ShareTimer vs TimerLync
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
ShareTimer
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ShareTimer is a free timer app that allows you to share timers with others. You can manage multiple timers simultaneously, supporting both countdown and countup modes. Get notifications even when the app is running in the background. Key Features Multiple Timer Management Manage up to 5 timers simultaneously. Countdown/Countup Support Not only measure time, but also track elapsed time. Timer Sharing Functionality Share your configured timers with others. Background Notifications Get completion notifications even when the app is closed. Auto Repeat Automatically restart timers after completion. Additional Features Custom time settings Customizable alarm sounds Vibration settings Dark mode support Multi-language support (English, Japanese, Chinese, etc.) Theme color customization Screen lock prevention Premium Version Benefits Ad-free experience Priority support Access to premium features [Terms of Use] The terms of use for this app can be viewed from the settings screen within the app. By purchasing a subscription, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
TimerLync
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One countdown. Every device. One alarm. TimerLync keeps a countdown in sync across every device in the room. Set the time once, and every phone, iPad, and Apple Watch shows the same remaining seconds ā then alarms at the same instant. WHY IT STAYS IN SYNC Devices agree on a single end time using network time, then count down locally. Even if Wi-Fi drops or a device goes to sleep, the alarm still fires on schedule ā it's scheduled ahead of time, not pushed at the last second. FAIR STARTS A 3Ā·2Ā·1 lead-in lands at the same instant on every screen, so whoever taps Start doesn't get a head start. BUILT FOR GROUPS ⢠Create a room, share a code or QR ā no account, no sign-in ⢠The host starts; pause, +1:00 and reset can be opened to everyone ⢠Co-hosts and host hand-off when you need to step away ⢠Ready check: wait until everyone confirms before starting ⢠Works nearby over Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, or across networks when you're apart FOR TALKS AND EVENTS ⢠Stage View: a full-screen, big-digit display for the podium ⢠Host messages: send "Please wrap up" to every screen in the room ⢠When it ends: hold at 00:00, count the overtime, flash, or show the clock, set once for the whole room ⢠Strong Alarm: rings even in Silent mode or Focus (iOS 26 or later) MORE THAN A TIMER ⢠Sequences: Talk 10 min ā Q&A 5 min, switching automatically on every device ⢠Group Pomodoro: focus and break cycles the whole team shares ⢠History: look back on what you actually ran ⢠Live Activity and Dynamic Island ā glance without unlocking ⢠Apple Watch companion with its own alarm, even away from your phone ⢠Lock Screen widget and Siri: "Start a countdown in TimerLync" SOLO WORKS TOO No room needed. Quick Timer is a plain countdown with the same reliable alarm. TimerLync Pro (one-time in-app purchase) unlocks rooms of up to 8 devices and CSV export of session history. Rooms of 2 devices and joining any room stay available to everyone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: TimerLync at none against ShareTimer's shown. ShareTimer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ShareTimer | TimerLync |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | ā | Fortnightly |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wataru Naotsuka | JUKI JUNG |
In-app purchases
ShareTimer
No in-app purchases
TimerLync
No in-app purchases








