TimerZ vs VideoHub
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TimerZ
This utility app allows users to set multiple countdown timers simultaneously, with options for custom alarms, background operation, and history logging. It offers advanced features like chained timers and Dropbox integration for saving and loading data.
- Multiple simultaneous timers
- Background operation
- Customizable alarms and sounds
- Timer chaining and looping
- Activity history logging
- Dropbox integration
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Why did we create another timer app when there are already dozens in the App Store? Because “Timer Z is the Last Timer You’ll Ever Need”! It's simple to use yet full featured. For example, you can easily set a timer to give a 15 seconds warning before another alarming at 1 minute mark. Some unique features of Timer Z are: - A simple count down timer can be set and started with just 3 taps - Multiple timers can be set and can run simultaneously - The timer will fire even if the Timer Z app is running in the background - Each timer can be named and set to expire after a time interval, or at a specific point in time like an alarm - While a timer is running, it can show remaining time or elapsed time since start, either in full hour/min/sec or just seconds - Background graphics shows the percent of time remaining - A running timer can be paused and resumed to continue where it left off - When a timer expires, there is a choice of alarm sounds, vibration, or no sound at all - Optionally the alarm can continue to sound until acknowledged - Upon expiration, a timer can start another timer, including itself in a loop - Timer activity history is saved and can be emailed, great for record keeping - Timer data can be saved and loaded from a linked Dropbox account Whether you’re looking for a simple timer, or one with all the bells-and-whistles, Timer Z is the best choice! NOTE: this version is limited to 2 timers. Use the convenient in-app purchase of Pro feature to add an unlimited number of timers, and eliminate all advertisements. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
VideoHub
Stream and organize all your media from cloud storage, home servers, or live TV channels in one unified app. Enjoy smooth playback of any format with advanced subtitle support and background audio.
- Stream from cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive)
- Connect to media servers (Plex, Emby)
- Access NAS and file servers (SMB, FTP)
- IPTV player with M3U support
- Play any video format
- Hardware-accelerated 4K playback
- Background audio and Picture-in-Picture
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VideoHub: Universal Media Player & Streaming Hub Stop switching between apps. VideoHub is the all-in-one media player for iPhone and iPad—built to stream, organize, and play everything from anywhere. Bring your entire media library together—local files, cloud storage, or home servers—in one powerful, beautifully designed app. ALL YOUR MEDIA. ONE PLACE. • Cloud Streaming: Play videos directly from Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Box • Media Servers: Connect instantly to Plex, Emby, and Jellyfin • NAS & File Servers: Access SMB, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and NFS—no downloads needed • IPTV Player: Stream live TV, sports, and news with M3U / M3U8 support • Network Streams: Open HTTP, RTSP, and RTMP links instantly • Wi-Fi Transfer: Upload videos wirelessly from your computer browser POWERFUL PLAYBACK ENGINE • Play Any Format: MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, FLV, WMV, and more • Smooth 4K Playback: Hardware-accelerated for performance and battery efficiency • Advanced Subtitles: Full control of internal & external subtitle tracks • Background Audio: Keep listening with the screen locked • Picture-in-Picture (PiP): Watch while using other apps DESIGNED FOR iOS • Elegant Dark Mode: Immersive cinematic viewing experience • Privacy First: Lock your media with Face ID / Touch ID / Passcode • Universal App: Optimized for both iPhone and iPad Your media deserves better. Download VideoHub and upgrade your viewing experience today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VideoHub at none against TimerZ's 2. VideoHub also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). TimerZ's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 3). On price, rating, ads 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. TimerZ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. VideoHub asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for TimerZ against 4.7 for VideoHub. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 3 respectively.
TimerZ ships an update every 3 months, VideoHub every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TimerZ | VideoHub |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (13 ratings) — better | 4.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Squawk Studio, LLC | Penghui Zhao |
Customer experience
TimerZ
VideoHub
In-app purchases
TimerZ
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Timer Z Pro$4.99
VideoHub
No in-app purchases









