Best Timer Apps
Browse 4 apps in this category. Find the right tool for your workflow.
Top Apps in Timer Apps
Compare features, pricing, and platforms to find the perfect app for your needs.
Focus Keeper
Simple timer
Clean and straightforward
Toggl Track
Time tracking
Project-based tracking
Clockify
Free time tracker
Unlimited free tracking
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Common Questions
Everything you need to know about choosing the right app.
Why use a dedicated timer app instead of my phone's timer?
Dedicated timer apps like Bento offer productivity-specific features: session tracking, statistics, break reminders, and focus-enhancing design. Built-in phone timers lack these capabilities and cannot help you understand your productivity patterns or build consistent habits.
What is the best timer duration for productivity?
Research suggests 25-90 minutes depending on the task and individual. Start with 25-minute sessions and experiment. Bento lets you customize timer lengths to find your optimal duration for different work types.
Should my timer make sounds during the session?
Most people focus best with silent timers that only notify at the end. Bento's ambient live themes provide gentle visual presence without distracting sounds, keeping the timer present in awareness without breaking concentration.
How do timers help with procrastination?
Committing to just 10 minutes is easier than facing an undefined work session. Timers lower the barrier to starting, and once you begin, momentum often carries you forward. The technique of starting with a minimal timer is one of the most effective anti-procrastination strategies.
Should I time all my work or just focused sessions?
Timing everything can become tedious and counterproductive. Focus on timing sessions where you need the accountability and structure. Routine tasks that do not require deep focus may not benefit from timing.
What if I finish my task before the timer ends?
You can either continue with related work, take an early break, or stop the timer. There is no rule that says you must fill the entire duration. The timer is a tool for focus, not a requirement to fill time.
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Japanese-inspired focus timer with beautiful themes and habit tracking.