SimTimerX vs Drawn timers
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
SimTimerX
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SimTimerX pairs a polished look with an efficient timer experience. Its unique rotary dial feels just like a real timer, and the clear on-screen hints make setting time quick and straightforward.
Drawn timers
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Drawn Timers is the timer app that works the way your brain does. Instead of typing a label, you sketch it. Draw a pizza, a coffee cup, a dumbbell โ and Drawn turns your sketch into a timer. It's faster, more fun, and way more memorable than anything you've typed before. That's especially useful for timers you use again and again. Your doodles stick in your memory in a way that "Timer 1" or "Pasta" never will. Set it once, recognize it instantly next time. Run multiple timers at the same time, each with its own drawing. Get notified with sound and haptics when your time is up โ so you never miss a moment. Whether you're cooking, working out, studying, or just need a reminder, Drawn Timers makes it feel less like a chore and more like play. Features: - Sketch to create timers โ no typing needed - Recurring timers you'll actually recognize - Run multiple timers simultaneously - Sound and haptic alerts when time's up - Lock screen- & dynamic Island widget to keep timers in view
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Drawn timers at every 4 days against SimTimerX's fortnightly. SimTimerX's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SimTimerX ships an update fortnightly, Drawn timers every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimTimerX | Drawn timers |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 4 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 โ better | 17.6 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wu Bin | Pascal Wildermann |
In-app purchases
SimTimerX
No in-app purchases
Drawn timers
No in-app purchases









