Comparison

Serene Timer vs Three Pushups

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

Three Pushups

Features
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Three Pushups is a tiny-habit app built on one idea: make the goal so small you never fail. Just 3 push-ups a day. Tap to log a set of 3, keep your daily streak going, and watch a pixel-art companion grow the longer you stick with it. It's a calm, retro way to build a habit that actually lasts. FEATURES • One-tap logging — a tap = a set of 3 • Daily streaks that reward consistency, not intensity • A pixel companion and scenes that grow with your streak • Calendar view of every day you showed up • Stats: lifetime total, weekly chart, daily average • iCloud sync across your devices — no account needed • Clean pixel-art design with a cozy retro feel Small wins, every day. Start with 3. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Serene Timer4 screens
Three Pushups4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Serene Timer at none against Three Pushups's 2. Three Pushups's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 7 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Three Pushups sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Serene Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Serene Timer ships an update every 7 months, Three Pushups weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Serene Timer versus Three Pushups: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSerene TimerThree Pushups
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.517.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSebastian Ruhleder星 尹

In-app purchases

None

Serene Timer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Three Pushups

Subscriptions1
  • PLUS Annual$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • PLUS Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is Serene Timer free?
Serene Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Three Pushups free?
Three Pushups is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Serene Timer or Three Pushups have ads?
Neither Serene Timer nor Three Pushups shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Serene Timer or Three Pushups?
Serene Timer ships an update every 7 months, and Three Pushups weekly. Most recently, Serene Timer was updated on November 4, 2026 and Three Pushups on November 5, 2026.

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