Serene Timer vs Stillscreen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Serene Timer
This app provides a gentle and calm way to wake up or end meditation sessions. It uses sounds that gradually increase in volume, easing you into alertness without startling you. Ideal for naps and relaxation, it promotes a refreshed and centered feeling.
- Gradually increasing sound volume
- Gentle wake-up experience
- Supports meditation and naps
- Calm and tranquil soundscapes
- No harsh tones or jolts
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Tired of timers that shock you awake? Serene Timer offers a kinder, calmer way to wake up, perfect for meditation, naps, and relaxation. With sounds that gradually ramp up in volume, Serene Timer gently eases you back into alertness, leaving you refreshed and centered instead of startled. Whether you need a soft wake-up after a power nap or a gentle end to your meditation, Serene Timer is designed to support your wellness. No harsh tones, no jolts—just a smooth, tranquil rise that fits seamlessly into your routine. Discover the peaceful alternative to abrupt alarms.
Stillscreen
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Stillscreen is a quiet app for moments when your nervous system feels overloaded. It's not a meditation app. It doesn't ask you to fix anything. It doesn't track streaks or demand daily habits. It simply gives you a calm place to pause. When to use Stillscreen: - When your thoughts start racing - When your body feels activated or tense - When you don't know what else to do - When you need something simple, right now No preparation. No learning curve. How it works: - Open the app - Tap Reset - Take 90 seconds That's it. After the cycle, you can gently check in with how you feel - without judgment or scoring. What makes Stillscreen different: - Not a meditation app - no guided sessions or long practices - Regulation-first - designed for acute moments, not habits - No pressure - no streaks, reminders, or guilt - Minimal by design - calm visuals, soft audio, nothing extra Stillscreen is meant to get out of the way. Who it's for: - People dealing with everyday anxiety or stress - Anyone who feels overwhelmed by traditional wellness apps - Those who want something quiet, simple, and respectful You don't need to feel a certain way for it to work. Privacy: Stillscreen does not require an account and does not track you across apps. Your experience stays private. Stillscreen - 90 seconds to reset.
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Verdict
Serene Timer and Stillscreen are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Serene Timer | Stillscreen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sebastian Ruhleder | Callisto Holdings LLC |
In-app purchases
Serene Timer
No in-app purchases
Stillscreen
No in-app purchases









