Comparison

Super Simple Timer vs 3

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

Head to head
About

Super Simple Timer

Features
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This app focuses on simplicity, showing only the elapsed time in large, easy-to-read numbers. No setup required—just open and start using this simple timer. Supports count-up only, with no sound or vibration alerts. It has only two buttons: Start/Pause and Reset. Intuitive and easy for anyone to use. No extra features or settings. The app uses a black background with large numbers, making the time easy to see even in low-light environments. You can use this app for simple time measurement in daily activities, such as studying, work sessions, exercise, presentations, meetings, or other tasks. No advertisements are displayed. [Restrictions and Disclaimers] ・Screen Display: This app is designed exclusively for Landscape mode. If displayed in portrait mode due to OS-level settings or specific device features, the layout may not render correctly. ・Background Operation: Accuracy is not guaranteed while the app is in the background or the device is in sleep mode. Depending on the OS version and power-saving settings, the timer may be delayed or suspended. For accurate results, we recommend keeping the app in the foreground.

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3

Features
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A simple, instant countdown timer that starts the moment you open it. No menus, no setup — just launch the app and the countdown begins right away. FEATURES • Starts automatically on launch Just tap the icon. No settings screen to hunt through. • Adjustable from 1 to 10 minutes Use the − / + buttons to change the duration in 1-minute steps. • Lock Screen & Dynamic Island support Keep an eye on the remaining time right from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. • Never miss the finish A notification, sound, and vibration let you know when time's up. • Optional ambient sound Toggle a calming forest ambience on or off whenever you like. • One-tap start from the Home Screen (Quick Actions) Long-press the app icon to instantly start a 1, 3, 5, or 10-minute timer. • Icon reflects your setting The Home Screen icon updates to show the number of minutes you've set. Great for: • Waiting for instant noodles or tea to steep • Workout or swimming intervals • Brushing your teeth or washing your face • A quick break or focus session Works on iPhone and iPad. Contains banner ads.

Screenshots

Super Simple Timer4 screens
31 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Super Simple Timer at none against 3's shown. Super Simple Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Super Simple Timer versus 3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper Simple Timer3
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInternational Systems CorporationLegal Prompt Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Super Simple Timer

No in-app purchases

None

3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Super Simple Timer free?
Super Simple Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3 free?
3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Super Simple Timer or 3 have ads?
3 shows ads; Super Simple Timer does not.

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