Comparison

Just Timer vs Thread to Self

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

Head to head
About

Just Timer

Features
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Everyday routines, work, study, and exercise. By being mindful of time in every situation, productivity can change dramatically. Just Timer is a simple and elegant timer app designed with speed and ease of use as the top priorities. Only the essential features are included, making it intuitive and effortless for anyone to use. You can manage multiple timers at the same time, which is perfect for cooking with parallel tasks or using the Pomodoro Technique to switch between work and breaks. Timers start instantly with a single tap, and you can adjust the time flexibly even while a timer is running. A stopwatch mode is also included for measuring elapsed time when needed. Just Timer runs reliably in the background and notifies you when a timer finishes. Without unnecessary decoration or complicated settings, Just Timer helps you focus on what matters right now. Main Features Manage multiple timers simultaneously Start timers with a single tap Adjust time during countdown with +1 minute / +5 minutes Timer and stopwatch modes Pin frequently used timers to the top Edit or delete timers with swipe gestures Quickly find timers using filters Background operation with notifications Recommended For Anyone looking for a simple and responsive timer Those who want to stay focused using the Pomodoro Technique Users who need to manage multiple timers while cooking or working People tracking workout or exercise intervals Anyone who prefers a clean app without unnecessary features

About

Thread to Self

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Thread to Self is a private message thread with yourself. Capture a thought, observation, idea, or memory, then move on with your day. Everything lives in one continuous stream, arranged from oldest to newest. When you want to revisit something, jump directly to a month and year. Thread to Self is intentionally simple: β€’ No AI β€’ No ads β€’ No account, nothing to sign up for β€’ No social features β€’ No folders, tags, or filters β€’ Text only, no photos or attachments β€’ No editing after you send β€’ Messages can be deleted, but never changed Your messages are stored on your iPhone and synchronized through your private iCloud account. Export your thread as text whenever you choose. Optional weekly or monthly reminders are quiet and simple. No streaks, badges, or guilt. Try Thread to Self free for 30 days. After the trial, unlock writing permanently with a one-time $4.99 purchase. No subscription. Your messages are always yours to read and export, whether or not you buy.

Screenshots

Just Timer4 screens
Thread to Self3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Just Timer at none against Thread to Self's 1. Thread to Self's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Thread to Self sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Just Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Just Timer versus Thread to Self: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJust TimerThread to Self
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDailyβ€”
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBYNETYou-R-Here LLC

In-app purchases

None

Just Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Thread to Self

One-time1
  • Thread to Self Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is Just Timer free?
Just Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Thread to Self free?
Thread to Self is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Just Timer or Thread to Self have ads?
Just Timer shows ads; Thread to Self does not.

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