SnapTimer Pro vs Custom Visual Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SnapTimer Pro
Quickly set countdown timers with preset durations. Stack multiple intervals that run sequentially and receive sound alerts. Customize progress circle colors and sound tones for various tasks like workouts or focus sessions.
- Preset countdown durations
- Stackable sequential intervals
- Customizable sound alerts
- Progress circle customization
- Multiple sound tone options
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Start any countdown with a single tap. SnapTimer Pro is the fastest way to launch a timer, no fiddling, no menus. TAP TO START • One-tap preset durations for minutes and seconds • Switch instantly between Minutes and Seconds • Custom durations with a quick wheel picker INTERVAL SEQUENCES • Chain intervals that run back-to-back • Repeat the whole set as many rounds as you want, or forever • Built-in Pomodoro, Tabata and HIIT presets • Save and rename your own presets START FROM ANYWHERE (NEW) • Home Screen widget with your quick timers and presets • Control Center control for a one-tap timer • Siri & Shortcuts: "Start a timer in SnapTimer" ALERTS & DESIGN • Custom alert sounds, plus classic tones • Separate sounds for intervals and the final countdown • Ring or bar progress, and your choice of accent color • Live Activity on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Keeps timing accurately in the background Perfect for workouts, studying, cooking, focus sessions, and daily routines.
Custom Visual Timer
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Custom Visual Timer turns any countdown into a clear, personalized visual experience. It's great for routines, workouts, cooking, work sessions, and anything you want to time with a little more delight. Profiles: Save named timers for repeat use Themes: Preset palettes or your own colors Photo dial: Image reveals or fades as time elapses Custom alarms: Record your own sounds No ads: Free version stays ad-free. An optional Premium one-time purchase that hides upgrade reminders for a cleaner, uninterrupted experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SnapTimer Pro at none against Custom Visual Timer's 1. SnapTimer Pro also leads on iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.0). Custom Visual Timer's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 15 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Custom Visual Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SnapTimer Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
SnapTimer Pro ships an update every 15 months, Custom Visual Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SnapTimer Pro | Custom Visual Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RusticVibe Media LLC | Tramcat LLC |
In-app purchases
SnapTimer Pro
No in-app purchases
Custom Visual Timer
- Premium$4.99
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