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Best Free Simple Timer Apps

231+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good free simple timer apps. We benchmark 231+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Free Simple Timer

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch#2

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch by Minima Software LLC

Cooking, Workouts, Meditation
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.8😊(40K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various activities like cooking, workouts, and daily routines. Build complex interval timers with custom segments and receive voice announcements. Save and reuse timer templates for efficient time management.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for multiple timers
  • 💡 Customizable alarm sounds
  • 👍 Helpful for cooking and productivity

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with timers not updating correctly
  • 🔋 Potential battery drain
  • 🔍 Ads can be intrusive
Simple Timer - Clean & Minimal#3

Simple Timer - Clean & Minimal by Niftify Lab

The most Minimal Timer
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeAds
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A straightforward timer application designed for simplicity and ease of use. It offers a clean interface for setting and managing countdowns without unnecessary features. Ideal for quick timing needs.

More Free Simple Timer apps to explore

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Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
by Alena Kazarova
Free

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various training types like running, cycling, and HIIT. Customize sets, action, and break durations for a personalized workout experience. It runs in the background and saves recent configurations.

Customizable sets, action, and break durationsPlain and simple designSaves last 5 configurations
⚽ Sports
(4.2K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Simple Timer App
Simple Timer App
Simple Timer App
by Hayato Shimizu
Free

This utility app provides a straightforward timer experience by removing all non-essential features. It operates seamlessly in the background and delivers notifications even when the device is locked.

Simple timer functionalityBackground operationLock screen notifications
🔧 Utilities
(2)
free
7
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
Free

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

Customizable intervalsWorkout and rest timersVoice or beep guides
💪 Health & Fitness
(83K)
freemium
8
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Visual timer and reminder
Free

This app offers a fun, visual countdown timer designed for children. When the timer concludes, a surprise animated animal appears, making tasks engaging. It's ideal for managing routines, encouraging focus, and supporting children with special needs.

Visual countdown timerSurprise animated animal revealCustomizable sounds and visuals
📚 Education
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Kitchen cooking alarm
Free

This application provides a clean, simple, and reliable timer for various timing needs, including cooking, sports, and work. It offers seamless integration with Apple Watch and Today Widgets, allowing for synchronized control and notifications.

Apple Watch supportToday Widget supportSynchronized timer control
🔧 Utilities
(943)
ad-supported
10
Kitchen Timer - Simple Cooking
Kitchen Timer - Simple Cooking
Kitchen Timer - Simple Cooking
Custom patterns & colors.
Free

A straightforward kitchen timer designed for everyday cooking. It offers customizable patterns and colors, with a convenient long-press function for quick time setting. Receive notifications even when the app is running in the background.

Easy-to-use interfaceLong press for quick time settingBackground notifications
🔧 Utilities
(157)
free with in-app purchases
11
(Not Boring) Timer
(Not Boring) Timer
(Not Boring) Timer
Loud, Readable & Not Boring
Free

This app offers a visually engaging and intuitive timer experience, inspired by simple egg timers. It features a unique overshoot function, a game-like interface with 3D animations, and customizable skins. Widgets provide quick access to timers for daily routines.

Overshoot and stopwatch modesGame-like 3D interfaceLarge, readable display
🔧 Utilities
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Fun visual timer
Free

This app uses a visual countdown to help children understand time and complete tasks. A picture is revealed as time elapses, and an exciting animation and sound reward completion. It aims to turn daily struggles into fun and encourage quicker task completion.

Visual countdown from green to redPicture revealed as time elapsesExciting sound and animation reward
📚 Education
(39K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Multitimer Alarm Clock
Free

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

Customizable repeating timersOptional interval timer cyclesBackground operation with notifications
🔧 Utilities
(7.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Interval Timer Plus
Interval Timer Plus
Interval Timer Plus
Simple interval timer
Free

This versatile timer app offers a simple yet powerful way to manage timed activities. Customize multiple intervals with individual colors and sounds, and save them as presets for quick access. It's designed for ease of use and visibility, even from a distance, and works seamlessly in the background.

Customizable intervalsNamed intervals with voice readoutIndividual colors and sounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(4.4K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Stopwatch‰
Stopwatch‰
Stopwatch‰
Simple large display Stopwatch
Free

This utility app offers a straightforward stopwatch experience with a large, easy-to-read display and simple two-button operation. It's designed for users who need a no-fuss timer for quick and accurate timekeeping.

Large displaySimple designTwo-button operation
🔧 Utilities
(32K)
ad-supported
16
Tabata Timer □
Tabata Timer □
Tabata Timer □
Simple tabata workout timer
Free

This app provides a straightforward and visually appealing timer for Tabata workouts. Easily customize workout intervals and rest periods by dragging elements. It offers audio guidance, background music support, and workout history tracking.

Customizable workout intervalsDrag-and-drop interfaceAudio guidance
💪 Health & Fitness
(10K)
freemium
17
Finger Timer
Finger Timer
Finger Timer
Simple and elegant speedcubing
Free

This app functions as a speedcubing and speedstacking timer, offering a simple and elegant interface. It allows users to time their solves, track statistics like averages, and even connect to a display device for shared viewing. The app offers both free and full versions with varying features and limitations.

Speedcubing timerSpeedstacking timerAutomatic statistics tracking
🔧 Utilities
(344)
free with in-app purchases
18
All Timers - Timers and Alarms
All Timers - Timers and Alarms
All Timers - Timers and Alarms
Simple multi timer with alarms
Free

Easily schedule reminders for everyday tasks to prevent forgetting. Never miss turning off the stove or moving laundry again. This intuitive multi-timer app helps you stay on top of your schedule.

Schedule small tasksPrevent forgettingMulti-timer functionality
🔧 Utilities
(130)
free with in-app purchases
19
Multiple Simple Timers+
Multiple Simple Timers+
Multiple Simple Timers+
Easy, simple & all at once
Free

Manage multiple countdowns simultaneously for tasks like cooking, studying, or workouts. Assign names to each timer and let them run sequentially, ensuring you stay on track with all your time-sensitive activities.

Simultaneous timer managementCustomizable timer namesSequential timer operation
🍔 Food & Drink
(8)
free
20
Timer‰
Timer‰
Timer‰
by Tim O's Studios, LLC
Free

A straightforward timer app with a large display and two prominent buttons for easy operation. Enjoy a minimalist user experience designed for quick and simple timing needs.

Large displayTwo-button operationSimple design
🔧 Utilities
(17)
free