Serene Timer vs Silent Meditation Timer Anatta
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.
Silent Meditation Timer Anatta
This app offers a simple, silent meditation experience with customizable timers and a diary to record insights. It focuses on the practice of letting go and finding clarity without guided sessions or complex data.
- Non-guided meditation timers
- Bell ringing for start/stop
- Meditation diary for insights
- Customizable timers and themes
- Simple, rhythmic experience
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Anatta is more than a timer; it is an altar to reflect. Anatta in Pali means "non-self". In a world that demands your constant attention, Anatta helps you practice the art of letting go because there is no self. Your feelings and thinkings are not yours, they are just like clouds, come and go. This app is designed for those who seek clarity without the noise of guided voices or complex analytics. Set your duration, and join in a silent sit. Enjoy the simple, rhythmic beauty of being unfazed. Features: - Easy non guided meditation timers with bell ringing to start and stop - Meditation diary to keep insights after each meditation - Customize the timers, themes and more Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Serene Timer at none against Silent Meditation Timer Anatta's 1. Serene Timer also leads on iOS requirement (17.5 vs 26.2). Silent Meditation Timer Anatta's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Silent Meditation Timer Anatta sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Serene Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Serene Timer against 5.0 for Silent Meditation Timer Anatta. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Serene Timer ships an update every 7 months, Silent Meditation Timer Anatta every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Serene Timer | Silent Meditation Timer Anatta |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sebastian Ruhleder | FAMILY DOG PTY LTD |
Customer experience
Serene Timer
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In-app purchases
Serene Timer
No in-app purchases
Silent Meditation Timer Anatta
- Anatta Lifetime$9.99
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