Comparison

Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control vs Kitchen Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control

This kitchen timer offers voice control for hands-free operation and background alerts. Its elegant, seasonally inspired design adds beauty to your kitchen, while customizable settings ensure a personalized experience for various timing needs.

Highlights
  • Voice control for start/stop
  • Background alerts and alarms
  • Seasonal color themes
  • Easy-to-read display
  • Large, accessible buttons
  • Customizable settings
Features
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This Kitchen Timer+ features an elegant design, is easy to read and use, and works in the background. Simply say "Start" or "Stop" to control the timer with your voice. Use it for cooking, studying, working out, napping, or any other timing needs in your daily life. * Beautifully Designed Timer App Inspired by Japan's four seasons, the timer comes in four colors: pink (cherry blossoms in spring), green (young rice sprouts in summer), orange (maple leaves in autumn), and white (snow in winter).
Designed with traditional Japanese colors, this timer app adds beauty and harmony to your kitchen, making daily cooking a more enjoyable experience. * Notifies You Even When in the Background Even if the app is running in the background, the timer will notify you when the countdown finishes. It will vibrate and play an alarm sound when the timer reaches zero. * Voice Control for Timer Operation Simply say "Start" or "Stop" to control the timer with your voice, allowing you to operate it hands-free while cooking or exercising. * Easy-to-Read Timer Display Panel We have fine-tuned the timer's readability through repeated iterations to ensure the time is easily visible. The custom-designed large, clean, and bold font is easy to read on your smartphone's screen. * Large, Easy-to-Press Buttons in a Keypad Layout The buttons are arranged in a familiar keypad layout, thoughtfully designed with comfortable spacing and size for easy operation. * Detailed Customization Options You can adjust detailed settings such as alarm volume, vibration on/off, confirmation sounds for button presses, and pre-alarm notifications set to trigger before the timer reaches zero. Customize it according to your preferences for an ideal experience. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Kitchen Timer

Features
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TastyTimer makes perfect cooking effortless—no more guesswork, overcooked steaks or underdone rice. Whether you’re grilling, boiling or baking, TastyTimer’s built-in food library and customizable templates keep every dish on point. Why you’ll love TastyTimer Precision Cooking: Choose from dozens of pre-programmed timers (eggs, pasta, steak, vegetables) with built-in temperature, rest-time and cooking-method settings. Custom Recipes: Save your family’s secret recipes as reusable timer templates—set duration, color-code, add notes and rest times in a tap. Multi-Task Mastery: Run, pause or track multiple timers simultaneously—never lose track of anything simmering, searing or steaming. Total Control: Switch between light, dark or system themes, pick your alarm sound, toggle vibrations and use °C or °F units for your workflow. History & Insights: Review past timers, quickly re-launch favorite recipes, and see what’s worked best—right in the app. Spend less time watching the clock and more time enjoying delicious results. Download TastyTimer today and turn every meal into a masterpiece. Terms of Use: https://tastytimer.com/terms

Screenshots

Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control4 screens
Kitchen Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Kitchen Timer at none against Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control's shown. Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and Kitchen Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control ships an update every 6 weeks, Kitchen Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control versus Kitchen Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKitchen Timer+ Voice ControlKitchen Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpringboard Inc.Heap Labs LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Plan$0.491 Month
  • Annual Premium Plan$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$3.99
2 purchases

Kitchen Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control free?
Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kitchen Timer free?
Kitchen Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control or Kitchen Timer have ads?
Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control shows ads; Kitchen Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control or Kitchen Timer?
Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control ships an update every 6 weeks, and Kitchen Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Kitchen Timer+ Voice Control was updated on October 7, 2026 and Kitchen Timer on October 10, 2026.

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