Cook Timer vs Grillory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Cook Timer
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You set the timer. Put the phone down. Came back to overcooked pasta. One alarm isn't enough when you're cooking three things at once. Cook Timer runs multiple named timers side-by-side โ pasta, chicken, veggies โ all on one screen. Nothing gets forgotten because each timer tells you exactly what it's counting down for. [What Changes When You Use Cook Timer] โข Multiple dishes in progress โ nothing overcooked, nothing burnt โข Each timer is labeled with the dish name โ no more "which timer is that?" โข Large countdown display readable from across the kitchen [Timers That Actually Go Off] - Triple alert: vibration + sound + screen flash - Works in silent mode โ vibration and flash still fire - Background and lock screen compatible โ keep cooking, we've got the timing People say things like: "Finally a timer that actually rings. Every time." "I'm doing laundry while pasta's going โ no missed timer once." "The labeled timers saved dinner. I had 4 things going and nothing got overcooked." "I've had timers not ring when my phone was locked or on silent." โ Cook Timer uses system notifications with triple-redundancy (vibration + flash + sound). Even with the screen off, even in silent mode, you'll know when your dish is done. "My last timer app broke after an update โ right in the middle of dinner." โ Core timer functionality is the one thing that cannot break. Cook Timer's alerts and countdown logic don't change with updates. "I opened my usual app and got a full-screen ad before I could even set the timer." โ Cook Timer doesn't interrupt you at the moment you need it most. Open the app โ the timer screen is already there. "Is it free?" โ Up to 5 simultaneous timers and built-in presets are free. Premium unlocks unlimited timers and the full preset library ($0.99/month). Premium Subscription: Upgrade to Premium for unlimited timers and full preset access. - Monthly plan: $0.99/month - Payment charged to Apple ID account at purchase confirmation - Subscription automatically renews unless canceled 24 hours before period end - Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Account Settings Privacy Policy: https://cook-timer-prod.web.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://cook-timer-prod.web.app/terms.html Cook confidently. Everything lands on the table on time. [From the Kitchen Series โ Related Apps] - FridgeCook AI (AI Recipe Generator): Use what's in your fridge, then time it perfectly with Cook Timer - FastWise (Fasting Timer): Manage your eating window and cook your best meal when it opens Search each app name on the App Store. You might also like - FridgeCook AI - Recipe Finder: 3-Second Recipe. No Thinking. - SweetLog - Cafe Sweets Diary: AI Writes Your Cafe Instagram. Search for these apps by name on the App Store.
Grillory
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Grillory is the all-in-one BBQ & grilling companion that tells you exactly how long to cook and what internal temperature to hit - so every steak, burger, chicken breast and rack of ribs comes off the grill cooked the way you want. It is 100% offline, needs no account, and is ready the moment you open it. Stop guessing and stop overcooking. Whether you run a charcoal kettle, a gas grill, a pellet smoker or a simple pan, Grillory gives you trusted cook times per side and clear target internal temperatures, then runs the timers for you. No more dry chicken, no more raw centers, no more burnt edges - just consistent, repeatable results every single cookout, from a quick weeknight steak to a low-and-slow weekend brisket. WHY GRILLORY - Pick a cut, choose your doneness, set the thickness - get the cook time and target temp instantly. - Run multiple cook timers at once, so steaks, corn and ribs all finish on time. - Flip reminders and a dedicated rest timer mean nothing gets forgotten. - A searchable doneness and internal-temperature guide for meat, seafood and vegetables. MANY TIMERS, ONE COOKOUT - Start several timers together, each with its own label. - A flip reminder fires at the halfway mark for an even sear. - Add a rest timer so your steak relaxes and stays juicy before slicing. - Big, readable countdowns with alarm and haptic alerts for noisy backyards. - Add or trim a minute on the fly, pause, resume and reset any timer. DONENESS & TEMPERATURE GUIDE - Searchable reference for beef, pork, poultry, lamb, seafood and vegetables. - Doneness ladders from rare to well done with target internal temperatures. - Safe minimum temperatures for chicken, pork and ground meat. - Resting times and a practical tip for every cut. - Switch instantly between Celsius and Fahrenheit. YOUR COOK LOG - Save every cook with a photo, a star rating and notes so you can repeat your best. - Mark favorites and find them fast. - Sort by recent, rating or name. INSIGHTS THAT MOTIVATE - A consistency heatmap of your grilling days. - This week vs last, plus your busiest weekday and time of day. - Personal records: most cooked, top rated, best day and longest streak. - Around 40 achievements to unlock as you cook more. PRIVATE & OFFLINE - No account, no sign-up, no cloud. Everything stays on your device. - Works with no signal at all - perfect for the backyard, the park or the campsite. - Export and import your cook log as JSON whenever you like. PERFECT FOR - Weekend grillers and backyard BBQ hosts who want consistent results. - Beginners learning how long to grill chicken or what temperature steak is medium. - Smoker fans cooking brisket, pulled pork and ribs low and slow. - Anyone who wants a simple, private grill timer with meat cooking times built in. Fire it up, pick your cut, and let Grillory handle the timing and the temperatures. Food safety note: cooking times and temperatures are general guidance only. Always verify safe minimum internal temperatures with a food thermometer, especially for poultry, pork and ground meat.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Grillory at none against Cook Timer's 3. Grillory also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Cook Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Grillory asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Cook Timer | Grillory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | โ |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tomohito Kii | Ferran Espuna |
In-app purchases
Cook Timer
- Monthly - Cook Timer$2.991 Month
- Annual - Cook Timer$14.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$29.99
Grillory
No in-app purchases









