Hidden Timer vs One Tap Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hidden Timer
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A timer app that allows user to hide the time while the timer is running.
One Tap Timer
This app offers a straightforward countdown timer designed for everyday tasks. It features simple controls, quick setup with presets, and customizable alerts, all within a distraction-free interface. Ideal for studying, cooking, workouts, and more.
- Tap to start, pause, resume
- Minimalist, distraction-free interface
- Instant presets and custom duration
- Light and Dark visual themes
- Sound or vibration alerts
- Focus and study timer
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Looking for a simple timer? Stop fumbling with complex settings. Just tap and focus. One Tap Timer is the most intuitive countdown timer app for your daily life. We stripped away the clutter to give you a timer that just works. Whether you are studying, working out, or cooking, simply set your time and go. ■ SIMPLE & FAST • Simple Controls: Tap anywhere to start, pause, or resume. • Distraction-Free: A clean, minimal interface that lets you focus on the numbers. • Quick Setup: Use instant presets (30 seconds, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min) or set a custom duration. • Stay Awake: The screen never dims while your timer is running. ■ ALARMS & THEMES • Flexible Alarms: Choose between sound, vibration, or silent — perfect for quiet libraries or loud kitchens. • Background Alarms: Get an alarm when time's up, even with the screen off. • Visual Themes: Switch between a crisp Light Mode and an eye-friendly Dark Mode. ■ PERFECT FOR • Focus & Study: Pomodoro technique, exams, and reading sessions. • Board Games: Turn limits for Rummikub, Chess, or party games. • Work: Presentations, public speaking practice, and meetings. • Cooking: Boiling eggs, brewing coffee, or steeping tea. • Fitness: Planking, HIIT intervals, and rest between sets. ■ 100% FREE (OPTIONAL AD REMOVAL) One Tap Timer is completely free to use. An optional one-time purchase removes ads forever (No subscriptions). Experience the beauty of simplicity. Download One Tap Timer today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Timer at none against One Tap Timer's 1. One Tap Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, 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. One Tap Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Hidden Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hidden Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, One Tap Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hidden Timer | One Tap Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (33 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 33 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.8.3 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hideaki Uchikoshi | StedyWorks |
In-app purchases
Hidden Timer
No in-app purchases
One Tap Timer
- Remove Ads$2.99
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