Comparison

Timer vs Segment Timer

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

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About

Timer

This advanced timer allows for precise time management across various activities. Set multiple special events with customizable triggers like sounds, messages, or screen flashing. It's ideal for games, workouts, cooking, meditation, and any task requiring accurate timing, even when the app is in the background.

Highlights
  • Multiple complex timers simultaneously
  • Scheduled event triggers (sounds, messages, photos)
  • Customizable display modes (textual, graphical)
  • Background operation with sound/message alerts
  • Looping timers
  • Delayed start and flexible stop time entry
  • Screen blocking and flashlight alerts
Features
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Timer is an advanced timer for performing various tasks at specific times that you set. It is your perfect companion for board games, sport workouts, cooking, zen meditation or whatever activity that needs a precision and powerful timer. Timer allows to define multiple special events that will be triggered when the timer is running. Sounds, messages, photos, screen flashing and more actions can be triggered at any time thanks to a complex time scheduling system (that can be easily previewed). The majority of these actions can be done when the application is open, but it is still possible to play sounds and display messages when the application is closed. Here are some events you'll be able to create (and combine) : * "Play a Gong sound 30 seconds before end" * "Every 10 seconds during 1 minute, produce a sound with an increasing pitch" * "Play a tic tac sound every seconds" * "Once One-half the time is elapsed, play an iPod song and show a custom message on the screen" * "While in background, plays a Tibetan bell sound 4 times (every 25%) until 6PM" * "Take a photo every minute" Here are the main features : - 9 complex timers with time scheduled events can be used at the same time. - The timer can be looped forever or for a specific number (the number of loops being displayed). - Elapsed time, remaining time, current time can be either displayed. Various display modes are available (including textual or graphical ones). - The time is displayed in full screen, in the biggest possible way. Two different areas can be customized. - The timer start can be delayed, allowing to have a short preparation time before the timer is automatically started. - The stop time can be entered as a relative duration or as an absolute hour value. - Portrait and Landscape visualization modes are handled in all application screens. - The timer can be used when silence is needed (thanks to a flashing screen, vibrations and a dimmed display). - When the timer is done, the time is still displayed, allowing to know since how long the timer elapsed. - The screen can be blocked, keeping the timer visible, in order to avoid pressing accidentally the buttons. - Different dedicated alarm sounds can be used (Bell, Cooking timer, Watch, Gong, Danger, Lama Bell...) - Shepard tones can also be used : those tones creates the auditory illusion of a tone that continually ascends or descends in pitch. - Import custom sounds or record them directly. Use them as audio alerts when the application is opened. Play a random iPod song. - Custom musics/sounds can be selected from the iPod library to be used as internal alarms. The iPod music can also be stopped. - Automatically take pictures at given times. Use the flashlight as a visual alert. - Load, save, import and export your settings, allowing you to share and have multiple configurations ready to be used. - Customize the look of each timer to your taste.

About

Segment Timer

This app synchronizes with a physical LED timer to manage multiple timed segments for practices and games. It offers full control over segment lengths, session duration, and provides clear, high-visibility displays for coaches and teams. Streamline your training and events with precise timekeeping.

Highlights
  • Connect to physical LED timer
  • Manage multiple timed segments
  • Monitor total session duration
  • Save and reuse segment configurations
  • Switch between countdown and pause/resume modes
  • User-friendly interface with large fonts
  • Customizable alerts and sound prompts
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Take your practices and games to the next level with the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app—the perfect companion to your Microframe Segment Timer LED Digital Timer. Designed to make time tracking effortless and precise, this versatile app allows you to set up and manage multiple segments, monitor total session duration, and keep everyone on your team fully informed of the current status. Our Segment Timer app ensures you have complete control and clarity over all timing details, whether intense training sessions, scrimmages, or official match play. Key Features 1. Full Control of Your Microframe Segment Timer o Seamlessly connect to your physical Microframe Segment Timer. o Adjust segments, reset the clock, and switch between timers with a tap. o Enjoy an intuitive interface designed for quick changes on the fly. 2. Flexible Segments & Easy Setup o Configure multiple segments (e.g., warm-up, drills, cool-down) within a single session. o Save and reuse segment configurations to simplify regular practice schedules. o Instantly change segment lengths, ensuring adaptable timing for any sport or activity. 3. High Visibility LED Timer Synchronization o Sync the app with your LED Segment Timer, featuring large, bright 6" digits for full-time and segment display, alongside a bold 12" timer. o Keep athletes, coaches, and spectators informed at a glance, thanks to the 30"x36" frame and eye-catching display. 4. Versatile Timer Modes o Switch between countdown segments or pause/resume modes to match your training or game requirements. o Manage elapsed time, segment transitions, and breaks—all from one comprehensive interface. 5. Ideal for Coaches and Teams o Boost your practice efficiency by organizing and clearly displaying each drill or segment. o Keep every player or staff member in sync, reducing confusion and boosting productivity. o Trust the timer for official matches or local tournaments, ensuring fairness and accuracy. 6. User-Friendly Interface o Designed with simplicity in mind, you can focus on the action instead of fumbling with settings. o Large, easy-to-read fonts and clear icons help you make quick changes, even mid-session. o Customizable alerts and sound prompts keep everyone aware of upcoming segment transitions. 7. Reliable Performance & Support o Engineered by Microframe Sports, a leader in LED digital displays and sports timing solutions. o Count on responsive customer service and regular app updates to enhance your experience. o Enjoy a stable connection via Bluetooth and RF communication (Bluetooth for programming and RF for remote control). From youth leagues to professional training camps, the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app elevates your timing precision and streamlines your sessions. Say goodbye to disorganized practices and miscommunications, and say hello to perfectly timed drills, accurate game clocks, and well-coordinated events. Get Started Today Download the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app to begin customizing your sessions and revolutionize how you track practice segments and game time. Our synchronized displays keep everyone on the same page, so you can focus on what matters most—improving practice efficiency and enjoying the sport you love. ________________________________________ Note: This app requires a compatible Microframe Segment Timer LED Digital Timer to unlock its full functionality.

Screenshots

Timer4 screens
Segment Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Segment Timer at Free against Timer's $3.99. Timer's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (218 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Segment Timer is free to download; Timer costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer has 218 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Timer versus Segment Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimerSegment Timer
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (218 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews80.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings218 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1212.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancis BonninMicroframe Corp

Customer experience

Timer

All ratings218 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews242 reviews
Positive80.2%
Neutral9.1%
Negative10.7%

Segment Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timer randomly changing time during use
  • Alarm not sounding when app is in background
  • Screen dimming and locking issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Multiple timers running concurrently
  • Ability to save and share custom timer presets
  • More vibration and sound alert options
  • Improved background mode and iOS 4 support

Segment Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Segment Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timer free?
Timer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Segment Timer free?
Segment Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Timer or Segment Timer?
Timer is rated higher. Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while Segment Timer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Timer or Segment Timer have ads?
Neither Timer nor Segment Timer shows ads.

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