# Time Timer vs Random Team Selector Starter

The clearest difference is rating: Time Timer at 4.6 against Random Team Selector Starter's 3.4. Time Timer also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 33%) and ratings volume (15K vs 5). Random Team Selector Starter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Time Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.95 per year. Random Team Selector Starter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Time Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Time Timer has 15K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Time Timer's written reviews are positive against 33% of Random Team Selector Starter's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Time Timer | Random Team Selector Starter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-timer/id332520417/reviews)** | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-team-selector-starter/id1138657445/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 174 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Time Timer LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/332520420) | [EDTECH MONSTER LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/686934052) |

## What reviewers say

### Time Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-timer/id332520417)

This app provides a visual representation of time passing, making it easier to manage tasks and routines. It's designed to be inclusive and flexible for various needs, from educational settings to personal productivity.

**Highlights:** Iconic visual timer with disappearing disk, Inclusive design for various needs, Flexible routine creation and sequencing, Multiple timers and preset options, Customizable sound, vibration, and color

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all Time Timer features | $9.95 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for ADHD and autism
- 🚀 Great visual timer
- 👍 Customizable timers
- 👍 Useful for presentations and meetings
- 👍 Indispensable for organization and time management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable sound/vibration alerts
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when phone is locked or app is minimized
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔋 Screen turns off during timer
- 👎 Subscription model for some features

**Reported bugs**

- No timers show up in app
- Timer stops working when phone is locked
- Inconsistent dark mode implementation
- Vibration doesn't work as expected

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Watch complication
- Allow rearranging of timers
- Ability to continue timer after time is up
- Option to change timer color and background
- Lock timer settings on Apple Watch


### Random Team Selector Starter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-team-selector-starter/id1138657445)

Easily divide students into random teams for classroom activities. This app offers fun graphics, sound effects, and animations to keep students engaged. The free version supports up to 3 groups with 20 students each.

**Highlights:** Random team assignment, Student name entry, Custom graphics and animations, Sound effects, Group management, Active/inactive student selection

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Time Timer free?

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

### Is Random Team Selector Starter free?

Random Team Selector Starter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Time Timer or Random Team Selector Starter?

Time Timer is rated higher. Time Timer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Random Team Selector Starter averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do Time Timer or Random Team Selector Starter have ads?

Neither Time Timer nor Random Team Selector Starter shows ads.

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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.*