Comparison

Chimely Mindfulness Timer vs RecurringTimer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Chimely Mindfulness Timer

This app provides a simple countdown timer to help users stay focused and on schedule. It offers customizable chimes, live progress updates on the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen, and a distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Intuitive one-tap timers
  • Schedule timers to end at specific times
  • Customizable chime styles
  • Dual progress rings for clarity
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen support
  • Lightweight and distraction-free design
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Chimely is a beautifully simple countdown timer designed to keep you focused, on schedule, and in control of your time. Whether you’re timing a routine, a deep work block, or a daily habit, Chimely makes staying on track effortless. Use one-tap timers, schedule a timer to end at a specific time, and choose chimes that match your mood or workflow. Live progress updates appear instantly in the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen, so you never lose focus. Features - Clean, intuitive timers Start a timer instantly or set one to end at an exact time - perfect for cooking, workouts, or routines. - Custom chime styles Choose the sound that fits your flow. From soft tones to more attention-grabbing alerts, tailor each chime to how you like to work. - Dual Progress rings Keep track of intervals and overall time at a glance with smooth, minimal progress rings designed for clarity and calm. - Dynamic Island + Lock Screen support Your timer remains visible even when your phone is locked or you’re using other apps. - Lightweight and distraction-free Chimely is designed to stay out of your way - one screen, no accounts, no clutter.

About

RecurringTimer

Features
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ecurring Timer lets you set a time interval that repeats automatically — no tapping required between cycles. Set your interval, tap Start, and the app beeps and/or vibrates at every boundary, looping indefinitely until you tap Stop. Works in the background with the screen off. Perfect for: - Interval training and workouts - Meditation and breathing exercises - Practice sessions with timed rounds - Any activity that needs a repeating rhythm **Features** - Single interval input in seconds or minutes - Sound alert, vibration, or both — your choice - Visual countdown with progress ring - Cycle counter tracks how many intervals have completed - Save and reload your favourite configurations as presets - No notifications, no popups — just a clean alert and back to counting

Screenshots

Chimely Mindfulness Timer4 screens
RecurringTimer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RecurringTimer at 16.0 against Chimely Mindfulness Timer's 18.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Chimely Mindfulness Timer versus RecurringTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChimely Mindfulness TimerRecurringTimer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKevin RochowskiAbu Marcose

In-app purchases

None

Chimely Mindfulness Timer

No in-app purchases

None

RecurringTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chimely Mindfulness Timer free?
Chimely Mindfulness Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RecurringTimer free?
RecurringTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chimely Mindfulness Timer or RecurringTimer have ads?
Neither Chimely Mindfulness Timer nor RecurringTimer shows ads.

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