free design
Read full description

Chimely is a beautifully simple countdown timer designed to keep you focused, on schedule, and in control of your time. Whether you’re timing a routine, a deep work block, or a daily habit, Chimely makes staying on track effortless. Use one-tap timers, schedule a timer to end at a specific time, and choose chimes that match your mood or workflow. Live progress updates appear instantly in the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen, so you never lose focus. Features - Clean, intuitive timers Start a timer instantly or set one to end at an exact time - perfect for cooking, workouts, or routines. - Custom chime styles Choose the sound that fits your flow. From soft tones to more attention-grabbing alerts, tailor each chime to how you like to work. - Dual Progress rings Keep track of intervals and overall time at a glance with smooth, minimal progress rings designed for clarity and calm. - Dynamic Island + Lock Screen support Your timer remains visible even when your phone is locked or you’re using other apps. - Lightweight and distraction-free Chimely is designed to stay out of your way - one screen, no accounts, no clutter.

Screenshots

Simple Timer4 screens
Chimely Mindfulness Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Chimely Mindfulness Timer at 100% against Simple Timer's 0%. Chimely Mindfulness Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Simple Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price 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. Simple Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Chimely Mindfulness Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chimely Mindfulness Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Simple Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Chimely Mindfulness Timer's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Simple Timer versus Chimely Mindfulness Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple TimerChimely Mindfulness Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaulius PetrusauskasKevin Rochowski

Customer experience

Simple Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Chimely Mindfulness Timer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Simple Timer

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Chimely Mindfulness Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple Timer free?
Simple Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chimely Mindfulness Timer free?
Chimely Mindfulness Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Simple Timer or Chimely Mindfulness Timer?
Chimely Mindfulness Timer is rated higher. Simple Timer averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Chimely Mindfulness Timer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Simple Timer or Chimely Mindfulness Timer have ads?
Simple Timer shows ads; Chimely Mindfulness Timer does not.

Other comparisons