# MultiTimer vs Kids Timer by Kiddo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kids Timer by Kiddo at none against MultiTimer's 4. Kids Timer by Kiddo also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). MultiTimer's advantage is ratings volume (16K vs 78). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MultiTimer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Kids Timer by Kiddo asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MultiTimer against 4.7 for Kids Timer by Kiddo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MultiTimer has 16K ratings behind it against 78, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of MultiTimer's written reviews are positive against 75% of Kids Timer by Kiddo's.

MultiTimer ships an update every 2 weeks, Kids Timer by Kiddo fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MultiTimer | Kids Timer by Kiddo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-multiple-timers/id973421278/reviews) | [4.7 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-timer-by-kiddo/id1665876057/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **16K** | 78 |
| Positive reviews | **79.2% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 98 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sergey Astakhov](https://appshunter.io/developer/350555478) | [oWorld Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/291192797) |

## What reviewers say

### MultiTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-multiple-timers/id973421278)

Manage multiple countdowns and count-ups simultaneously with customizable timers for any task. Organize your time with flexible layouts, personalized alerts, and easy sharing options. Optimize productivity for work, study, or daily activities.

**Highlights:** Multiple timer creation, Customizable layouts, Personalized labels, colors, icons, Timer history tracking, Web sharing of timers, iCloud sync, Apple Watch support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MultiTimer Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| MultiTimer Pro | $7.99 | per year |
| MultiTimer Pro | $8.99 | per year |
| MultiTimer Pro | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Excellent multi-timer functionality
- 👍 Highly customizable timers
- 🎨 Beautiful and intuitive design
- 🔍 Versatile for various use cases (cooking, workouts, productivity, etc.)
- 🌍 Syncs across devices via iCloud

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔇 Alarms not always audible when phone is locked or in silent mode
- 🕰 Apple Watch app has limited functionality compared to iPhone app
- 💰 Pro version considered expensive by some users

**Reported bugs**

- Interval timers not playing sounds consistently
- Timers not syncing properly between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Timers continuing to countdown after being reset

**Requested features**

- Allow custom timer durations
- Add ability to copy/duplicate timers
- Implement text-to-speech for alert tones
- Improve Apple Watch app to match iPhone app functionality
- Add option to automatically repeat timers


### Kids Timer by Kiddo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-timer-by-kiddo/id1665876057)

This app helps parents establish consistent routines for their children, providing a sense of security and independence. It visually displays remaining time for activities, reducing meltdowns and fostering autonomy. The tool is designed to simplify and reinforce daily schedules for young ones.

**Highlights:** Define child routines, Visual time remaining display, Promotes child autonomy, Reduces activity transition meltdowns, Supports consistent scheduling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MultiTimer free?

MultiTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kids Timer by Kiddo free?

Kids Timer by Kiddo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MultiTimer or Kids Timer by Kiddo?

MultiTimer and Kids Timer by Kiddo are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 16K and 78 ratings respectively.

### Do MultiTimer or Kids Timer by Kiddo have ads?

Neither MultiTimer nor Kids Timer by Kiddo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MultiTimer or Kids Timer by Kiddo?

MultiTimer ships an update every 2 weeks, and Kids Timer by Kiddo fortnightly. Most recently, MultiTimer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Kids Timer by Kiddo on September 24, 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.*