# Timer for Rehearsal vs OnStage Timer Pro

The clearest difference is rating: OnStage Timer Pro at 5.0 against Timer for Rehearsal's 4.6. OnStage Timer Pro also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Timer for Rehearsal's advantage is ratings volume (132 vs 1) and device support (6 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer for Rehearsal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and OnStage Timer Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OnStage Timer Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer for Rehearsal has 132 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Timer for Rehearsal ships an update every 6 weeks, OnStage Timer Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer for Rehearsal | OnStage Timer Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-rehearsal-fin/id726213320/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onstage-timer-pro/id6755630146/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **132** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joseph Cieplinski](https://appshunter.io/developer/568723135) | [Andy Arevalo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853674132) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer for Rehearsal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-rehearsal-fin/id726213320)

This app provides a discreet timer for live performances and events. It uses color changes and custom messages to signal time limits without distracting the audience. Ideal for speakers, presenters, and event organizers to manage schedules effectively.

**Highlights:** Discreet visual time warnings (color changes), Customizable warning times and messages, Overtime counter, Gesture-controlled interface, Count up or down timer, Siri Shortcut support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Unlock | $29.99 | one-time |


### OnStage Timer Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onstage-timer-pro/id6755630146)

This app provides a professional countdown timer for speakers and presenters, featuring large, readable displays with smart color cues. It includes templates for various speech types, rehearsal tools with delivery scores, and external display options.

**Highlights:** Large, readable countdown display, Smart stage color cues (green, yellow, red), Ready-to-use templates for various speeches, Rehearsal and speech coaching with delivery score, Podium mode for landscape viewing, Apple Watch and Live Activities integration, External display support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OnStage Timer Pro | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer for Rehearsal free?

Timer for Rehearsal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is OnStage Timer Pro free?

OnStage Timer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timer for Rehearsal or OnStage Timer Pro?

OnStage Timer Pro is rated higher. Timer for Rehearsal averages 4.6 out of 5 from 132 ratings, while OnStage Timer Pro averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timer for Rehearsal or OnStage Timer Pro have ads?

Neither Timer for Rehearsal nor OnStage Timer Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timer for Rehearsal or OnStage Timer Pro?

Timer for Rehearsal ships an update every 6 weeks, and OnStage Timer Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Timer for Rehearsal was updated on October 14, 2026 and OnStage Timer Pro on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*