Best Hot Potato Timer Apps & Games

219+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

Hot Potato Timer is the household name in hot potato timer, but it's far from the only option. We track 219+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Top Picks for Hot Potato Timer

Random Timer Generator#2

Random Timer Generator by OneUp App LLC

A random countdown timer
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.8(56 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app generates random countdown timers within a specified time range. It's versatile for games, meditation, exercise, studying, and more. Customize sounds, vibrations, and looping modes for a personalized experience.

Hot Potato - Board Game#3

Hot Potato - Board Game by Appchance

Worth Considering
🎮 Games
3.0(16 ratings)
Free
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This app serves as a timer for the "Hot Potato" board game, randomly setting time limits for players to answer questions. It enhances gameplay by adding an element of surprise and allows for portable fun anywhere.

More Hot Potato Timer apps to explore

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Hot Potato: Family Party Game
Hot Potato: Family Party Game
Hot Potato: Family Party Game
All Ages Fast Paced Party Game
Free

This app reimagines the classic hot potato game with a variety of challenges, including trivia, math problems, and physical tasks. Players must complete the assigned action before passing the virtual potato. It offers over 1,000 challenges in its full version.

Classic hot potato reimaginedIncludes trivia questionsFeatures math challenges
🎮 Games
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Hot Potato - family game
Hot Potato - family game
Hot Potato - family game
Timer with music selection
$0.99

A fun party game for families and friends, featuring a timer and music selection. Pass a soft toy or potato around while the music plays to avoid being caught when the timer stops.

Classic hot potato gameplayTimer functionalityMusic selection
🎮 Games
(0)
paid
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Fun Timer appy-now
Fun Timer appy-now
Fun Timer appy-now
child friendly timer
Free

This child-friendly timer reveals fun images as it counts down, ending with a unique sound. Personalize timers with your own photos and recorded sounds for various activities, from homework to bedtime. It even includes a special 2-minute timer for brushing teeth.

Reveals fun images as timer counts downUnique ending soundsPersonalized timers with own photos
🎬 Entertainment
(3)
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
Countdown Star
Countdown Star
Countdown Star
Countdown/Count Up Event Timer
Free

Track time until or since important life events. Set custom timers for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and more. Personalize with your own photos and share progress with friends.

Add custom eventsCustomize event visualsApple Watch display
🎬 Entertainment
(213K)
ad-supported
9
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
Visual countdown seconds timer
Free

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.

Multiple timer creationCustomizable layoutsPersonalized labels, colors, icons
🔧 Utilities
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (TSP)
Free

This interval training app automates your exercise, rest, and cooldown periods for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and sprints. It offers customizable intervals, voice guidance, and music integration to enhance focus and workout efficiency. Track your progress with Apple Health integration.

Automated exercise and rest intervalsCustomizable workout presetsVoice and beep guidance
💪 Health & Fitness
(73K)
free with in-app purchases
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AnyTimer
AnyTimer
AnyTimer
Simple countdown timers
Free

Manage multiple cooking timers simultaneously to ensure perfect results for various dishes. Never miss a crucial cooking step again, from pasta to steak, and enjoy your meal preparation with confidence.

Simultaneous countdown timersPrecise time management for cookingUser-friendly interface
🍔 Food & Drink
(1)
free
12
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Cooking, Workouts, Meditation
Free

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.

Multiple timers and stopwatchesMulti-step interval timersCustomizable timer segments
🔧 Utilities
(40K)
free with in-app purchases
13
TalkingTimer™
TalkingTimer™
TalkingTimer™
by Tama Co.,Ltd.
Free

A voice-activated countdown timer that verbally announces remaining time, eliminating the need to check your device. Save custom timer settings, personalize the look, and utilize features like location logging and flashlight notifications.

Voice-activated time settingVerbal remaining time announcementsSave custom timer presets
🔧 Utilities
(21)
free
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Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Workout Timer
Free

This app is a versatile interval timer designed for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. It features an interactive coach, customizable alerts, music control, and integration with Apple Health for progress tracking.

HIIT and Tabata interval timerInteractive speaking coachWorkout DJ music control
💪 Health & Fitness
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

Full-screen colored displayTemplates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit TrainingVoice and audio alerts
💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Improve your productivity
Free

Enhance your focus and productivity with a timer that breaks work into intervals. This app helps you manage tasks using the Pomodoro technique, offering customizable timers, relaxing sounds, and progress tracking. It supports various Apple devices and works offline.

Pomodoro technique timerCustomizable intervalsRelaxing sound player
📊 Productivity
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
17
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
18
GymNext Flex Timer
GymNext Flex Timer
GymNext Flex Timer
Bluetooth Interval Timer
Free

This app offers advanced interval training timing with customizable modes and the ability to control an external LED display. It integrates with wearables and heart rate monitors for a comprehensive workout experience.

Control external LED displaysMultiple customizable timer modes (Tabata, EMOM, etc.)Save and recall favorite workouts
💪 Health & Fitness
(2K)
free
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Visual Multi Timer: Timus
Visual Multi Timer: Timus
Visual Multi Timer: Timus
Multiple Interval Timers Free
Free

This app helps you manage multiple tasks simultaneously with customizable timers. It offers pre-made templates for various activities like cooking, workouts, and productivity, along with extensive personalization options. Stay on track with features like Live Activities and widgets.

Multiple timers running simultaneouslyMulti-step timer creationExtensive template gallery
🔧 Utilities
(133)
free with in-app purchases
20
Bear Focus Timer : Pomodoro
Bear Focus Timer : Pomodoro
Bear Focus Timer : Pomodoro
Flip to Focus, Forest Sounds
$2.99

This app helps you stay focused by using a unique face-down timer. It incorporates forest-style white noise to enhance concentration and rewards you with praise cards upon completion of focus sessions. Customize your work and break times for optimal productivity.

Face-down focus modePomodoro focus and break cyclesWhite noise sounds
📊 Productivity
(155)
free