Chimely Mindfulness Timer vs RecurringTimer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
RecurringTimer
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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
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Chimely Mindfulness Timer | RecurringTimer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kevin Rochowski | Abu Marcose |
In-app purchases
Chimely Mindfulness Timer
No in-app purchases
RecurringTimer
No in-app purchases
Questions
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