VideoTimer vs Tobu
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VideoTimer
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VideoTimer is a smart workout timer that automatically records your training sets. With its simple concept 1 set = 1 video, each effort is recorded hands-free and saved automatically during rest periods. Whether you train for fitness, bodybuilding, boxing, or HIIT, VideoTimer helps you structure your workouts and review your performance on video. Why choose VideoTimer? • Customizable workout timer (work, rest, sets) • Automatic video recording during each work phase • Videos saved automatically during rest • Video analysis to improve form and technique • Sound alerts to stay focused on your workout For all athletes Beginner, advanced, athlete, or coach - VideoTimer adapts to every level and every training style: fitness, boxing, interval training, or technical work. Easy to use and no mandatory sign-up, VideoTimer turns your smartphone into a powerful training and progress tool.
Tobu
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Tobu is a hands-free camera app built for ski jumping, gymnastics, skateboarding, and any sport where you need to record yourself without anyone behind the lens. Set a countdown, strike your pose, and Tobu records automatically. Review your jumps instantly, mark your best ones with a star, and browse sessions grouped by day. Features: - Adjustable countdown timer (3–10 s) and recording duration (3–30 s) - Hands-free triggers: Apple Watch remote, clap detection - Pinch-to-zoom and double-tap zoom during playback - Session-based gallery with favorites filtering - Custom countdown sounds you can record yourself - 16 languages supported No account required. All videos stay on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tobu at none against VideoTimer's 2. Tobu also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). VideoTimer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. VideoTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Tobu asks for nothing beyond the download.
VideoTimer ships an update every 10 days, Tobu every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VideoTimer | Tobu |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LEPESQUEUX Yohan | Hanpo |
In-app purchases
VideoTimer
- Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
- Premium Lifetime$12.99
Tobu
No in-app purchases









