Ember vs Scenova

Ember is a quiet but powerful timer, perfect as a desktop companion when you study or work. ◎ Ticks every second Ember’s timer has a beautifully crafted design. Every second, the timer dial ticks, quietly but lively. It’s life is what makes it different — a perfect choice for those who need a body-doubling companion, including those who are neurodivergent. ◎ Customize it your way Customize the timer with theme colours and a countdown text font. It’s something to look at, so why not make it great? ◎ Never miss it with alarm or notification When the timer expires, the alarm goes off so you won’t miss it. You can also choose to receive a notification instead. Alarm is available on iOS 26.1 and later. ◎ Shortcuts support Start, pause, resume, or reset the timer from Shortcuts. You simply never have to touch the app or unlock your phone — simply ask Siri or use your iPhone’s Action Button. You can also get the current timer status with an action in Shortcuts. This allows you to build more complex workflows that suit your needs. ◎ Widgets and Standby Pin your timer on the Home Screen to keep an eye on its status. You can also add the same widget in large print to Standby.

Stop staring at cold numbers. Scenova turns focus time into something you actually want to keep going. Instead of a harsh countdown on a blank screen, you get a living scene: a candle burning down, sand falling through an hourglass, ice slowly melting, rain drifting across the sky, or a campfire crackling while you work. Time becomes visible — calm, beautiful, and surprisingly motivating. HOW IT WORKS Pick a scene that matches your mood. Drag up or down on the object to set your session length — no typing, no fiddling with sliders. Tap start, put your phone down, and let the scene do the rest. When your session ends, you'll hear a gentle chime (or silence, if you prefer). That's it. One simple ritual, repeated until focus becomes a habit. BUILT FOR REAL FOCUS • Visual timers that feel alive — not another sterile productivity app • Drag on the scene to set your duration in seconds • Ambient sounds crafted for each scene: crackle, rain, water, nature, soft melodies & more • Live Activity on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island — always know where you are • Phone pickup tracking: see how often you reached for your phone mid-session • Streak system that rewards consistency, not perfection • Unlock new scenes as you show up day after day • Native iPad layout with a dedicated control panel • Share beautiful session cards when you finish 9 STUNNING SCENES Candle, Hourglass, Ice Block, Campfire, Sunset, Sunrise, Plant, Moonlight, Rain Cloud & more Whether you're studying for an exam, doing deep work, reading without distractions, or getting into a creative flow — Scenova gives you a reason to stay present. Less willpower. More atmosphere. FREE TO START • 3 scenes included • Sessions up to 25 minutes • Full focus experience — no account required SCENOVA PREMIUM • All scenes unlocked • Sessions longer than 25 minutes • Every new scene we add — included • Support ongoing development Download Scenova. Pick your scene. Light the candle. Start focusing. Subscription required: Premium scenes, sessions longer than 25 minutes, and all future scenes require a paid subscription (annual or lifetime). Privacy Policy https://twoclouds.de/privacy-policy Terms of Service https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/