Comparison

PocketSous vs Kitchen Timer

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

Head to head
About

PocketSous

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Your personal sous chef in the kitchen. PocketSous is a calm, step-by-step cooking assistant that helps you cook with clarity and confidence. We walk you through each recipe with simple instructions, built-in timers, and a focus on ease—not overwhelm. Inspired by the role of a sous chef—someone who quietly supports the head chef—PocketSous is designed to help you stay focused and feel supported as you cook. This early version includes a small set of everyday recipes: • French Toast • Pancakes • Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs • Pan-Fried Tofu Each recipe is designed to be approachable and flexible, with guidance at every step. Whether you’re cooking dinner on a weeknight or just trying something new, PocketSous is here to help. More recipes are coming soon. No accounts. No ads. No clutter. Just tap, cook, and enjoy.

About

Kitchen Timer

Features
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TastyTimer makes perfect cooking effortless—no more guesswork, overcooked steaks or underdone rice. Whether you’re grilling, boiling or baking, TastyTimer’s built-in food library and customizable templates keep every dish on point. Why you’ll love TastyTimer Precision Cooking: Choose from dozens of pre-programmed timers (eggs, pasta, steak, vegetables) with built-in temperature, rest-time and cooking-method settings. Custom Recipes: Save your family’s secret recipes as reusable timer templates—set duration, color-code, add notes and rest times in a tap. Multi-Task Mastery: Run, pause or track multiple timers simultaneously—never lose track of anything simmering, searing or steaming. Total Control: Switch between light, dark or system themes, pick your alarm sound, toggle vibrations and use °C or °F units for your workflow. History & Insights: Review past timers, quickly re-launch favorite recipes, and see what’s worked best—right in the app. Spend less time watching the clock and more time enjoying delicious results. Download TastyTimer today and turn every meal into a masterpiece. Terms of Use: https://tastytimer.com/terms

Screenshots

PocketSous4 screens
Kitchen Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PocketSous at none against Kitchen Timer's 2. 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. Kitchen Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PocketSous asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
PocketSous versus Kitchen Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocketSousKitchen Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGiancarlos ZambranoHeap Labs LLC

In-app purchases

None

PocketSous

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Kitchen Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro (Annual)$12.991 Year

Questions

Is PocketSous free?
PocketSous is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kitchen Timer free?
Kitchen Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PocketSous or Kitchen Timer have ads?
Neither PocketSous nor Kitchen Timer shows ads.

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