# Repeat Timer vs Yapp Random Reminders

The clearest difference is rating: Yapp Random Reminders at 4.8 against Repeat Timer's 4.5. Yapp Random Reminders also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 64%). Repeat Timer's advantage is ratings volume (7.4K vs 2.3K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Yapp Random Reminders sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Yapp Random Reminders holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.4K and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 75% of Yapp Random Reminders's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Yapp Random Reminders |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yapp-random-reminders/id1437096658/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 2.3K |
| Positive reviews | 64.1% of reviews | **74.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 106 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Raul Hernandez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437096657) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967)

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable repeating timers, Optional interval timer cycles, Background operation with notifications, Multiple alert sounds, Visual and audio alerts, Precise duration setting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| RT Pro customers' upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Yapp Random Reminders

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yapp-random-reminders/id1437096658)

This app helps you stay motivated and organized by delivering custom messages and inspirational quotes randomly throughout your day. Manage your to-do items, view reminders on your home screen, and customize delivery times and sounds. Store and organize your reminders with iCloud integration.

**Highlights:** Customizable lock screen reminders, Inspirational quote integration, Unlimited reminder creation, Home screen widgets, Customizable delivery and sounds, iCloud storage and organization

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 🚀 Gentle, random reminders
- 🔒 No data collection
- 💡 Customizable affirmations/quotes
- 👍 Breathing/relaxation feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blank screen/crashes after updates
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🐛 Reminders not randomized properly
- 🐛 Reminders/data lost after updates
- 🔍 Limited number of reminders per day

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen on opening the app
- Reminders not working after iOS updates
- Widget not functioning properly
- Keyboard covers reminder text
- Reminders disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to set different reminder frequencies
- Sync reminders across devices
- More customization options (colors, fonts, etc.)
- Ability to export/backup reminders
- Increase maximum number of reminders per day


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Yapp Random Reminders free?

Yapp Random Reminders is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Repeat Timer or Yapp Random Reminders?

Yapp Random Reminders is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Yapp Random Reminders averages 4.8 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Repeat Timer or Yapp Random Reminders have ads?

Neither Repeat Timer nor Yapp Random Reminders shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Repeat Timer or Yapp Random Reminders?

Repeat Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Yapp Random Reminders every 3 weeks. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Yapp Random Reminders on October 9, 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.*