Comparison

Chain Timers vs TimeTake

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

Head to head
About

Chain Timers

Connect multiple countdown timers to run in sequence. Configure automatic transitions between timers or choose to pause. Share your timer sequences easily across devices.

Highlights
  • Chain up to 25 timers
  • Automatic or manual timer transitions
  • Share timer lists
  • Cross-device list sharing
  • Save timer histories
Features
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Chain your timers. Take control of your time. Chain Timer is a simple and useful app that lets you connect and run multiple countdown timers in a row. Key Features: * Connect up to 25 timers in one sequence * Choose whether to pause or move to the next timer automatically after each one ends * Easily share timer lists (QR codes can also be used for simple lists) * Share lists between iPhone, iPad, and Mac * Save up to 4 timer list histories (5 including the one you're currently using) Perfect for: * Structuring self-study sessions * Setting timers to match recipe steps * Keeping meetings and workshops on track * Creating and following your personal health routines Note: This app does not support sub-second timers. It is not intended for use in competitive sports or situations requiring precise time measurement.

About

TimeTake

Features
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Time your lectures, talks, presentations, meetings, and more with TimeTake. Do you find yourself looking for a clock in your auditorium or conference hall while lecturing? Or maybe you have trouble forgetting the time in meetings? Either way, TimeTake is a simple app to help you keep track of time. Stay on track during lectures, speeches, meetings, talks, and presentations – the simple timer is designed for teachers, lecturers, coaches, and public speakers. Never run over time again! When using the app, your phone won't automatically shut down or enter sleep mode. This makes it ideal for keeping on the desk or near your computer during extended use, for example, while lecturing. This makes it perfect for placing on a table or next to your computer for longer periods, for example, while lecturing. Key Features: – Simple functionality, simple interface. – Easy to Use: Intuitive interface designed for a fast setup. – Keeps track of time, nothing else. – Perfect for classrooms, workshops, seminars, or online talks. – Made for teachers, lecturers, speakers, and communication professionals. – No in-app purchases or subscriptions. Why TimeTake? Whether you’re teaching a class, giving a conference talk, or leading a workshop, staying on time is key. TimeTake helps you manage your presentation smoothly so you can focus on your message – not the clock on the wall. Get started today!

Screenshots

Chain Timers4 screens
TimeTake4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TimeTake at every 2 days against Chain Timers's every 6 weeks. Chain Timers's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chain Timers ships an update every 6 weeks, TimeTake every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Chain Timers versus TimeTake: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChain TimersTimeTake
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasayuki NomuraLudvig Valdemar Soerensen

In-app purchases

None

Chain Timers

No in-app purchases

None

TimeTake

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chain Timers free?
Chain Timers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TimeTake free?
TimeTake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chain Timers or TimeTake have ads?
Neither Chain Timers nor TimeTake shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chain Timers or TimeTake?
Chain Timers ships an update every 6 weeks, and TimeTake every 2 days. Most recently, Chain Timers was updated on July 6, 2026 and TimeTake on September 6, 2026.

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