M vs Donut timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
M
This utility app provides discreet timekeeping for situations where glancing at a watch is impractical. It's designed for performers, speakers, or anyone needing to monitor time without visual distraction.
- Discreet time display
- Ideal for performances
- Useful for speeches
- Supports Apple Watch
- iPhone and iPod compatible
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Comedians challenging a comedy contest cannot see their watch. If an app tell them the time, it's very helpful, so I made it. Maybe you can use this app for a speech in school or office.
Donut timer
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Donut Presentation Timer An intuitive timer app designed for smart time management in presentations, speeches, seminars, classes, cooking, cleaning, and more. With a beautiful donut-shaped visual, you can see your time allocation for each section at a glance. Key Features ■ Intuitive Donut-Shaped Timer Visualize your entire schedule with a color-coded donut chart. See which section you are currently in and how much time remains—instantly and clearly. ■ Flexible Section-Based Timing Create multiple sections to match the flow of your presentation. Assign a name, duration, and color to each section for precise control. ■ Lap Time Tracking Record actual presentation times with the built-in lap time feature. Compare planned time and actual progress in real time to stay on track. ■ Save Timer Presets Save frequently used timer setups with custom names. Quickly reuse the same configuration for recurring presentations or meetings. ■ Customizable Design Choose from over 10 color themes. Customize the look of your timer to match your style or the occasion. ■ Completion Notifications Get notified with sound and vibration when a section ends or the timer finishes. Stay aware of time even when you’re not looking at the screen. Perfect For Presenters and public speakers Teachers and instructors running classes or seminars Meeting and workshop facilitators Students and anyone who wants better time awareness People who want to time cleaning sessions efficiently Anyone who keeps burning their stew Anyone giving presentations with multiple sections Even if time management isn’t your strong suit, this app helps you stay focused and confident. Upgrade your presentations with a functional and elegant donut-shaped timer—and deliver like a professional.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: M at none against Donut timer's 1. M also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). On price 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
Both are free to download. Donut timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. M asks for nothing beyond the download.
M ships an update daily, Donut timer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | M | Donut timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tsuyoshi Nakajima | Hiroyuki Kako |
In-app purchases
M
No in-app purchases
Donut timer
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