# Paint vs Gentle Timer

The clearest difference is update cadence: Gentle Timer at monthly against Paint's every 7 months. Paint's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Paint sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Gentle Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Paint against 5.0 for Gentle Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Paint ships an update every 7 months, Gentle Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paint | Gentle Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paint/id289520197/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-kids-wake-clock/id6749535492/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 23.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alteru Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434747758) | [BigBalli Consulting llc](https://appshunter.io/developer/363765325) |

## What reviewers say

### Paint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paint/id289520197)

This drawing application offers a simple interface for creating artwork. Users can draw, edit photos, add characters, and create wallet photos. It supports precise line drawing, color filling, shadow effects, and includes various stamps for creative expression.

**Highlights:** Simple user interface, Scrollable tool menu, Photo editing and enhancement, Precise line drawing, Color filling and shapes, Shadow effects, Stamp collection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Paint Ads Free | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Fun stamps and decorative elements for creative expression
- 💰 Affordable price point (under $1)
- 👶 Good for young children aged 3-8
- 🖼️ Ability to import and draw on photos
- 🌈 Color variety and selection options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐌 Severe lag and performance issues across devices
- 🎯 Poor drawing precision and accuracy
- ❌ Missing eraser/clear screen functionality
- 🔧 Limited and poorly organized tools
- 📐 No fill bucket tool for large areas

**Reported bugs**

- Extreme lag when drawing, especially on iPhone 4/4S and iPad
- Drawing lines appear after lifting finger from screen
- Images saved off-center or misaligned
- Orientation not preserved when saving imported photos
- Entire background deleted when removing first mark

**Requested features**

- Eraser tool or clear screen button
- Fill bucket/paint pot tool
- Text tool for adding text to images
- Ability to resize and move objects
- Zoom in/magnifying glass feature


### Gentle Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-kids-wake-clock/id6749535492)

This app helps children visualize time passing with a customizable image that gradually appears as a timer counts down. It's designed for calm routines like bedtime, naps, and getting ready, offering a screen-free, ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Visual time countdown, Customizable images, Calm routine aid, Offline functionality, No ads or tracking, Optional end-of-timer sound

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Full Unlock | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Paint free?

Paint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gentle Timer free?

Gentle Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Paint or Gentle Timer?

Paint and Gentle Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Paint or Gentle Timer have ads?

Neither Paint nor Gentle Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Paint or Gentle Timer?

Paint ships an update every 7 months, and Gentle Timer monthly. Most recently, Paint was updated on October 13, 2026 and Gentle Timer on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*