今昔きもの大市 vs Rice Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
今昔きもの大市
Read full descriptionHide full description
アンティーク着物、リサイクル着物等の展示即売 袖を通せば、いつもの景色も違って見える。その着姿が、景色を変える・・・ こんな力のある衣装って、きものしかありませんよね。 きもので行くなら、お宝きものを探すなら、今昔きもの大市。
Rice Timer
Read full descriptionHide full description
Say goodbye to expensive takeout and hello to perfectly cooked stovetop rice! "I don't own a rice cooker, but I occasionally crave homemade rice..." "I want to make my own sushi and onigiri, but cooking rice on the stove seems too hard." "I want to eat healthier with brown rice or barley, but I always ruin it." You don't need to buy a bulky, expensive appliance just to enjoy rice every now and then! Rice Timer is your ultimate kitchen companion. With just a regular pot and this app, you can cook authentic, restaurant-quality rice right on your stove. Perfect for Authentic Japanese Cuisine Love Japanese food? The secret to great Sushi, Onigiri (rice balls), or hearty Donburi (rice bowls) is perfectly cooked, authentic short-grain rice. Rice Timer guides you through the precise traditional stovetop method used in Japan, ensuring your rice turns out perfectly fluffy with that ideal, slightly sticky texture. ◆The Ultimate "Grain Blend" Feature Why stick to plain white rice? Rice Timer’s standout feature allows you to mix different grains effortlessly for health and flavor. We automatically calculate the perfect cooking time for your custom blend White x Brown Rice Get the incredible health benefits of whole grains without sacrificing the soft texture of white rice. White x Barley The perfect low-effort diet hack! Add a satisfying, healthy chew to your daily meals. White x Sticky Rice Craving a chewy, mochi-like texture? Mix in sweet/sticky rice for a satisfying traditional "Okowa" style bowl. ◆Save Money & Skip the Takeout Craving sushi or a healthy grain bowl? Skip the expensive delivery apps! Cooking rice in a pot is the easiest way to cut down on food expenses. It's the perfect, stress-free first step into building healthy, affordable home-cooking habits. ◆Key Features No Rice Cooker Needed Get perfect results using a Dutch oven, cast-iron pot, or just a standard saucepan. ◆Custom Blend Ratios Easily mix white, brown, sticky rice, and barley to find your golden ratio. ◆Stovetop Step-by-Step Timer Never burn your rice again. The app guides you through soaking, boiling, simmering, and resting phases with clear, timely alarms. ◆Immersive, Zen Design Enjoy a beautiful, calming interface inspired by Japanese aesthetics that makes cooking feel like a relaxing, mindful ritual. Master authentic Japanese rice, discover healthy grain blends, and start your delicious home-cooking journey today!
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: 今昔きもの大市 at none against Rice Timer's shown. Rice Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 17 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
今昔きもの大市 ships an update every 17 months, Rice Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 今昔きもの大市 | Rice Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 95 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DESIGN AVENUE, Y.K. | Kazuo Miki |
In-app purchases
今昔きもの大市
No in-app purchases
Rice Timer
No in-app purchases









