TimerZ vs HoldIt
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/
HoldIt
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How long can you hold it? HoldIt turns a simple press-and-hold gesture into a precise and satisfying timer. Choose one of ten button styles, press and hold, then release to save your time. Give each result an optional name, browse your history, and return to previous records whenever you want. Haptic feedback and looping sounds make every hold feel responsive, while Silent Mode keeps things quiet when needed. FEATURES • Press and hold to measure elapsed time • Ten distinctive button styles and sounds • Precise results down to hundredths of a second • Add an optional name to each record • Browse and manage your saved history • English and Turkish interface • Silent Mode and haptic feedback • No account or registration required • Records remain on your device HoldIt is free to use and supported by ads. An optional one-time purchase permanently removes all banner and full-screen ads. End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: TimerZ at none against HoldIt's shown. TimerZ also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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 and HoldIt sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | TimerZ | HoldIt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Squawk Studio, LLC | MUSTAFA CAN ERDEM |
In-app purchases
TimerZ
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Timer Z Pro$4.99
HoldIt
- Remove Ads$2.99









