Comparison

Speech Timer Visual vs Simple Timer

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

Head to head
About

Speech Timer Visual

Features
Read full description

Do you need to do something within a certain time? Do you need to monitor your progress along the way? Are you frustrated by countdown timers that stop counting just when you need them most, when you reach the alloted time? I was. When I first started timing my speeches I used my phones stop watch. Two problems - I couldn't read the numbers with my peripheral vision whilst making my speech and secondly, I had to continually remember what my alloted time was and compare that with the stop watch display, subtracting the two numbers in my head to see how much time I had left. I found that mentally exhausting to do whilst simultaneously making a speech! Next I tried my phones countdown timer. This worked much better. I could set my alloted time and see how much time I had left. I still couldn't read the numbers with my peripheral vision, but the biggest problem arose at the end of my speech. Once the allotted time was reached, the timer simply stopped! This is what countdown timers are supposed to do but it is not what you want when making a speech. One does not simply stop the speech once the time is up. Rather, one must bring it to an orderly conclusion and deliver a meaningful closing statement. Whilst doing this, it is helpful to know exactly how much over time you are, something the countdown timer just could not tell me. Surpisingly, I couldn't find a timer that did what I wanted, so I built my own. Combining the features of a stop watch and a countdown timer, this app is just what you need for timing a speech or presentation. Speech Timer Visual gives you all you need at a glance - - elapsed time from start to finish - easily set target time - a visual indication of time elapsed and time remaining - monitor your time and progress as you go - over time visual indication Target time can be 0-60 min and set in 5 sec increments. Ideal for speeches and presentations where time is of the essence, but where your conclusion must be orderly, to the point and definately not rushed.

About

Simple Timer

Features
Read full description

This simple and user-friendly timer app is a convenient time management tool for everyone. With a visual display that makes it easy to see time passing, this app helps users develop a sense of time. Designed with an intuitive and straightforward interface, it supports time management for everyday life, study, work, and various activities. Key Features - Visual Timer: Track time easily with a circular indicator that shows the countdown in real-time, shrinking as time passes, making it easy to manage time. - Simple and Intuitive Interface: The straightforward design makes it accessible for users of all ages. With clearly organized buttons and icons, the app is designed to be easy for anyone to use. - Customizable Alert Sounds: Set recorded sounds as alerts, allowing you to receive notifications with the voices of family members or loved ones, creating a friendly and familiar experience. - Customizable Backgrounds: Personalize the timer’s background with your favorite photos or memories, making each use of the timer an enjoyable experience. This timer app supports habit-building, focus improvement, and effortless time management in everyday life. Perfect for taking breaks, managing tasks, or simply relaxing. Start efficient time management with an app that’s great for everyone!

Screenshots

Speech Timer Visual4 screens
Simple Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Timer at Free against Speech Timer Visual's $2.99. Simple Timer also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 months). Speech Timer Visual's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Simple Timer is free to download; Speech Timer Visual costs $2.99 up front. Simple Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Speech Timer Visual asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speech Timer Visual ships an update every 9 months, Simple Timer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences Β· 1 level
Speech Timer Visual versus Simple Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeech Timer VisualSimple Timer
Price$2.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better16.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul BennieEGG STUDIO LIMITED LIABILITY CO

In-app purchases

None

Speech Timer Visual

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Simple Timer

One-time1
  • Pro Plan$2.99

Questions

Is Speech Timer Visual free?
Speech Timer Visual costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Timer free?
Simple Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Speech Timer Visual or Simple Timer have ads?
Simple Timer shows ads; Speech Timer Visual does not.
Which is updated more often, Speech Timer Visual or Simple Timer?
Speech Timer Visual ships an update every 9 months, and Simple Timer every 5 days. Most recently, Speech Timer Visual was updated on October 9, 2026 and Simple Timer on October 17, 2026.

Other comparisons