DarkroomFlow vs Multi Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DarkroomFlow
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Main Description DarkroomFlow is a precision film development timer designed for analog photographers who develop their own black and white and color film. Whether you're processing Ilford HP5+, Kodak Tri-X, or C-41 color negatives, DarkroomFlow guides you through every step with manufacturer-accurate timing and agitation patterns. ACCURATE TIMING Built on data from the Massive Dev Chart and manufacturer specifications, DarkroomFlow provides precise development times for hundreds of film and developer combinations. Every agitation pattern follows official guidelines from Ilford, Kodak, and CineStill to ensure consistent, professional results. STEP-BY-STEP GUIDANCE The app walks you through the complete development process: - Developer - with manufacturer-specific agitation patterns - Stop Bath - continuous agitation for proper neutralization - Fixer - industry-standard timing and intervals - Final Wash - thorough film cleaning VISUAL FEEDBACK Watch your development tank rotate on screen with real-time agitation indicators. The animated tank shows exactly when to agitate, making it easy to stay on track even in a dark room. GITATION PATTERNS - B&W Films: 10 seconds initial, then 10 seconds every 60 seconds (Ilford standard) - C-41 Color: 10 seconds continuous initial, then 4 inversions every 30 seconds - Stop Bath: Continuous agitation throughout - Customizable patterns for different techniques KEY FEATURES -Multiple temperature options (68°F, 70°F, 75°F, etc.) -Dilution ratios (1+1, 1+4, stock, etc.) -Pause and resume functionality -Audio and visual agitation alerts -Beautiful liquid glass interface -Dark mode optimized for darkroom use -No ads, no subscriptions SUPPORTED FILMS - Ilford HP5 Plus, FP4 Plus, Delta 100/400/3200 - Kodak Tri-X, T-Max, Plus-X - Fuji Neopan, Acros - Fomapan, Rollei, Kentmere - All C-41 color negative films - And many more... SUPPORTED DEVELOPERS - Ilford ID-11, Ilfosol, Microphen - Kodak D-76, HC-110, T-Max - Rodinal/R09 - CineStill CS41 (C-41) - Tetenal Colortec (C-41) - And dozens more... PERFECT FOR - Home darkroom enthusiasts - Photography students - Professional photographers - Anyone developing their own film LEGAL & SAFETY DarkroomFlow provides guidelines based on manufacturer specifications. Always refer to official documentation for your specific chemistry. Film development results can vary based on chemistry age, temperature accuracy, and technique. Test with non-critical film first. PRIVACY DarkroomFlow does not collect any personal data. No account required. No tracking. Your development sessions stay on your device. Start developing film with confidence. Download DarkroomFlow today.
Multi Timer
Manage multiple countdowns simultaneously on a single screen. Each timer is clearly labeled and visually indicates its progress. Receive distinct alerts when timers finish, ensuring you never miss a step.
- Unlimited parallel timers
- Customizable timer names
- One-tap start/stop
- Visual finish alerts
- Screen stays awake
- Supports various routines
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Run as many timers as you need, all on one screen — free. Every timer is a card with a name and a progress ring. Tap the card to start or stop; when it finishes, the card flips color and pulses so you never miss it. Perfect for juggling several things at once. MANY TIMERS, ONE SCREEN • Multiple timers running in parallel — no limit • Name each one: "Pasta," "Oven," "Study" • Tap a card to start / stop — no fiddly buttons • Clear finish alert — color flip + pulse • Keeps the screen awake so timers stay visible FOR EVERY ROUTINE Cooking and baking, interval workouts, homework and study blocks, tea and eggs — anything that needs more than one timer. NO SUBSCRIPTION Other multi-timer apps charge monthly for basic timers. Not here. Unlimited timers are free. One-time Pro ($9.99) removes the small banner ad. No subscription. Ever.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DarkroomFlow at none against Multi Timer's 1. DarkroomFlow also leads on ads (none vs shown). Multi Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price 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. Multi Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DarkroomFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | DarkroomFlow | Multi Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ravi Palwe | Gun woo Kim |
In-app purchases
DarkroomFlow
No in-app purchases
Multi Timer
- Pro (Remove Ads)$9.99









