Comparison

My Favorite Timer vs PaceTimer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

My Favorite Timer

This app visually displays remaining time with three colored segments that fill as time progresses. It's simple to set up and use, with an optional alarm and a feature to view total remaining time.

Highlights
  • Three colored time segments
  • Configurable segment lengths
  • Visual progress indicator
  • Optional alarm sound
  • Tap to see total time remaining
Features
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My Favorite Timer uniquely shows the time remaining for your activity via three equally sized colored segments. It’s easy to configure and easy to use. 1) Set the length of time for each color segment 2) Click start 3) As the time progresses, the colored segments fill in at the speed relative to their specified time The time is complete when all three segments are filled in. An optional alarm sound can be played as well. Single tap the while the timer is running to see the total time remaining. Great for: - timing a speech - use at school for timing a class activity - calming a child down (e.g. Timeout) - cooking multiple items in the kitchen at the same time

About

PaceTimer

This app provides a visual timer with color-coded cues to help users manage their time during presentations, meetings, or workouts. It offers customizable alerts and full-screen display options for easy monitoring.

Highlights
  • Visual color-coded timing
  • Flashing light, vibration, and sound alerts
  • Full-screen mode with large fonts
  • Apple Watch synchronization
  • Customizable reminders and colors
  • Cross-device sync
Features
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PaceTimer - Master Your Timing at a Glance In speeches, presentations, or any scenario where precise timing is crucial, PaceTimer is your ultimate companion. Simply place it on your desk, and with its vivid color changes, you can instantly gauge your progress without constant checking. Stay in control, effortlessly. Key Features: Timing at a Glance: PaceTimer uses color-coded visuals to keep you informed: Green: Plenty of time left—proceed with confidence. Yellow: Entering the final countdown—time to wrap up. Red: Time’s up—ensuring you never overrun. No distractions, just a quick glance to stay on track. Smart Stage Alerts: Every color transition is accompanied by flashing lights, vibration, and sound alerts, so you never miss a critical moment. Full-Screen Mode: Display time in large, easy-to-read fonts, perfect for presentations or speeches. Apple Watch Support: Seamlessly sync with your Apple Watch, allowing you to monitor time discreetly. Use Cases: Speeches & Presentations: Keep it on your desk and let the colors guide your pace, avoiding overtime or finishing too early. Meetings & Discussions: Allocate time efficiently and keep discussions productive. Workouts & Training: Set time goals for your exercises and maintain your rhythm. Cooking & Baking: Perfectly time your recipes for delicious results every time. Why Choose PaceTimer? Minimalist Design: Intuitive and straightforward, ready to use without complicated setups. Highly Customizable: Tailor reminders, colors, and alerts to suit your needs. Cross-Device Sync: Works seamlessly on iPhone and Apple Watch, keeping you in control wherever you are. PaceTimer makes time management effortless. Just place it on your desk, and let the colors guide your rhythm. Perfect for any occasion where timing matters. Download PaceTimer now and elevate your time management game!

Screenshots

My Favorite Timer4 screens
PaceTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: My Favorite Timer at 50% against PaceTimer's 0%. My Favorite Timer also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.1). PaceTimer's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 22 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

My Favorite Timer costs $0.99 and PaceTimer $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My Favorite Timer ships an update every 22 months, PaceTimer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
My Favorite Timer versus PaceTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy Favorite TimerPaceTimer
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRien Heald阳 孙

Customer experience

My Favorite Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

PaceTimer

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

My Favorite Timer

No in-app purchases

None

PaceTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My Favorite Timer free?
My Favorite Timer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PaceTimer free?
PaceTimer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do My Favorite Timer or PaceTimer have ads?
Neither My Favorite Timer nor PaceTimer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Favorite Timer or PaceTimer?
My Favorite Timer ships an update every 22 months, and PaceTimer monthly. Most recently, My Favorite Timer was updated on September 8, 2026 and PaceTimer on September 10, 2026.

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