Comparison

Timer vs Appliance Timer

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

Head to head
About

Timer

Features
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Timer is an efficient timer for time management. Minimalist, fresh and powerful, habit-forming tools, stay focused, and refuse to bow down. 【Main Functions】 It provides countdown and positive timing functions: it can remind you within the specified time to prevent the task from being missed after the time limit. and an extension with multi-timing capabilities. It provides a stopwatch function: it is suitable for all kinds of occasions that require accurate timing, easy to operate, and is suitable for sports, competitions and other affairs that require accurate timing. Countdown function is provided: It is suitable for recording and reminding important dates in your life, it can help you manage your time and ensure that you don't miss important anniversaries or events. Countdown days can be applied to various occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, exam dates, etc. It provides a custom function of timing sound effects: there are many built-in sound effects, and the reminder is very eye-catching. 【Pro Subscription】 - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. To cancel your subscription, you can go to your iPhone/iPad/iPod's Settings> [your name] > iTunes & App Store, tap your Apple ID, tap View Apple ID, tap Subscriptions, click on 'Cancel Subsciption' for the app. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy statement:https://txc.qq.com/products/669062/faqs-more?id=159237 Terms of use:https://txc.qq.com/products/669062/faqs-more?id=159235 Just check it out, my dear friends!

About

Appliance Timer

Features
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ReadyBy helps you make appliances finish when you actually want them to. Choose an appliance, pick its program length, and set the time you want it ready. ReadyBy calculates the delay setting for your dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, pressure cooker, rice cooker, EV charger, or other timed appliance. No more counting hours backward. No more wondering whether to set Delay Start, Delay End, Start At, or Finish At. ReadyBy gives you a clear instruction you can use on the appliance in front of you. Use ReadyBy to: - Plan dishwasher, laundry, dryer, cooking, and charging cycles - Calculate delay timers from your desired finish time - Save appliance programs you use often - Get reminders before a cycle starts or finishes - Avoid noisy overnight finishes with quiet hours - Keep timer history for repeated routines ReadyBy is local-first and simple by design. There is no account required, no smart-home setup, and no complicated automation. It is built for the everyday appliance timers already in your home. Supported across brands and formats, including Bosch, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, GE, Maytag, Electrolux, Miele, KitchenAid, Kenmore, Frigidaire, Haier, Fisher & Paykel, Smeg, Tefal, Cuisinart, Ninja, Breville, Thermador, Anova, Instant Pot, and V-ZUG-compatible workflows. ReadyBy Plus unlocks unlimited saved devices, unlimited active timers, saved routines, full history, and estimated cheaper-time planning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Timer4 screens
Appliance Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Appliance Timer at none against Timer's shown. Appliance Timer also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 13 months). 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. Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Appliance Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer ships an update every 13 months, Appliance Timer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Timer versus Appliance Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimerAppliance Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer颖欣 李Bhagya Silva

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Timer Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
3 purchases

Appliance Timer

Subscriptions3
  • ReadyBy Plus Weekly$0.997 Days
  • ReadyBy Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
  • ReadyBy Plus Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Timer free?
Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Appliance Timer free?
Appliance Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Timer or Appliance Timer have ads?
Timer shows ads; Appliance Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Timer or Appliance Timer?
Timer ships an update every 13 months, and Appliance Timer every 4 days. Most recently, Timer was updated on October 5, 2026 and Appliance Timer on September 24, 2026.

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