Comparison

Zero by Otto vs Split Note Timer

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

Head to head
About

Zero by Otto

This task management app offers a minimalist approach to productivity. Unfinished tasks automatically roll over to the next day, ensuring nothing gets lost. Organize tasks into projects, create reusable lists, and collaborate with others.

Highlights
  • Automatic task rollover
  • Today view
  • Drag and drop rescheduling
  • Project organization
  • Shared projects for collaboration
  • Reusable checklists
  • Desktop widget
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Zero - task management made simple. Zero takes a minimalist approach to getting things done. Tasks automatically roll over to the next day when incomplete, so nothing gets lost while keeping your focus on today. Key Features: Automatic Rollover – Unfinished tasks move to tomorrow, no manual rescheduling needed Today View – See what needs to be done today in one clean view Drag & Drop – Reschedule tasks between days with simple gestures Projects – Organize related tasks together Shared Projects – Collaborate with others by inviting them via email Lists – Create reusable checklists for routines and recurring workflows Favorites – Star important tasks to highlight them Desktop Widget (macOS) – Keep today's tasks visible on your desktop Minimal Design – Clean interface without unnecessary features Sync – Works seamlessly across iPhone, iPad, and Mac Dark Mode – Comfortable viewing any time of day Zero helps you stay organized without the complexity of traditional task managers. Tasks flow naturally from day to day, projects keep work organized, and lists handle your recurring needs.

About

Split Note Timer

Features
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Split Note Timer keeps notes and countdown timers together on one screen. Write workout routines, recipe steps, study plans, or task notes, then start the timer you need with one tap. Use timer presets, custom durations, keep-screen-on mode, and completion alerts. Your notes and settings are stored on your device.

Screenshots

Zero by Otto4 screens
Split Note Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Zero by Otto at none against Split Note Timer's shown. Split Note Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Zero by Otto versus Split Note Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZero by OttoSplit Note Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLudus-Language, Inc.MyungHoon Park

In-app purchases

None

Zero by Otto

No in-app purchases

None

Split Note Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zero by Otto free?
Zero by Otto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Split Note Timer free?
Split Note Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zero by Otto or Split Note Timer have ads?
Split Note Timer shows ads; Zero by Otto does not.

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