Comparison

ClassicTimer vs Switching Hourglass

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

Head to head
About

ClassicTimer

Features
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ClassicTimer brings the charm of a classic kitchen timer to your iPhone. INTUITIVE DIAL Turn the dial to set your time, release to start. Tap to pause, double-tap to reset. It's that simple. 4 SCALES Switch between 6, 12, 36, and 72-minute scales. Perfect for cooking, studying, workouts, and more. LIGHT & DARK MODE Switch with a single tap. Choose the look that suits your style or time of day. WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITIES Start a timer right from your Home Screen widget. See real-time countdown on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. BACKGROUND NOTIFICATIONS Get notified when your timer is done, even while using other apps. PRO (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) β€’ Remove all ads β€’ Color customization (body, dial, ticks, needle, background) β€’ Background image customization (choose from your photo library) Simple, beautiful, and uniquely yours. Terms of Use: https://10half.jp/classictimer/terms.en.html Privacy Policy: https://10half.jp/classictimer/privacy.en.html

About

Switching Hourglass

Features
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Switching Hourglass is a visual timer designed to help children and caregivers move from one activity to the next. Set a clear cue such as "5 more minutes" or "Bath time when the sand runs out." Showing both the ending and the next activity on screen helps everyone share the same expectation without relying only on repeated reminders. Main features: - Hourglass timer - Saved next actions - Sand color options - Finish sounds - Device notifications - Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, and Korean - Restore previous purchase The free version includes the basic timer. The Full Version unlocks additional colors and finish sounds and increases the number of saved next actions. Settings and saved actions are stored on this device. LIFLO does not collect your timer settings or saved action text. Data may be lost if the app is deleted, the device fails, or the operating system or storage is reset. This app is not intended for diagnosis, treatment, or professional parenting guidance. Use it as a simple aid for everyday transitions.

Screenshots

ClassicTimer4 screens
Switching Hourglass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Switching Hourglass at none against ClassicTimer's shown. Switching Hourglass also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. ClassicTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Switching Hourglass sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClassicTimer ships an update fortnightly, Switching Hourglass weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
ClassicTimer versus Switching Hourglass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClassicTimerSwitching Hourglass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.015.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size8 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10HALF LLCChisato Yoshida

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ClassicTimer

One-time1
  • ClassicTimer Pro$1.99
1 purchases

Switching Hourglass

One-time1
  • Switching Hourglass Full$1.99

Questions

Is ClassicTimer free?
ClassicTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Switching Hourglass free?
Switching Hourglass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ClassicTimer or Switching Hourglass have ads?
ClassicTimer shows ads; Switching Hourglass does not.
Which is updated more often, ClassicTimer or Switching Hourglass?
ClassicTimer ships an update fortnightly, and Switching Hourglass weekly. Most recently, ClassicTimer was updated on October 31, 2026 and Switching Hourglass on November 6, 2026.

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