Timer vs 3
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Timer
A minimalist timer app designed for everyday focus. It offers a clean interface with gesture controls and multiple display styles. The app works offline and provides background notifications for uninterrupted use.
- Minimalist design with multiple styles
- Simple gesture controls
- Multiple time display formats
- Background notifications
- Offline functionality
- Universal app support
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Just Time is a beautiful, simple timer for everyday focus. No ads. No subscriptions. No clutter. Just time. FEATURES: • Minimal timer design with multiple styles • Simple gesture controls • Multiple time display formats • Background notifications • No internet required • Optional lifetime unlock for $0.99 USD • Universal app for iPhone and iPad HOW TO USE: • Swipe around the circle to set time • Double-tap to start or pause • Tap the time to change display format • Swipe left or right to change styles • Tap to reset when done Perfect for cooking, workouts, meditation, studying, focus sessions, power naps, and more. Download Just Time and keep timing simple.
3
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A simple, instant countdown timer that starts the moment you open it. No menus, no setup — just launch the app and the countdown begins right away. FEATURES • Starts automatically on launch Just tap the icon. No settings screen to hunt through. • Adjustable from 1 to 10 minutes Use the − / + buttons to change the duration in 1-minute steps. • Lock Screen & Dynamic Island support Keep an eye on the remaining time right from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. • Never miss the finish A notification, sound, and vibration let you know when time's up. • Optional ambient sound Toggle a calming forest ambience on or off whenever you like. • One-tap start from the Home Screen (Quick Actions) Long-press the app icon to instantly start a 1, 3, 5, or 10-minute timer. • Icon reflects your setting The Home Screen icon updates to show the number of minutes you've set. Great for: • Waiting for instant noodles or tea to steep • Workout or swimming intervals • Brushing your teeth or washing your face • A quick break or focus session Works on iPhone and iPad. Contains banner ads.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Timer at none against 3's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Timer | 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Humberto Prado Ballesteros | Legal Prompt Inc. |
In-app purchases
Timer
No in-app purchases
3
No in-app purchases









