# Repeat Timer vs Project Timer ~ Count works

The clearest difference is rating: Project Timer ~ Count works at 4.8 against Repeat Timer's 4.1. Project Timer ~ Count works also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 45%) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Repeat Timer's advantage is ratings volume (543 vs 77). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Project Timer ~ Count works sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Project Timer ~ Count works holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 543 ratings behind it against 77, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 87% of Project Timer ~ Count works's.

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, Project Timer ~ Count works every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Project Timer ~ Count works |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (543 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer/id443410415/reviews) | **[4.8 (77 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/project-timer-count-works/id1398945366/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **543** | 77 |
| Positive reviews | 44.9% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 89 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foobar Creative](https://appshunter.io/developer/464777525) | [Kazuya Kobayashi](https://appshunter.io/developer/906985632) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer/id443410415)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Repeat Timer Premium Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Project Timer ~ Count works

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/project-timer-count-works/id1398945366)

Understand how you spend your time by tracking activities like studying, developing, or exercising. Accumulate time across projects and review your progress to see how you're doing compared to previous periods.

**Highlights:** Project-based timer tracking, Start and stop timer functionality, App can be closed while timer runs, Review work progress over time, Create custom projects, Track time for various activities

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disable Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Project Timer ~ Count works free?

Project Timer ~ Count works is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Repeat Timer or Project Timer ~ Count works?

Project Timer ~ Count works is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 543 ratings, while Project Timer ~ Count works averages 4.8 from 77 ratings.

### Do Repeat Timer or Project Timer ~ Count works have ads?

Both Repeat Timer and Project Timer ~ Count works show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Repeat Timer or Project Timer ~ Count works?

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, and Project Timer ~ Count works every 10 days. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on October 10, 2026 and Project Timer ~ Count works 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.*