Comparison

MinSec vs TimeSet

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

Head to head
About

MinSec

Easily manage multiple timers simultaneously for various activities like training or cooking. Set timers in advance to avoid repetitive input and streamline your workflow.

Highlights
  • Set multiple timers
  • Intuitive interface
  • Pre-set timers for recurring tasks
  • Manage timers without retyping
  • Supports watch and iPhone
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This application allows you to set multiple timers and is intuitive and easy to use. If you set timers in advance for training intervals, cooking, etc., you can manage timers without having to retype them.

About

TimeSet

Features
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Build your routine once. Start it again whenever you need it. TimeSet combines a multi timer with saved routines for workouts, study sessions and cooking. SAVE YOUR OWN TIMER ROUTINES • Give each step a name and duration, from warm-up to workout to rest. • Run timers in sequence or start them together to track several tasks. • Keep your favorite time sets in your library and run them again. DISCOVER ROUTINES IN THE MARKET • Browse time sets published by other users and add them to your library. • Search titles and purpose tags to find workout, focus and cooking routines. • Sort by newest, likes or downloads, and like sets you want to remember. • Publish your own time sets to share your routines with others. SHARE WITH FRIENDS • Share a time set privately using an invite code. • Enter a friend's code, preview the routine and add it to your library. MAKE EVERYDAY TIMING EASIER • Choose light or dark appearance. • Keep the screen awake while running a time set and adjust haptic feedback. • Link an account and sync your saved time sets. FREE AND PRO The free version stores up to 3 time sets. Market downloads require watching a rewarded ad. Pro is a one-time purchase with no subscription. Save unlimited time sets, download from the market without rewarded ads, and copy downloaded sets to customize them. Market, sharing and sync features require an internet connection. Create your next routine with TimeSet and be ready to start again.

Screenshots

MinSec4 screens
TimeSet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MinSec at none against TimeSet's shown. MinSec also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MinSec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and TimeSet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MinSec ships an update every 4 days, TimeSet every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MinSec versus TimeSet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinSecTimeSet
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomohisa UchidaHEYNOW

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MinSec

One-time2
  • Unlimited Alarm$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
1 purchases

TimeSet

One-time1
  • Timer-Set Pro$1.99

Questions

Is MinSec free?
MinSec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeSet free?
TimeSet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MinSec or TimeSet have ads?
TimeSet shows ads; MinSec does not.
Which is updated more often, MinSec or TimeSet?
MinSec ships an update every 4 days, and TimeSet every 2 weeks. Most recently, MinSec was updated on October 12, 2026 and TimeSet on October 19, 2026.

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