Comparison

Countdown vs Segment Timer

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

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About

Countdown

A minimalist, full-screen timer app designed for high visibility. It offers stopwatch, timer, and clock modes with customizable alerts and advanced control options. Ideal for events and games where a clear time display is essential.

Highlights
  • Full-screen countdown timer
  • Stopwatch, timer, and clock modes
  • Customizable chime or air horn alerts
  • Adjustable countdown duration up to 10 hours
  • Color-coded time display
  • Optional tenths of a second display
  • Bluetooth keyboard control
Features
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Replace the old sand timer in your favorite game with one that packs a punch! The countdown takes center stage in this app as a full-screen timer counts down the seconds. Run silently, or play a chime or air horn sound to let everyone know that time is up! Perfect for TV broadcasts, classrooms, debates, game shows, sporting events, or anywhere a highly visible stopwatch, timer, or clock with a streamlined appearance is needed. Features: + Beautiful design, maximizing countdown visibility + Tap anywhere to start or stop the countdown + Three modes - stopwatch, timer, or clock + Set a countdown up to 10 hours + Display the time in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, or purple Advanced features: + Optionally show tenths of a second during the last minute for extra excitement + Optionally flash during the last ten seconds + Optionally play an air horn or a chime sound when time is up + Optionally show elapsed time after the timer reaches 0:00 (double-tap or long-press the Timer icon on the settings screen to choose) + The device will not sleep while the timer is running + Background notifications make sure you know when your timer ends + Double-tap the time on the settings screen to switch between 1, 5, and 15-second increments Super-advanced features: + Control the timer remotely using a Bluetooth keyboard: The space bar starts/stops, escape resets, and you can change the countdown time by typing a number followed by enter. + Display the timer on an external screen using AirPlay mirroring, while keeping the controls visible only on your device! + Use side-by-side with other apps on iPad in slide-over or split-view mode

About

Segment Timer

This app synchronizes with a physical LED timer to manage multiple timed segments for practices and games. It offers full control over segment lengths, session duration, and provides clear, high-visibility displays for coaches and teams. Streamline your training and events with precise timekeeping.

Highlights
  • Connect to physical LED timer
  • Manage multiple timed segments
  • Monitor total session duration
  • Save and reuse segment configurations
  • Switch between countdown and pause/resume modes
  • User-friendly interface with large fonts
  • Customizable alerts and sound prompts
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Take your practices and games to the next level with the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app—the perfect companion to your Microframe Segment Timer LED Digital Timer. Designed to make time tracking effortless and precise, this versatile app allows you to set up and manage multiple segments, monitor total session duration, and keep everyone on your team fully informed of the current status. Our Segment Timer app ensures you have complete control and clarity over all timing details, whether intense training sessions, scrimmages, or official match play. Key Features 1. Full Control of Your Microframe Segment Timer o Seamlessly connect to your physical Microframe Segment Timer. o Adjust segments, reset the clock, and switch between timers with a tap. o Enjoy an intuitive interface designed for quick changes on the fly. 2. Flexible Segments & Easy Setup o Configure multiple segments (e.g., warm-up, drills, cool-down) within a single session. o Save and reuse segment configurations to simplify regular practice schedules. o Instantly change segment lengths, ensuring adaptable timing for any sport or activity. 3. High Visibility LED Timer Synchronization o Sync the app with your LED Segment Timer, featuring large, bright 6" digits for full-time and segment display, alongside a bold 12" timer. o Keep athletes, coaches, and spectators informed at a glance, thanks to the 30"x36" frame and eye-catching display. 4. Versatile Timer Modes o Switch between countdown segments or pause/resume modes to match your training or game requirements. o Manage elapsed time, segment transitions, and breaks—all from one comprehensive interface. 5. Ideal for Coaches and Teams o Boost your practice efficiency by organizing and clearly displaying each drill or segment. o Keep every player or staff member in sync, reducing confusion and boosting productivity. o Trust the timer for official matches or local tournaments, ensuring fairness and accuracy. 6. User-Friendly Interface o Designed with simplicity in mind, you can focus on the action instead of fumbling with settings. o Large, easy-to-read fonts and clear icons help you make quick changes, even mid-session. o Customizable alerts and sound prompts keep everyone aware of upcoming segment transitions. 7. Reliable Performance & Support o Engineered by Microframe Sports, a leader in LED digital displays and sports timing solutions. o Count on responsive customer service and regular app updates to enhance your experience. o Enjoy a stable connection via Bluetooth and RF communication (Bluetooth for programming and RF for remote control). From youth leagues to professional training camps, the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app elevates your timing precision and streamlines your sessions. Say goodbye to disorganized practices and miscommunications, and say hello to perfectly timed drills, accurate game clocks, and well-coordinated events. Get Started Today Download the Microframe Sports Segment Timer app to begin customizing your sessions and revolutionize how you track practice segments and game time. Our synchronized displays keep everyone on the same page, so you can focus on what matters most—improving practice efficiency and enjoying the sport you love. ________________________________________ Note: This app requires a compatible Microframe Segment Timer LED Digital Timer to unlock its full functionality.

Screenshots

Countdown4 screens
Segment Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Segment Timer at Free against Countdown's $1.99. Segment Timer also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Countdown's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (41 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Segment Timer is free to download; Countdown costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Countdown holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

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Countdown versus Segment Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCountdownSegment Timer
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (41 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#171 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBitBit AppsMicroframe Corp

Customer experience

Countdown

All ratings41 ratings
Positive78.0%
Neutral9.8%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral12.7%
Negative7.9%

Segment Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Countdown

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App cannot be quit on iOS 12.4
  • Phone heats up and slows down (reported once)
  • AirPlay/external display rotation issues (upside down/cut off)
  • Screen turns off after timer ends, requiring unlock

Requested features

24 requests
  • Show elapsed time after countdown ends
  • Airhorn as an option to start a countdown
  • European clock format (24h)
  • Countdown to a specific date and time
  • Add seconds to the clock display
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  • Fully hide menu/iPhone switchbar
  • Six-digit format
  • Multiple timers open simultaneously
  • Changeable background colors
  • Selectable/longer horn sound
  • Control from Apple Watch
  • Timer visible in other apps/home screen
  • Beep chime for the last 3 seconds
  • Flash color matching clock color
  • Prevent screen from shutting off when app is open
  • Option for alarm to repeat
  • Customizable 'countdown to start' feature
  • More sound variations
  • Visual clue for count-up feature
  • Count up screen background white only if flash is on
  • Tap twice anywhere to reset
  • Second, non-air horn, pleasant chime sound
  • Option to show seconds for clock display
  • Portrait mode option

Segment Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Countdown

No in-app purchases

None

Segment Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Countdown free?
Countdown costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Segment Timer free?
Segment Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Countdown or Segment Timer?
Countdown is rated higher. Countdown averages 4.1 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Segment Timer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Countdown or Segment Timer have ads?
Neither Countdown nor Segment Timer shows ads.

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