# Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer vs Silent Flash Timer

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer and Silent Flash Timer both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer's written reviews are positive against 67% of Silent Flash Timer's. Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer also leads on ratings volume (302 vs 9) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days and Silent Flash Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer has 302 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer's written reviews are positive against 67% of Silent Flash Timer's.

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer ships an update every 5 days, Silent Flash Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer | Silent Flash Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (302 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-timer-and-alarm-listtimer/id890352174/reviews)** | [4.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silent-flash-timer-no-sound/id6449392949/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **302** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **89.1% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lemon LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571526603) | [NEUDESIGNLAB, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688874872) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-timer-and-alarm-listtimer/id890352174)

This app offers a simple, one-tap timer for various activities like focus, study, and workouts. It displays finish times, works in the background with notifications, and supports vibration for silent mode. An upgrade option removes ads and adds lock screen countdowns and custom sounds.

**Highlights:** One-tap start, Finish times displayed, Background notifications, Vibration for silent mode, Easy repeat function, Battery friendly operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ListTime One Weeek | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| ListTimer Plus | $2.49 | per month |
| ListTimer Plus | $14.99 | per year |
| ListTimer Plus | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- ⏱️ Seconds display feature (unlike Apple's native timer)
- 🔇 True silent/vibration-only alert option
- 🎯 Multiple simultaneous timers capability
- ✅ Highly reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Alarm doesn't always trigger when app is closed
- 📢 Intrusive and frequent advertisements
- 🔊 Ad sounds play despite silent timer setting
- ⚙️ Awkward repeat function toggle in settings
- 📱 Requires app to remain open for vibration alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Alarm fails to trigger when app is closed or locked
- Vibration doesn't work reliably in background
- App fails to download (stuck on iCloud icon)
- Notification bar alert insufficient to wake users
- Inconsistent vibration performance in some scenarios

**Requested features**

- 12-hour time format option for end-time display
- Independent alarm volume control (separate from phone volume)
- Simpler repeat function toggle (zero repeat option in settings)
- Text/description field to note what timer is for
- Interval repetition with alerts


### Silent Flash Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silent-flash-timer-no-sound/id6449392949)

This app provides a silent timer that uses screen flashes for notifications instead of sound or vibration. It's ideal for focused work, quiet environments like libraries, or for users sensitive to auditory alerts, ensuring time management without disruption.

**Highlights:** Screen flash notifications, No sound or vibration alerts, Ideal for focused work, Suitable for quiet environments, User-friendly interface, Supports time management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium - Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Ad Removal Discounted | $5.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Ad Removal | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer free?

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Silent Flash Timer free?

Silent Flash Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer or Silent Flash Timer?

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer is rated higher. Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 302 ratings, while Silent Flash Timer averages 4.4 from 9 ratings.

### Do Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer or Silent Flash Timer have ads?

Both Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer and Silent Flash Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer or Silent Flash Timer?

Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer ships an update every 5 days, and Silent Flash Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer was updated on September 23, 2026 and Silent Flash Timer on September 8, 2026.

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