Comparison

HelloTimer vs ArcFocus

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

Head to head
About

HelloTimer

This app helps you build focus and rhythm with versatile timer functions. It supports multiple timers, background running, and real-time progress display on your lock screen or in a floating window. Track your time investment with detailed statistics for improved productivity.

Highlights
  • Multiple countdown and count-up timers
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen integration
  • Floating window mode (Picture-in-Picture)
  • Background timer operation
  • Save and track timer sessions
  • Chart-based time statistics
Features
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TimerPlus is more than a timer — it helps you build rhythm, stay focused, and move through your tasks with clarity. Count up, count down, or run multiple timers at once for study, workouts, cooking, deep work, and daily routines. 【Focus on Your Task】 • Dynamic Island & Lock Screen — See your timer in real time without unlocking your phone • Floating Window Mode — Picture-in-Picture lets you keep timing while handling other tasks • Background Running — Switch apps freely; your timers won’t stop 【Record & Understand Your Time】 Both count-up and countdown sessions can be saved. With chart-based statistics, you can clearly see how much time you invest in each task—making time management more rewarding. 【A Pure, Minimal Experience】 A clean and restrained interface with no unnecessary steps or distractions. Thanks for downloading! (#^.^#)

About

ArcFocus

Features
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ArcFocus is a clean, distraction-free focus timer combined with task planning and routine tracking. Build streaks, keep the screen awake while you work, and log progress with lightweight stats—all kept securely on your device. - Focus timer with immersive mode and routine reminders - Plan tasks and events together; track recurring routines - Local notifications; no cloud sync, no ads - Quick backups to JSON you control - Optional Lifetime Premium: unlimited routines, custom themes, deeper focus modes Support: tripflow.contact@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/ArcFocus-App-Page-2b3f5511043f803e83c1c0086986b80d

Screenshots

HelloTimer4 screens
ArcFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ArcFocus at 14.0 against HelloTimer's 16.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. HelloTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ArcFocus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HelloTimer versus ArcFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHelloTimerArcFocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer海峰 陈harim kang

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HelloTimer

One-time1
  • TimerPlus Lifetime Unlock$2.99
1 purchases

ArcFocus

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$2.99

Questions

Is HelloTimer free?
HelloTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArcFocus free?
ArcFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HelloTimer or ArcFocus have ads?
Neither HelloTimer nor ArcFocus shows ads.

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