Quiet Time vs Slow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Quiet Time
This app provides a unique countdown timer that automatically resets when it detects noise. It's designed to help children stay quiet during routines and adults maintain focus during meditation or work. Enjoy peaceful moments with a simple, distraction-free interface.
- Automatic noise-triggered reset
- Child-friendly interface
- Focus and meditation timer
- Distraction-free design
- Configurable countdown lengths
- Privacy-focused, no ads or tracking
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Quiet Time: Timer Countdown is the simple, calming timer designed for kids, parents, and anyone who needs a moment of silence. The timer resets automatically when it hears noise - helping kids stay quiet, helping adults stay focused, and making peaceful moments easier. Designed for Kids & Parents Keeping kids calm can be hard. Quiet Time makes it easier with a clean, child-friendly interface and a silent countdown that restarts if noise is detected. Parents use it for: • Quiet time routines • Gentle timeouts • Independent play • Calming down before bed Perfect for Adults, Too Need a reset? Use Quiet Time as: • A meditation timer • A focus timer • A mindfulness break • A distraction-free countdown • A quiet time challenge that restarts if you make noise Simple. Clean. No noise. Just time to breathe, reset, and refocus. Why Users Love Quiet Time • Timer restarts automatically when it hears noise • Distraction-free design • Fast, clean interface • Configurable countdown lengths • Works for kids and adults • Helps build independence, calm, and consistency Made for Peaceful Moments Quiet Time is built for real life—whether you’re parenting a toddler, trying to meditate for five minutes, or simply need a mindful break between tasks. The design stays out of your way so you can stay present. Safe for All Ages No accounts. No ads. No tracking. Just a simple tool to help everyone find a moment of calm. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1StT9p1ItSFJCgUoxQHX43tWZqTFDjUJmzGyCbCkG3mQ/edit?usp=sharing Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Slow
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Slow is a minimalist breathing app designed to help you pause, breathe, and reset. No clutter. No subscriptions. No account needed. Just open the app and breathe. Breathing patterns Choose from 5 guided breathing exercises: • Box breathing (4-4-4-4) for stress relief and focus • 4-7-8 breathing to fall asleep faster • Equal breathing (4-4) to balance and calm your mind • 1:2 breathing to slow your heart rate • Triangle breathing (4-4-4) to calm the nervous system Haptic guidance Feel the rhythm of your breath through gentle vibrations that rise and fall with each inhale and exhale. Close your eyes and let your body guide you. Daily reminders Set gentle daily reminders to take a breathing break. Build a habit of calm, one breath at a time. Designed to disappear Slow has a calm, distraction-free interface with soft gradients and smooth animations. No ads, no pop-ups, no tracking. Just you and your breath. Available in English, French, and Spanish.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Slow at none against Quiet Time's 1. Slow also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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. Quiet Time sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Slow asks for nothing beyond the download.
Quiet Time ships an update every 5 weeks, Slow every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Quiet Time | Slow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stephen Peck | Vincenzo.be |
In-app purchases
Quiet Time
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
Slow
No in-app purchases









