# Break Timer vs Gentle Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Break Timer at none against Gentle Timer's 1. Break Timer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Gentle Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gentle Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Break Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Gentle Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gentle Timer has 376 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Break Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gentle Timer's.

Break Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, Gentle Timer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Break Timer | Gentle Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/break-timer/id527508344/reviews) | **[4.6 (376 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **376** |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HARASHOW Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/356148278) | [JOHNNY LI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778905380) |

## What reviewers say

### Break Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/break-timer/id527508344)

This app helps improve work efficiency by setting customizable work and break intervals. A cute tiger character notifies you when it's time to switch tasks or take a rest.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and break timers, Alarm notifications, Cute tiger character, Improves work efficiency, Simple interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Gentle Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-timer-visual-countdown/id6738017755)

This app offers a visually appealing, ad-free timer for focus, productivity, and managing children's routines. It supports various timer types, including countdown, Pomodoro, and interval, with extensive customization options for backgrounds, music, and themes. It also includes helpful everyday tools like a calculator and breathing exercises.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timers, Pomodoro focus sessions, Interval training timers, Multi timer support, Customizable backgrounds and music, Everyday utility tools

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Premium | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😍 Adorable and cute visuals
- 🎵 Fun and pleasant music/sounds
- 👍 Smooth, snappy, and easy to use
- 🎨 Artistic and whimsical design
- 🚀 Great functionality and performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 More free options desired
- 🔇 Occasional sound issues (no sound)
- 📱 Landscape mode not supported
- ⏳ Seconds not displayed on countdown
- ⬆️ Seconds set in increments of 10

**Reported bugs**

- No sound issues reported
- Seconds not displayed on countdown
- Landscape mode not working

**Requested features**

- More free options
- Landscape mode support
- Ability to set specific seconds
- Toggle off motion on settings menu
- Cat character option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Break Timer free?

Break Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Gentle Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Break Timer or Gentle Timer?

Gentle Timer is rated higher. Break Timer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Gentle Timer averages 4.6 from 376 ratings.

### Do Break Timer or Gentle Timer have ads?

Break Timer shows ads; Gentle Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Break Timer or Gentle Timer?

Break Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, and Gentle Timer every 2 days. Most recently, Break Timer was updated on October 9, 2026 and Gentle Timer on October 10, 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.*