Comparison

Bell Timer vs Pulse

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

Head to head
About

Bell Timer

Create personalized interval timers for any activity, from workouts to meditation. Customize segments with unique durations, colors, and sounds, including your own imported audio files. The app runs in the background, ensuring uninterrupted sessions.

Highlights
  • Unlimited custom timers with multiple segments
  • Import custom audio files (WAV, MP3, M4A, AIFF)
  • Color options for each segment
  • Loop mode for continuous sessions
  • Drag-and-drop reordering of timers and segments
  • Background operation with audio cues
  • Elegant dark mode interface
Features
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Bell Timer: Elegant, Intuitive, Custom Transform your daily routines with simple, customizable interval timers. Whether you're meditating, working out, or studying, Bell Timer gives you complete control over your experience. Your Perfect Timer Create unlimited custom timers with multiple segments. Set different durations, colors and sounds for each phase. From 30-second HIIT intervals on loop to 25-minute focus sessions, design timers that match your exact needs. Import Any Sound Go beyond basic beeps. Choose from our built-in temple bells and singing bowls or import your own audio files. Record custom voice cues, use your favorite meditation chimes or create unique workout signals. Supports WAV, MP3, M4A, and AIFF formats. Import and rename your own sounds from Files, Voice Memos, or Cloud Storage. Background Support Your timer continues running in the background with audio cues, so you can switch apps or lock your phone without interruption. Perfect For Everything Meditation: Temple bells and singing bowls for mindful sessions HIIT Workouts: Customize your intervals and loop for as long as needed Focus Work: Pomodoro technique and deep work sessions Yoga & Stretching: Create gentle transitions between poses Study Sessions: Structured learning with break reminders Cooking: Multiple timer segments for complex recipes Key Features Unlimited custom timers with multiple segments Import and rename your own sounds from Files, Voice Memos, or Cloud Storage Choose color options for each segment Loop mode for continuous sessions without having to duplicate segments Simply drag to reorder timers, segments and custom sounds Elegant dark mode interface Mindful Technology Bell Timer brings intentionality to your daily routines. Each sound, color and timing choice helps create the perfect atmosphere for focus, movement or relaxation. Start creating your perfect timing experience today. Download Bell Timer and discover how beautiful custom intervals can transform any activity into a meaningful practice.

About

Pulse

Features
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Pulse: Your Reliable Interval Notifier Stay on track with background reminders that work even when the app is closed. Perfect for focus, workouts, hydration, and more! Why Pulse? * Background notifications - keeps alerting even when closed * Haptic feedback + 24+ sounds to feel every interval * Intervals from 5 seconds to 60 hours * Quiet Hours - auto-pause during sleep * Scheduled Start - pick a future start time Perfect for: * Pomodoro & deep focus sessions * Hydration reminders * Stretch breaks * Medication timing * Breathing exercises Pulse Pro (One-time upgrade): No ads | Premium sounds | Haptics | Quiet Hours | Custom themes Simple. Reliable. Zero battery drain.

Screenshots

Bell Timer4 screens
Pulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pulse at Free against Bell Timer's $3.99. Pulse also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). Bell Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Pulse is free to download; Bell Timer costs $3.99 up front. Pulse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Bell Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bell Timer versus Pulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBell TimerPulse
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyan HodsonPrajyot Rajigare

In-app purchases

None

Bell Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Pulse

One-time1
  • Pulse Pro$0.99

Questions

Is Bell Timer free?
Bell Timer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pulse free?
Pulse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bell Timer or Pulse have ads?
Neither Bell Timer nor Pulse shows ads.

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