VertexTimer vs HabiDone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VertexTimer
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VertexTimer is a next-generation timer app you can rely on even when you can’t make a sound. In meetings, presentations, lectures, or at the library—you can manage time accurately while staying considerate of everyone around you. ■ A silent timer you can trust Timeboxing in meetings, keeping track during presentations, pacing lectures, focused study in a library. Even in places where you can’t use sound, VertexTimer notifies you with vibration. It can notify you in the background and even while your phone is locked. ■ Start instantly from your Home Screen Just tap a widget to start a timer without even opening the app. “30 minutes” before a meeting, “Pomodoro 25 minutes” when you begin studying, “HIIT 45 seconds” for workouts— your timers are right on the Home Screen, so you can act before you even have to think. Supports three widget sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. Choose the layout that fits your style (Medium/Large are available with the Plus plan). ■ Automate complex schedules with Routines With Routines, you can run multiple timers in sequence—perfect for workflows that have several steps. [Pomodoro Technique] Automatically chain “Focus 25 min → Break 5 min → Focus 25 min → Break 15 min” to stay in the zone. [HIIT Training] Run “Workout 45 sec → Rest 15 sec” automatically—great for gym sessions. [Step-by-step Cooking] Set timers per step like “Boil pasta 10 min → Make sauce 5 min → Plate 2 min.” [Bedtime Routine] Quietly manage “Reading 15 min → Stretching 10 min → Meditation 5 min” so you can unwind at your pace without waking anyone up. ■ Three timer modes [Tap (One-Tap) Mode] Start a preset timer with one tap—the simplest, easiest mode. [Key (Keypad) Mode] Set time fast with number keys. Type “25” and tap the “min” button to start a 25-minute timer. [Tilt Mode] Start a timer just by tilting your iPhone right, left, forward, or backward. Assign frequently used durations (5, 10, 25, 60 minutes, etc.) to each direction. ■ Preset & Routine management [Save Timers] Save frequently used timers and organize them by purpose [Routines] Run multiple timers in sequence. Set a name and duration for each step, then run them in order. ■ Check progress even on the Lock Screen Supports Dynamic Island and Live Activity. ■ Example use cases [Meetings & Presentations] For meetings with strict timeboxes or presentations with time limits. Start instantly from a widget, keep an eye on remaining time via Dynamic Island. Silent notifications help you manage time confidently without disturbing others. [Library & Study Rooms] Track study time without bothering anyone. Vibration-only alerts keep you focused, and Pomodoro routines boost efficiency. Run “25 min focus → 5 min break” automatically. [Bedroom & Bedtime Routines] Manage bedtime habits without waking your family. Automate reading, stretching, meditation, and more with routines. Stay on your own pace in a quiet environment. [Gym & Workouts] Great for HIIT or circuit training. A routine like “45 sec workout → 15 sec rest” is incredibly handy. Start instantly from a widget without breaking your flow. [Parenting & Childcare] For bedtime routines, feeding intervals, nap tracking, and more. Measure time without sound—no need to worry about waking your baby. ■ Pricing [Free Plan] • 1 Tilt preset • 1 Routine • Unlimited single timers • Small widget only • All timer modes available [Plus Plan] • Unlimited presets • Unlimited routines • All widget sizes (Small / Medium / Large) ■ Recommended for • Anyone who wants to manage meeting/presentation timeboxes • Anyone using the Pomodoro technique to improve focus • People who want a quiet bedtime routine timer in the bedroom • Anyone who needs workout intervals at the gym • Parents who want to manage time without waking their baby ■ Support For questions or requests, feel free to contact us at: https://kohakuwebdesign.net/apps/vertextimer#support Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
HabiDone
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“I want to keep jogging every 3 days.” “I want to limit sweets to 3 times a week.” "I don't want to miss my recycling days every two weeks." “I want to know how many pages I need to write each day to meet my deadline.” “I want to keep a diary of my daily life.” Everyone has something different they want to manage. With HabiDone, you can manage it all in your own custom list. ■■■ App Highlights ■■■ ■ Designed for peace of mind HabiDone works offline and does not require an account. Your entries are not sent to an external server, so you can manage personal records with confidence. ■ Quick logging Just tap to record. For larger numbers, long-press to enter values with the keypad. Quickly update progress across multiple items and check remaining targets at a glance. ■ Flexible recurrence settings Set schedules daily, by day of the week, or by intervals from your last entry. HabiDone supports a wide range of tracking styles. ■ Start quickly with templates Choose a sample Habit, Task, or Limit to start with settings such as recurrence or a due date already in place. ■ Clear status labels See labels such as Active, Must Do, and Done at a glance, so you can quickly tell what action to take for each item. ■ Stay on track History and monthly summaries help you build habits and keep up with your tasks. ■ Keep your list tidy Archive items you no longer use while keeping their history. You can review or restore archived items anytime. ■ Flexible notifications End-of-day reminders prompt you to log your progress, and next-morning reminders help you catch missed entries from the day before. Notification content and badge counts make it easy to see how many items still need attention. ■ Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets View items that need attention from your Home Screen or Lock Screen. The Home Screen widget shows up to four items. ■ Catch up anytime Forgot to log something? You can add entries later, so you can keep going even on imperfect days. ■ Fits your schedule Adjust the daily reset time to match your lifestyle and routine. ■ Make it yours Customize colors and choose between light and dark mode. ■ Advanced management tools Sort items by due date, priority, or tags. Filter by period or importance. Duplicate items, toggle setup guides, access support, and manage notifications for today’s items. ■ Pricing Core features are free. A one-time Premium purchase unlocks backup, masked text for private items, and color preset saving.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HabiDone at every 8 days against VertexTimer's every 3 months. HabiDone also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. VertexTimer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and HabiDone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
VertexTimer ships an update every 3 months, HabiDone every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VertexTimer | HabiDone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hiroki Sakaguchi | Naoki Akita |
In-app purchases
VertexTimer
- Plus - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Plus Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Alarm Pack$14.99
- Lifetime$59.99
HabiDone
- Premium Unlock$4.99









