Comparison

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch vs Repeat Timer

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

Head to head
About

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various activities like cooking, workouts, and daily routines. Build complex interval timers with custom segments and receive voice announcements. Save and reuse timer templates for efficient time management.

Highlights
  • Multiple timers and stopwatches
  • Multi-step interval timers
  • Customizable timer segments
  • Voice announcements
  • Timer templates (HIIT, Pomodoro)
  • Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration
  • Home Screen widgets
Features
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Set multiple timers and stopwatches at once. Build multi-step and interval timers for workouts, cooking, and daily routines. Adjust time on the fly without stopping. Timer+ handles everything you throw at it. Downloaded over 9 million times! Get the top timer app that’s repeatedly rated 5-stars by users. Create, label and reuse timers for anything – yoga stretches, cooking rice, workouts, timed quizzes, therapeutic treatments or remembering to take your pills. Perfect for busy people, multi-taskers, and forgetful folks. Loved by parents, athletes, chefs, teachers and students… TIMERS Great for laundry, cooking, naps, meetings, and study sessions. + Count down for a set duration (up to 99 days) + Repeat up to 64 times + Add or remove time while a timer is running + Pause, resume, and skip repeated runs + Count up after a timer ends so you can extend it or see when it finished + Show eligible non-repeating timers on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island STOPWATCHES Great for workouts, speeches, meditation, therapy, and timing between medications. + Track elapsed time from the moment you start + Pause and resume anytime + Record laps and assign custom names so they are easy to identify in history + Show eligible running stopwatches on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island COUNTDOWNS Best for birthdays, deadlines, appointments, travel days, and other important events. + Count down to a specific date and time + Count up after the target time passes CUSTOM AND INTERVAL TIMERS Ideal for Tabata, HIIT, yoga flows, breathing exercises, baking bread, and other multi-step routines. + Build multi-segment timers with as many steps as you need + Set a custom name, duration, color, and sound for each segment + Hear voice announcements at the start, halfway point, and with 10 or 3 seconds left + Add Countdown To Start, Warmup, and Cooldown segments + Add rest intervals between rounds + Repeat full routines for a set number of rounds, with optional time between sets TIMER TEMPLATES + Tabata and HIIT templates for work and rest intervals + Pomodoro and Focus templates for work and break cycles + EMOM templates for every-minute-on-the-minute training TIMER HISTORY + Save each timer run so you can review it later WIDGETS + Add Home Screen widgets for any timer + Start, stop, and reset timers from a widget + Use the Active Timers widget to see all running timers APPLE WATCH + Start timers on Apple Watch + See running timers on Apple Watch APP INTENTS & SHORTCUTS + Create, start, stop, and reset timers with App Intents and Shortcuts QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q: Why use Timer+ instead of the built-in Clock app? A: Use Timer+ when the built-in Clock app is too limited for the way you actually time things. It is better for workouts, cooking with multiple dishes, productivity sessions, medications and daily routines because you can save reusable timers, run multiple stopwatches, repeat timers automatically, adjust time while a timer is running, run very long timers up to 99 days, and keep timing after a timer ends so you can see how late it is or keep going without starting over. Q: What is included in Timer+ Pro? A: Timer+ Pro is a paid tier that enables unlimited timers, unlocks the full timer history, unlocks advanced voice announcements and timer segments like Warmup and Cooldown, and removes all ads. www.timerplusapp.com/privacy www.timerplusapp.com/terms

About

Repeat Timer

This app provides a flexible repeating timer for work and relaxation. Set custom durations and repeat counts, and receive notifications for each cycle. It integrates with widgets, Siri, and Apple Watch for seamless use.

Highlights
  • Customizable duration and repeat count
  • Background notifications
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • Quick entry for common timers
Features
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Set a duration, set how many times it repeats, and Repeat Timer counts you through it. Leave the app open to watch the countdown, or close it and get an alert on every repeat. THREE KINDS OF TIMER - Repeat: one duration, looped as many times as you like - Interval: different phases in sequence, each with its own length - Standard: a plain countdown NEW IN 4.0 - A brand new Apple Watch app, rebuilt from scratch. All three kinds of timer live on your watch, so you can start, pause and finish a session with your phone nowhere near you - Watch face complications with a live progress gauge - Lock Screen alarms that get through silent mode and a locked phone - Confirmation mode: the next repeat will not start until you acknowledge the last one, so nothing gets skipped while you are not looking - A full redesign for iOS 26, with a rounded typeface and haptics throughout FEATURES - Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets you can start, pause and skip without opening the app - A full screen timer for when you want nothing else on the display - Timer cards that flip over to reveal their settings - Siri and Shortcuts support - Notifications on every repeat, so you can get on with something else PERFECT FOR - Cooking, when something needs turning every few minutes - Standing up and stretching at work - Drinking water through the day - Focus blocks and pomodoro sessions, with planned breaks - Physiotherapy sets and holds - Watering plants for a set time each - Looking away from the screen every twenty minutes - Medication on a schedule Repeat Timer Premium Subscription Upgrade to access all features Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch4 screens
Repeat Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch at 4.8 against Repeat Timer's 4.2. Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (41K vs 535). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Repeat Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch has 41K ratings behind it against 535, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch's written reviews are positive against 45% of Repeat Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch ships an update every 10 days, Repeat Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch versus Repeat Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer+ Countdown & StopwatchRepeat Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (41K ratings) — better4.2 (535 ratings)
Positive reviews66.5% of reviews — better44.8% of reviews
Number of ratings41K — better535
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMinima SoftwareFoobar Creative

Customer experience

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

All ratings40,910 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews808 reviews
Positive66.5%
Neutral8.8%
Negative24.8%

Repeat Timer

All ratings535 ratings
Positive77.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative15.5%
Written reviews183 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral14.2%
Negative41.0%

User reviews

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

From 41K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for multiple timers
  • 💡 Customizable alarm sounds
  • 👍 Helpful for cooking and productivity
  • 👍 Reliable and works as expected

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with timers not updating correctly
  • 🔋 Potential battery drain
  • 🔍 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🔒 Inconsistent Apple Watch integration

Repeat Timer

From 535 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent repeat timer
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Versatile for various use cases
  • 👍 Good notification sounds
  • 👍 Helpful for productivity and exercise

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited free version, requires subscription for full features
  • 🐛 Notifications/alarms not always reliable
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔋 Drains battery when running in background
  • 🔒 Lack of customization options in free version

Bugs and requests

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timers not always triggering notifications
  • Issues with timer display when locked or in background
  • Ads reappearing after purchasing pro version

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to chain/sequence multiple timers
  • Improve sorting and organization of timers
  • Allow more customization options for timers
  • Implement sync across devices
  • Add a 'days' counter for long timers

Repeat Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timers not working consistently in background
  • Apple Watch integration issues
  • Inconsistent behavior when setting longer timer durations

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to set custom intervals (e.g. 8 seconds)
  • Option for alternating interval lengths
  • Vibration mode for silent notifications
  • Ability to pause/resume timers
  • More timer sound options

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

Subscriptions7
  • Pro$0.997 Days
  • Pro$1.991 Month
  • Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Pro1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • Pro1 Year trial$19.991 Year
  • Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro$29.99
  • Timer+ Pro$44.99
4 purchases

Repeat Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Repeat Timer Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Repeat Timer Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Repeat Timer Premium Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Upgrade$49.99

Questions

Is Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch free?
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Repeat Timer free?
Repeat Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Repeat Timer?
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch is rated higher. Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch averages 4.8 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Repeat Timer averages 4.2 from 535 ratings.
Do Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Repeat Timer have ads?
Both Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch and Repeat Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Repeat Timer?
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch ships an update every 10 days, and Repeat Timer monthly. Most recently, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch was updated on September 24, 2026 and Repeat Timer on September 21, 2026.

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