TimeTake vs Time Will Tell
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TimeTake
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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!
Time Will Tell
This app provides a clear, visual countdown timer designed for speakers and session chairs. It offers color-coded alerts to indicate time remaining, helping users stay on track during presentations and lectures. The interface is optimized for visibility from a distance.
- Bold countdown display
- Color-coded visual alerts
- Customizable talk duration
- Adjustable warning thresholds
- Haptic alerts
- Screen stays awake
- Landscape orientation
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Keep your talks on track with a timer designed for speakers and session chairs. Talk Timer displays a bold countdown visible from across the room. As time runs out, the screen changes color to give you clear visual warnings without interrupting your flow: • Black: You're in the safe zone • Yellow: Time to start wrapping up • Red: Finish your final point • Flashing: Time's up STOP TALKING Perfect for: • Conference presentations • Academic talks and defenses • Chairing sessions with multiple speakers • Lectures and seminars • Lightning talks and unconferences Features: • Large, readable display optimized for distance viewing • Customizable talk duration (1-120 minutes) • Adjustable warning thresholds • Haptic alerts when entering warning zones • Scrubber bar for quick time adjustments • Screen stays awake during countdown • Landscape orientation for maximum visibility Prop your phone on the lectern, set your time, and focus on what matters—your talk.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TimeTake at every 2 days against Time Will Tell's every 10 days. Time Will Tell's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TimeTake ships an update every 2 days, Time Will Tell every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TimeTake | Time Will Tell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ludvig Valdemar Soerensen | Hadley Wickham |
In-app purchases
TimeTake
No in-app purchases
Time Will Tell
No in-app purchases
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