Comparison

EKtimer vs VTimer

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

Head to head
About

EKtimer

Features
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A simple timer that's divides time into sequences of steps. Each step may play a sound when it ends. The app may also control supported external displays.

About

VTimer

Features
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VTimer is a customizable interval timer that repeats vibration or sound alerts at intervals you set. You can adjust the alert interval and alert length separately, making it easy to fit the timer to workouts, stretching, breathing exercises, study sessions, timed problem-solving, and other repeating routines. Choose vibration or sound for each repeat. In sound mode, you can pick an audio file from your device, preview it, and apply it in a few taps so the timer fits your routine. On the timer screen, you can check the remaining time, current status, and completed cycle count at a glance. Quick presets let you apply commonly used settings instantly, while simple start, pause, and reset controls keep the experience focused and easy to use. Full-screen mode hides unnecessary elements and shows the timer in large digits. Key benefits - Set the alert interval and alert length separately - Choose repeating vibration or sound alerts - Select and preview your own alert sound - Check remaining time, alert mode, and completed cycles at a glance - Apply common intervals quickly with presets - View the timer in large digits in full-screen mode - Personalize the timer look with theme and color options Features 1. Timer - Countdown display - Visual progress ring - Running, alerting, and paused status display - Completed cycle count - Full-screen mode 2. Settings - Set the alert interval in hours, minutes, and seconds - Alert length - Vibration or sound mode - Custom sound selection, preview - Theme mode and color options 3. Quick Start - Presets for commonly used intervals - Fast setup with a single tap 4. Running Session - Start, pause, and reset controls - Check the current session flow at a glance Notes - On iPhone, vibration can feel different between foreground use and background or lock-screen alerts. - Background alerts follow iOS system notification behavior and device settings. If you want an interval timer that repeats exactly the way you prefer, VTimer gives you flexible control without unnecessary complexity. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://steadyseller.com/home/en/privacy-policy

Screenshots

EKtimer3 screens
VTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EKtimer at none against VTimer's 1. EKtimer also leads on ads (none vs shown). VTimer's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. VTimer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year. EKtimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EKtimer ships an update every 4 months, VTimer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
EKtimer versus VTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEKtimerVTimer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly โ€” better
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon BergYeongsang Kim

In-app purchases

None

EKtimer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VTimer

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads Annual$1.991 Year

Questions

Is EKtimer free?
EKtimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VTimer free?
VTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EKtimer or VTimer have ads?
VTimer shows ads; EKtimer does not.
Which is updated more often, EKtimer or VTimer?
EKtimer ships an update every 4 months, and VTimer monthly. Most recently, EKtimer was updated on October 1, 2026 and VTimer on October 9, 2026.

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