MiniTime vs Dot Timer | Focus Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MiniTime
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MiniTime is a minimal timer app with only the essentials. • Clean and intuitive circular timer UI • Fast and simple gesture controls • Create custom timers for different routines Stay focused without clutter or distractions. Study, workout, cooking, meditation, breaks — Simplify your daily routine with MiniTime. MiniTime — The most minimal timer
Dot Timer | Focus Timer
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A timer app that visualizes time with dots. See your remaining time at a glance! As the dots disappear at a steady pace, you’ll intuitively feel the "density" of time. Whether you want to deeply focus, track your work, or simply mind your time—give Dot Timer a try. 【Simple to Use】 Set your time (from 1 minute to 1 hour 59 minutes). Just press start. Focus on your task as you watch the dots slip away. 【Two Distinct Modes】 Light Mode: A calm, bright design. Perfect for deep-focus sessions. Dark Mode: Easy on the eyes, even in the dark. Ideal for night owls and late-night work. 【Key Features & Highlights】 Steady Pace: Dots disappear at a constant speed. The length of time is reflected by the "number" of dots. Intuitive Layout: Clean, grid-aligned dots visualize your remaining time instantly. Quick Re-use: Easily re-use your favorite timer settings from your history. Stay Notified: Receive a notification as soon as your timer finishes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dot Timer | Focus Timer at none against MiniTime's 1. Dot Timer | Focus Timer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. MiniTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Dot Timer | Focus Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | MiniTime | Dot Timer | Focus Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stannum | Hirasawa Masayuki |
In-app purchases
MiniTime
- MiniTime Pro$1.99
Dot Timer | Focus Timer
No in-app purchases









