# Visual Timer for Kids vs Theo's Timer

The clearest difference is price: Visual Timer for Kids at Free against Theo's Timer's $2.99. Visual Timer for Kids also leads on ratings volume (182 vs 1). Theo's Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Visual Timer for Kids is free to download; Theo's Timer costs $2.99 up front. Visual Timer for Kids sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Theo's Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Theo's Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Timer for Kids has 182 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Visual Timer for Kids | Theo's Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-tokimo/id6683312122/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theos-timer/id6758415177/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **182** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Size | 465 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nadiia Martyniuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757187452) | [Isaac Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832639715) |

## What reviewers say

### Visual Timer for Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids-tokimo/id6683312122)

This app helps children learn time management through a visual countdown timer. It features customizable themes, sounds, and animations to make tracking time enjoyable and motivating for kids. It's designed to support daily routines, homework, and playtime.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timer, Customizable themes and sounds, Fun animations and rewards, Timer statistics for habit building, Supports daily routines and tasks, Child-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| MONTHLY ACCESS | $7.99 | per month |
| YEARLY ACCESS | $24.99 | per year |
| LIFETIME ACCESS | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for kids
- 👍 Helps with routines
- 👍 Visual timer is effective
- 👍 Cute animals/pictures as rewards
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Free version very limited
- 👎 Too many ads
- 👎 Limited sound options for ASD sensitivity
- 👎 Volume control could be better
- 👎 Battery-powered, not rechargeable

**Requested features**

- Lock timer to prevent pausing/stopping
- More sound options, including no sound
- Customizable with own pictures
- Rechargeable battery option


### Theo's Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theos-timer/id6758415177)

This app offers a visual roadmap to help children learn patience, manage transitions, and develop time management skills. It's ideal for parents and therapists supporting children with autism, ADHD, or those needing extra visual aids.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer display, Add custom images, Adjustable time and display, Additional cues and feedback, Data collection, Record notes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Visual Timer for Kids free?

Visual Timer for Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Theo's Timer free?

Theo's Timer costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Visual Timer for Kids or Theo's Timer?

Theo's Timer is rated higher. Visual Timer for Kids averages 4.6 out of 5 from 182 ratings, while Theo's Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Visual Timer for Kids or Theo's Timer have ads?

Neither Visual Timer for Kids nor Theo's Timer shows ads.

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