Best Film Developer Timer Apps

215+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
15 free apps
Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good film developer timer apps. We benchmark 215+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Film Developer Timer Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Develop!Develop!Free4.8β˜… (374)NoNoJul 2026
2Massive Dev Chart TimerMassive Dev Chart Timer$9.993.7β˜… (53)NoNoJul 2026
3Silver Lab – Film Dev TimerSilver Lab – Film Dev TimerFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
4Developer - Film DevelopingDeveloper - Film DevelopingFreeβ€”NoYesMay 2026
5Film Development AssistantFilm Development AssistantFree5.0β˜… (3)NoYesMay 2026
6Dev it - darkroom timerDev it - darkroom timerFree3.0β˜… (3)NoNoMay 2026
7ColorDev TimerColorDev TimerFreeβ€”NoYesMay 2026
8Silverlog TimerSilverlog TimerFreeβ€”β€”NoJul 2026

Top Picks for Film Developer Timer

Develop!#1

Develop! by Todd Breslow

Film Development Timer
Editor's Choice
πŸ“· Photo & Video
4.8😊(374 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a flexible and intuitive timer for film and darkroom development. Create custom development recipes with multiple steps and intervals, and utilize a special darkroom mode for low-light conditions. Easily share your recipes and import them from FilmDev.org.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Straightforward and useful
  • πŸ‘ Customizable timers and recipes
  • πŸ‘ Helpful voice prompts
  • πŸ‘ Simple and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional crashes or bugs
  • πŸ”‹ Cannot run in background
  • πŸ‘Ž Quiet chime/alarm volume
Massive Dev Chart Timer#2

Massive Dev Chart Timer by Freestyle Photo & Imaging

Film Developing Tool
Strong Contender
πŸ“· Photo & Video
3.7😐(53 ratings)
$9.99
#35in Photo & Video
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This app provides an offline film development chart and a multi-step timer for photographers. It includes customizable agitation, darkroom themes, and support for various developing and fixing steps. It also offers automated compensation for development time and temperature.

What We Love

  • πŸ“š Comprehensive film and developer database
  • ⏱️ Reliable timer with agitation reminders
  • 🎯 Easy-to-use interface for darkroom work
  • πŸŒ™ Darkroom mode with red/black display

Room to Improve

  • 🚫 Black and white film only (no color film support)
  • πŸ› Recent update broke HC110 dilution display
  • πŸ› App crashes on certain devices/iOS versions

More Film Developer Timer apps to explore

4
Developer - Film Developing
Developer - Film Developing
Developer - Film Developing
Film Developing Assistant
Free
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
5
Film Development Assistant
Film Development Assistant
Film Development Assistant
Helps with all things film dev
Free

This app helps amateur photographers track their film development chemicals and sessions. It monitors chemical batch expiration, usage, and provides multi-stage timers for development processes. Users can also record notes on session quality for future reference.

Chemical batch trackingExpiration date monitoringSession tracking
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(3)
free with in-app purchases
6
Dev it - darkroom timer
Dev it - darkroom timer
Dev it - darkroom timer
by Dario Marcucci
Free

This app assists with analog film development by providing a database of film and developer combinations, customizable timers, and the ability to share and rate user-created recipes. Users can also create their own unique development formulas and agitation patterns.

Film/developer combination databaseCreate custom combinationsShare and rate user recipes
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(3)
free
7
ColorDev Timer
ColorDev Timer
ColorDev Timer
C-41 film development timer
Free
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(0)
8
Silverlog Timer
Silverlog Timer
Silverlog Timer
by Simon Westgate
Free
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(0)
9
Film Process Timer
Film Process Timer
Film Process Timer
Simple. Clear. Customizable.
Free

This app helps manage film developing processes with customizable multi-step timers. It offers a special darkroom mode with red hues and allows synchronization across devices. Predefined timers are available in the free version, with expanded features in the paid version.

Multiple customizable timersMulti-step timer configurationDarkroom color mode
πŸ”§ Utilities
(2)
free with in-app purchases
10
Analog Film Timer & Developer
Analog Film Timer & Developer
Analog Film Timer & Developer
Tabelle, Temperatur & Rechner
$14.00

This app helps analog film photographers develop film with precision and consistency. It features a smart calculator for estimating development times and an integrated timer with agitation reminders, all based on manufacturer-sourced data.

Development time calculatorManufacturer-sourced dataCustom development entries
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(0)
paid
11
ProLab Film Developer
ProLab Film Developer
ProLab Film Developer
Adaptive color film developing
$7.99

Achieve consistent color film development at home with real-time adjustments for temperature and chemistry. This app eliminates guesswork by actively recalculating development times based on changing conditions, ensuring repeatable results without expensive equipment.

Real-time time compensationChemistry trackingDynamic Time-Temperature Engine
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(2)
paid
12
DevelopFilm: Darkroom Lab
DevelopFilm: Darkroom Lab
DevelopFilm: Darkroom Lab
Film Developing & Timer
Free

This app is a pocket darkroom companion for black-and-white film development. It offers official developing times, a smart timer with agitation guidance, and full process control. Track your film details and parameters in a built-in journal to refine your workflow and achieve consistent results.

Official developing times databaseSmart timer with agitation guidanceFull process control adjustments
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(2)
freemium
13
TimerCam - Self Timer Camera
TimerCam - Self Timer Camera
TimerCam - Self Timer Camera
by Daisuke Yamashita
Free

Easily capture photos of yourself with a customizable self-timer. Choose your delay, flash mode, and utilize the front camera for perfect solo shots. Save and preview your images effortlessly.

Selectable timer delayCountdown sound effectSelectable flash mode
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(9)
free
14
FilmBox by Photomyne
FilmBox by Photomyne
FilmBox by Photomyne
Film Negatives Photo Scanner
Free

Transform old film negatives into digital photos with this AI-powered scanner app. Simply use a backlight source and your phone's camera to reveal and scan hidden memories. The app automatically inverts colors and enhances images for optimal results.

AI-powered negative scanningAutomatic color inversionImage enhancement
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(6.2K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Reciprocity Timer
Reciprocity Timer
Reciprocity Timer
by Pump Interactive
$1.99

This app helps film photographers calculate exposure compensation for reciprocity failure. It offers a standard version for basic calculations and a pro version with advanced features like note-taking and custom film databases. It also includes an exposure timer and filter compensation tools.

Reciprocity compensation calculationsExposure timerFilter compensation slider
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(3)
free with in-app purchases
16
Timer Auto Camera - Set Second
Timer Auto Camera - Set Second
Timer Auto Camera - Set Second
Set a timer, snap a photo!
Free

Capture group photos effortlessly by setting a countdown timer before the shot. This utility allows you to include everyone in the frame, from families to friends. Save and manage your captured photos and videos directly within the app.

Custom timer duration up to 60 secondsFront and back camera supportFlashlight control
πŸ“· Photo & Video
(962)
free with in-app purchases
17
LabTimer
LabTimer
LabTimer
by 0x0c
Free

This app provides multiple configurable timers for various uses, from scientific experiments to everyday tasks like cooking and workouts. It features a clear display, customizable labels, and the ability to repeat count-down timers.

Four configurable timersCount-up and count-down modesLarge display and buttons
πŸ”§ Utilities
(174)
free
18
Camera Timer!
Camera Timer!
Camera Timer!
by nakhon phagdeechat
Free

Capture photos of yourself or groups with a customizable countdown timer. Choose between single or multiple shots, and set audio or visual alerts before and after taking pictures. Ideal for hands-free photography.

Customizable countdown timerSingle and multi-shot modesSet number of continuous shots
πŸ”§ Utilities
(41)
ad-supported
19
Timer
Timer
Timer
polyvalent,avancΓ©,configurable
$3.99

This advanced timer allows for precise time management across various activities. Set multiple special events with customizable triggers like sounds, messages, or screen flashing. It's ideal for games, workouts, cooking, meditation, and any task requiring accurate timing, even when the app is in the background.

Multiple complex timers simultaneouslyScheduled event triggers (sounds, messages, photos)Customizable display modes (textual, graphical)
πŸ”§ Utilities
(218)
free
20
KODAK Cinema Tools
KODAK Cinema Tools
KODAK Cinema Tools
Filmmaker Tools
Free

This app provides essential tools for filmmakers working with celluloid film. It includes a film calculator for run time and a depth of field calculator for precise focus control. Additionally, it offers access to a contact directory and a list of film processing labs.

Film Calculator for run timeDepth of Field CalculatorOnline contact directory
πŸ”§ Utilities
(209)
free

FAQ about Film Developer Timer

What are the best film developer timer apps for iPhone?
Develop! tops our film developer timer apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 374 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 15 of the top film developer timer apps we rank are free to download, including Develop! and Silver Lab – Film Dev Timer.
Develop! has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 215+ film developer timer apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Develop! is a film development timer designed for film and darkroom use. It allows you to create and manage custom development recipes with multiple steps and intervals, ensuring precise timing for your film processing.
Key features include a flexible recipe creation system with unlimited steps and intervals, a dedicated Darkroom Mode with a red-on-black theme, an integrated interval timer for precise agitation reminders, the ability to import recipes from FilmDev.org, and options to share your recipes.