Comparison

SimpleTime vs MultiCook Timer+

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

Head to head
About

SimpleTime

This app helps you plan and time multiple dishes simultaneously for perfect meal preparation. It generates a cooking schedule, provides step-by-step instructions, and offers smart timer features to ensure everything finishes at the same time.

Highlights
  • Synchronized multi-dish meal planning
  • Step-by-step cooking checkpoints
  • Live Activity timer display
  • Countdown and count-up modes
  • Multi-oven support (Premium)
  • Temperature flexibility
  • Customizable completion alarms
Features
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SimpleTime - Cooking Timer Never stress about timing multiple dishes again. Add what you're cooking - we build you a plan and timer so everything finishes together, right when you need it. PLAN EVERYTHING TOGETHER Add all your dishes - roast chicken, vegetables, sides, desserts - and we'll build a complete cooking schedule. We work out start times, temperatures and durations so every dish is ready at the same moment. You cook; we handle the rest. STEP-BY-STEP CHECKPOINTS Know exactly what to do and when. We break down your plan into clear checkpoints: "Preheat oven to 180°C" "Add chicken to oven" "Add vegetables at 1:19 PM" "Remove everything at 2:54 PM" Get notifications at each checkpoint (or 30 seconds early with Premium) so you never miss a step. MULTI-OVEN SUPPORT (Premium) Have multiple ovens? We support both electric and fan ovens. Add your kitchen equipment, mark which ovens are active, and we'll build plans that use your setup for the best results. SMART TIMER FEATURES Live Activity - See the timer countdown on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island without opening the app Countdown or Count-Up Mode - Choose how you want to track time Pause & Resume - Life happens. Pause anytime and resume when ready Multiple Active Timers - Track several cooking plans at once Completion Alarms - Customizable alarm sounds and volume when cooking finishes Dark Mode - Easy on the eyes, day or night TEMPERATURE FLEXIBILITY Set your desired oven temperature - we adjust cooking times automatically Switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit Works with any temperature you prefer EXPLANATIONS & CHAT Curious why we chose certain timings? Tap the info button for detailed explanations. Ask questions in the built-in chat to understand your plan better. PREMIUM FEATURES Unlock more with SimpleTime Premium: Early checkpoint notifications (30 seconds before each step) Multiple oven support and management PERFECT FOR: Holiday dinners and family gatherings Meal prep and batch cooking Trying new recipes with confidence Cooking multiple dishes at once Anyone who wants perfectly timed meals WHY SIMPLETIME? Traditional timers only handle one dish. We think bigger - we plan entire meals with multiple dishes, different temperatures and complex timing. Whether it's a weeknight dinner or a holiday feast, we make sure everything comes together perfectly. Download SimpleTime today and let us do the rest. Privacy Policy: https://www.simpletimeapp.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

MultiCook Timer+

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Stop juggling timers and missing critical cooking moments. MultiCook Timer+ is your personal sous chef that keeps every dish perfectly timed, so you can relax and enjoy hosting. NEVER BURN ANOTHER DISH Forget scrambling between pots and pans. See exactly when each dish needs to start, and get timely alerts so nothing overcooks or sits too long. Your guests will wonder how you make hosting look so effortless. PERFECT TIMING, EVERY TIME Planning a Sunday roast with sides? Hosting a dinner party? Set your sit-down time once, and we'll calculate when each dish needs to start. Everything finishes together - hot, fresh, and ready to serve. MASTER COMPLEX RECIPES Cooking a turkey that needs basting every 20 minutes? A roast that requires attention throughout? Set custom basting intervals and receive gentle reminders at exactly the right moments. No more guessing, no more kitchen timers going off randomly. STRESS-FREE HOSTING Stop checking your phone every few minutes or setting multiple hard to manage alarms. Our smart countdown shows you exactly what's happening now, what's coming next, and when you need to take action. Cook with confidence, not anxiety. FEATURES THAT MAKE COOKING EASIER: Smart Start Times Set when you want to eat, and we calculate backwards to tell you when each dish should start cooking. No mental math required. Intelligent Notifications Get alerted when it's time to start cooking, when basting is needed, and when dishes are ready. Clear, helpful reminders that don't overwhelm. Built-in Resting Time Know exactly how long meat needs to rest before carving. Factor in dishing-up time so side dishes don't go cold while you plate the main course. Custom Basting Alerts Set your own basting intervals (every 15, 20, 30 minutes, etc.) and get timely reminders throughout the cook. Perfect for roasts, turkeys, and anything that needs regular attention. Reusable Meal Plans Save your favorite meal combinations and cooking schedules. Planning the same roast dinner next month? Just tap and start cooking - all your timings are already set. Beautiful, Easy Interface Clean design that's easy to read even with flour-covered hands. Large buttons, clear timers, and an intuitive layout designed for real cooking situations. PERFECT FOR: - Sunday roasts with multiple side dishes - Holiday meals (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter) - Dinner parties where timing is everything - BBQs and outdoor cooking - Any meal where coordination matters FREE VERSION: Create a meal with up to 4 cooking items. Perfect for trying out the app and assisting with small meals. PRO VERSION (One-Time Purchase): - Unlimited meals - Unlimted cooking items - Additional cooking methods - Customisable notification sounds - Light & dark mode options - Time units preference - All future updates included - No subscription – pay once, own forever YOUR KITCHEN DESERVES BETTER Stop relying on scattered timers and mental calculations. Download MultiCook Timer+ and transform how you cook multi-dish meals. Questions? Contact us at: multicooktimer@gmail.com Privacy Policy & Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/multicooktimer

Screenshots

SimpleTime4 screens
MultiCook Timer+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MultiCook Timer+ at none against SimpleTime's shown. MultiCook Timer+ also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). SimpleTime's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SimpleTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and MultiCook Timer+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpleTime ships an update every 2 weeks, MultiCook Timer+ every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SimpleTime versus MultiCook Timer+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleTimeMultiCook Timer+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVolga TechnologyADAM DANIEL NEWMAN

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SimpleTime

Subscriptions2
  • SimpleTime Monthly$2.991 Month
  • SimpleTime Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • SimpleTime Lifetime$39.99
1 purchases

MultiCook Timer+

One-time1
  • Pro Version$4.99

Questions

Is SimpleTime free?
SimpleTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MultiCook Timer+ free?
MultiCook Timer+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SimpleTime or MultiCook Timer+ have ads?
SimpleTime shows ads; MultiCook Timer+ does not.
Which is updated more often, SimpleTime or MultiCook Timer+?
SimpleTime ships an update every 2 weeks, and MultiCook Timer+ every 5 days. Most recently, SimpleTime was updated on August 23, 2026 and MultiCook Timer+ on September 28, 2026.

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