VertexTimer vs ThisDay
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/
ThisDay
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やりたいことに集中できる毎日をつくる。 「今日、何しよう?」そう考えるたびに時間が過ぎていく。 ThisDayは、あなたの1日の隙間を自動で見つけてくれる時間管理アプリです。 毎日の固定スケジュール(仕事・食事・睡眠)を登録するだけで、その合間にある自由時間を自動で計算。あとはその枠に「何をするか」を1つ書くだけ。 ■ こんな人に ・ToDoリストを作るけど、結局何もこなせない ・スキマ時間があるのに、何をすべきか迷ってしまう ・毎日のルーティンはあるが、自由時間の使い方が曖昧になっている ■ シンプルな3ステップ 1. 起床・就寝時刻と、毎日の固定予定を設定 2. 固定予定の合間の空き枠が自動で表示される 3. 気になる枠をタップして「何をするか」を1つ書くだけ ■ 特徴 ・1枠に1タスク。シンプルだから続く ・昨日・今日・明日の3日間だけを管理。週や月の計画は要らない ・固定予定の時間をその日だけ変更できる(打ち合わせが伸びたときも安心) ・毎朝の通知でリマインド。時刻は自由に設定可能 ・データはすべてデバイス内に保存。アカウント不要・ネット不要 開いたらすぐ今日が見える。今日の予定を、今日こなす。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ThisDay at none against VertexTimer's 4. ThisDay also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.1). 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. VertexTimer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ThisDay asks for nothing beyond the download.
VertexTimer ships an update every 3 months, ThisDay every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VertexTimer | ThisDay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hiroki Sakaguchi | Riku Higashimura |
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
ThisDay
No in-app purchases









