Simple Timer vs Chimely Mindfulness Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Simple Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Chimely Mindfulness Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
| Parameter | Simple Timer | Chimely Mindfulness Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Paulius Petrusauskas | Kevin Rochowski |
Customer experience
Simple Timer
Chimely Mindfulness Timer
In-app purchases
Simple Timer
- Remove Ads$2.99
Chimely Mindfulness Timer
No in-app purchases
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