ThreadSplit vs Timer4
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ThreadSplit
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Paste a long draft. ThreadSplit splits it into ready-to-post pieces for X/Twitter—smart breaks, URLs intact, exact 280 counting (CJK counts as 2). One-tap copy for each part. Optional numbering like (1/5). Pro unlocks Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, and custom split profiles with your own character limits. 【CORE FEATURES】 • Smart Splitting: Prefers punctuation and word boundaries • URL Protection: Never splits links mid-URL • Twitter/X Optimized: Precise counting (CJK = 2 units) • Multi-Platform: Twitter/X (280), Bluesky (300), Mastodon (500), Threads (500) • Flexible Modes: Prefer sentence breaks or strict length • Optional Numbering: Formats like (1/3) or (i/N) • Custom Split Profiles (Pro): Named profiles with your own limit (10–2000) for any workflow • Reserve Space: Leave room for images or links • Local History: Saved on device only (not synced to iCloud) 【FREE VS PRO】 • Free: Full Twitter/X splitting • Pro: Bluesky, Mastodon & Threads, plus use custom split profiles; fewer usage-based upgrade prompts 【PRIVACY】 All text processing happens locally on your device. No uploads of your draft content. 【SUBSCRIPTION】 • Monthly, yearly, and lifetime options • Prices are shown in the app and on the App Store purchase sheet in your local currency (not listed here to avoid outdated figures) • Auto-renewable subscriptions renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends • Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions • Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ 【CONTACT】 • Email: leilei0091@icloud.com • Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/leilei0091/Privacy-Policy-ThreadSplit-29c5e372803f80c688c2e50a16573b44
Timer4
This app offers a unique timer experience by automatically adjusting countdown durations based on your device's orientation. Simply rotate your phone to switch between preset intervals with a physics-driven interface and immersive haptic feedback.
- Physics-based interface
- Instant duration switching via rotation
- Smart motion detection
- Immersive haptic feedback
- Customizable timer presets
- Intuitive orientation control
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Timer4 is an innovative timer app that automatically sets the countdown based on your device’s orientation. Using CoreMotion, it precisely detects angles and instantly switches presets with a physics-driven UI that reacts to gravity. - Upright → 5 minutes - Left → 10 minutes - Upside down → 30 minutes - Right → 1 hour Just rotate your device to switch durations instantly, without pressing any buttons. # Key Features - Physics-based interface Experience objects that bounce and collide naturally as they react to gravity. The interface stays level and smoothly rotates when the device changes orientation. - Instant duration switching Switch between commonly used timer intervals simply by rotating your device, no menus or settings required. - Smart motion detection Powered by advanced CoreMotion tracking for precise, responsive, and seamless orientation changes. - Immersive haptic feedback Feel realistic tactile responses when objects collide with boundaries. # Perfect For Pomodoro focus sessions Cooking and baking Workout intervals Meditation and stretching Study and break cycles Brewing tea Quick reminders All four orientations can be customized to fit your personal workflow. Easy — Set the time just by rotating Intuitive — Orientation determines the duration Beautiful — Smooth animations and realistic physics Flexible — Premium customization for power users Change the way you use timers. Experience Timer4 now. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ThreadSplit at every 6 days against Timer4's every 3 weeks. ThreadSplit also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). 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. ThreadSplit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Timer4 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ThreadSplit ships an update every 6 days, Timer4 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ThreadSplit | Timer4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.8 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 28.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 雷雷 张 | Goateraction |
In-app purchases
ThreadSplit
- ThreadSplit Pro — Monthly$0.991 Month
- ThreadSplit Pro — Yearly$5.991 Year
- Lifetime$2.99
Timer4
- Lifetime Access$4.99









