Comparison

Count Up Down Timer vs FlowTimer3

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

Head to head
About

Count Up Down Timer

Features
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Zero hassle. Total control. "CountUpDownTimer" redefines how you interact with time. β–  The Magic of Swipe Forget tapping numbers. Just swipe to set your time with incredible smoothness. This intuitive interface lets you focus on what matters most, instantly. β–  Seamless Mode Switching Changed your mind? Switch between Count-Up and Count-Down even during measurement. Flexibility is now at your fingertips. β–  Groundbreaking Speed Control Adjust the flow of time itself. Run your timer at 2x or 0.5x speed. β€’ Use 2x speed to challenge yourself and boost productivity. β€’ Use slow-motion for tasks that require steady pacing. Experience a completely new way to manage your day. β–  Perfect For: β€’ Cooking: Set timers instantly with a simple swipe. β€’ Training & Study: Apply healthy pressure using speed-up features. β€’ Complex Tasks: Flexibly switch modes as your workflow evolves. Ultimate simplicity meets high-end functionality. Feel what it’s like to truly master your time.

About

FlowTimer3

Features
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GET ORGANIZED and manage your responsibilities with a minimalist and realistic approach. HELPS YOU FOCUS on work and learning. Use the FLOW of the RULE OF THREE: (1) Set three goals (2) Focus on action - achieve your goals (3) Review your day As simple as this. As powerful as this. Keep it simple, then it works. No statistics. NO gamification. NO distractions. HOW TO START A FOCUS ROUTINE - You may start with just one goal per day. Keep it up for a few days before you change anything. REVIEW YOUR DAY - Use the review and gratitude routine at the end of the day. It’s optional. But it may be the most rewarding part :) This is a trial version. Test all the features for two days and then decide if you’d like to upgrade to the PRO option for the full experience. PRO-FEATURES: - Identify 3 GOALS and implement them throughout the day. - Customize individual TIMERS for your goals. You may change your focus time, break duration and number of repeats. - REFLECT your day with questions you can choose from. You can also create your own questions and make it a small HABIT TRACKER. - The results of your timer sessions automatically visualize your SUCCESS. Data stays on your device, works offline. Terms of Use (general EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service for FlowTimer3 PRO: https://flowtimer3.audiator.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Count Up Down Timer3 screens
FlowTimer34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Count Up Down Timer at none against FlowTimer3's 3. FlowTimer3's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). 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. FlowTimer3 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Count Up Down Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Count Up Down Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, FlowTimer3 every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Count Up Down Timer versus FlowTimer3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCount Up Down TimerFlowTimer3
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size9 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSatoshi YamakawaSTEFAN MATHEAS

In-app purchases

None

Count Up Down Timer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FlowTimer3

Subscriptions2
  • FlowTimer3 PRO$1.991 Month
  • FlowTimer3 PRO$10.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is Count Up Down Timer free?
Count Up Down Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlowTimer3 free?
FlowTimer3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Count Up Down Timer or FlowTimer3 have ads?
Count Up Down Timer shows ads; FlowTimer3 does not.
Which is updated more often, Count Up Down Timer or FlowTimer3?
Count Up Down Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and FlowTimer3 every 2 days. Most recently, Count Up Down Timer was updated on October 4, 2026 and FlowTimer3 on October 13, 2026.

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