Comparison

ShowTimer for Performers vs Coda Magic

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

Head to head
About

ShowTimer for Performers

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This app is a simple timer that works to keep your show on time. Simply set the total time of your show, and the interval time (how many minutes you want to be be reminded have passed). Hit START when you start your show. Every time the interval time passes, it will vibrate in your pocket, adding an additional vibration every time the interval time passes. Once the Timer runs out, the app will vibrate continuously until you stop the timer! It will even play a chime if you need an audio cue! Works with the phone locked as well as on. Will also show you the stats via a live activity on your home screen! Stay on time, every time, with ShowTimer!

About

Coda Magic

Features
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Coda is a powerful communication tool built for magicians and mentalists. Send and receive numbers discreetly with an accomplice in real time while performing a wide range of magic and mentalism effects. โ€ข Fully Customisable Keypad โ€” Design the keypad around your routine and performance style. โ€ข Real-Time Sync โ€” Numbers are transmitted instantly between connected devices. โ€ข Accomplice Mode โ€” Seamlessly send or receive information during live performances. โ€ข Full API Support โ€” Integrate Coda with other magic products, apps, hardware, and custom workflows. โ€ข Built for Performance โ€” Fast, discreet, flexible, and designed specifically for professional performers. One tool. Endless possibilities.

Screenshots

ShowTimer for Performers4 screens
Coda Magic2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Coda Magic at Free against ShowTimer for Performers's $19.99. Coda Magic also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). ShowTimer for Performers's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Coda Magic is free to download; ShowTimer for Performers costs $19.99 up front. Coda Magic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ShowTimer for Performers asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShowTimer for Performers ships an update every 10 days, Coda Magic every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
ShowTimer for Performers versus Coda Magic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShowTimer for PerformersCoda Magic
Price$19.99Free โ€” better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad โ€” better
Requires iOS16.216.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size4 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndEtc, Inc.Pratik Shirsat

In-app purchases

None

ShowTimer for Performers

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Coda Magic

One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$999.99

Questions

Is ShowTimer for Performers free?
ShowTimer for Performers costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Coda Magic free?
Coda Magic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ShowTimer for Performers or Coda Magic have ads?
Neither ShowTimer for Performers nor Coda Magic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShowTimer for Performers or Coda Magic?
ShowTimer for Performers ships an update every 10 days, and Coda Magic every 4 days. Most recently, ShowTimer for Performers was updated on November 4, 2026 and Coda Magic on November 9, 2026.

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