iCounter vs Appliance Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
iCounter
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A simple and elegant counter app for your daily counting needs. Features: โข Simple tap to count with large, easy-to-read LCD display โข Full-screen tap mode - tap anywhere to count โข Vibration and sound feedback options โข History records with timestamps โข Customizable settings โข Clean, minimal dark theme design Perfect for tracking anything - reps at the gym, items counted, game scores, and more. Your count is automatically saved, so you never lose your progress.
Appliance Timer
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ReadyBy helps you make appliances finish when you actually want them to. Choose an appliance, pick its program length, and set the time you want it ready. ReadyBy calculates the delay setting for your dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, pressure cooker, rice cooker, EV charger, or other timed appliance. No more counting hours backward. No more wondering whether to set Delay Start, Delay End, Start At, or Finish At. ReadyBy gives you a clear instruction you can use on the appliance in front of you. Use ReadyBy to: - Plan dishwasher, laundry, dryer, cooking, and charging cycles - Calculate delay timers from your desired finish time - Save appliance programs you use often - Get reminders before a cycle starts or finishes - Avoid noisy overnight finishes with quiet hours - Keep timer history for repeated routines ReadyBy is local-first and simple by design. There is no account required, no smart-home setup, and no complicated automation. It is built for the everyday appliance timers already in your home. Supported across brands and formats, including Bosch, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, GE, Maytag, Electrolux, Miele, KitchenAid, Kenmore, Frigidaire, Haier, Fisher & Paykel, Smeg, Tefal, Cuisinart, Ninja, Breville, Thermador, Anova, Instant Pot, and V-ZUG-compatible workflows. ReadyBy Plus unlocks unlimited saved devices, unlimited active timers, saved routines, full history, and estimated cheaper-time planning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Appliance Timer at none against iCounter's shown. Appliance Timer also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 7 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. iCounter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Appliance Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iCounter ships an update every 7 months, Appliance Timer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCounter | Appliance Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 4 days โ better |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ๆฏ็ ้ | Bhagya Silva |
In-app purchases
iCounter
- Counter Pro$1.99
Appliance Timer
- ReadyBy Plus Weekly$0.997 Days
- ReadyBy Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
- ReadyBy Plus Yearly$19.991 Year
Questions
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