# Tap Timer vs VibeCraft Timer

The clearest difference is rating: VibeCraft Timer at 5.0 against Tap Timer's 4.0. VibeCraft Timer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). Tap Timer's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tap Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and VibeCraft Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VibeCraft Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tap Timer has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Tap Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of VibeCraft Timer's.

Tap Timer ships an update fortnightly, VibeCraft Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tap Timer | VibeCraft Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-timer-interval-countdown/id6743085630/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vibecraft-timer/id6752611668/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Max Lottermoser](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654810830) | [YU CHEN YEH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674576975) |

## What reviewers say

### Tap Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-timer-interval-countdown/id6743085630)

This app provides silent, vibration-based interval timing directly on your wrist. Build custom routines for workouts, focus sessions, or mindfulness practices with an intuitive drag-and-drop editor. It runs standalone on your Apple Watch and integrates with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Custom haptic alerts for interval phases, Standalone Apple Watch app, Drag-and-drop routine builder, Apple Health integration, Silent, vibration-based feedback, No ads or subscriptions

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access (Lifetime) | $10.99 | one-time |


### VibeCraft Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vibecraft-timer/id6752611668)

This app provides a silent, discreet haptic timer for your Apple Watch. It replaces audible alarms with customizable vibrations, perfect for meditation, focus, or any situation requiring a quiet alert. Enjoy a private experience with no data collection.

**Highlights:** Custom haptic intensity, Standalone watchOS app, 3-second vibration test mode, Slide-to-cancel timer, Adjust intensity on the fly, No data collection

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tap Timer free?

Tap Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is VibeCraft Timer free?

VibeCraft Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tap Timer or VibeCraft Timer?

VibeCraft Timer is rated higher. Tap Timer averages 4.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while VibeCraft Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tap Timer or VibeCraft Timer have ads?

Neither Tap Timer nor VibeCraft Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tap Timer or VibeCraft Timer?

Tap Timer ships an update fortnightly, and VibeCraft Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tap Timer was updated on November 4, 2026 and VibeCraft Timer on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*