SnapTimer AlternativesTime Tracking Tools and other similar apps like SnapTimer

SnapTimer is described as 'All the timers I tested were too complex for my taste. I decided to write one that was dead simple, so you could run it, type in a time and hit enter. The aim of SnapTimer is to get out of the way and help you be productive' and is a Time Tracking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to SnapTimer for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, iPhone, Linux and Web-based apps. The best SnapTimer alternative is Hourglass, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SnapTimer are Floating Timer, Micro Timer, Countdown Timer Pro and DeskMinder.

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  1. Hourglass icon
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    Hourglass is the most advanced simple countdown timer for Windows. Just enter a time in just about any format, and hit Enter.

    104 Hourglass alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  2. The Floating Timer app features both a countdown timer and stopwatch that will float on top of other running apps. This app is useful to time activities such as: Exam practice, gaming speed runs (speed-running), gaming boss fights, cooking.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  3. Micro Timer icon
     4 likes

    Micro Timer is a tiny, microwave-inspired timer app for Android. Instead of inventing yet another clever, pretty, tedious method of inputing time, Micro Timer uses the tried-and-true 10-key pad commonly found on microwave ovens.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  4. Create highly customizable countdown timer overlays with ease. It's the perfect tool for work sessions, focus sprints, event timing, or simply keeping track of time visually.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  5. DeskMinder icon
     4 likes

    Create instant desktop pop-up reminders with one click, featuring full-screen alerts, Apple Reminders sync for iOS devices, widget flexibility, light or dark themes, and customizable placement—no complex calendars, ideal for urgent tasks and attention support.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  6. WatchMe icon
     16 likes

    WatchMe is a free (premium available) simple timer program to time a number of different tasks or events together or independently of each other.

    160 WatchMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. wnr icon
     11 likes

    Effective time-management, better than pomodoros Work and rest, with wnr now.

    107 wnr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  8. Second Clock icon
     1 like

    Second Clock is a software that allows for the display of a secondary clock in a different time zone on your menu bar. By pressing the Command key and dragging the menu bar item, users can easily adjust its position on the menu bar.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  9. Horo icon
     6 likes

    The best free timer app for Mac.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  10. Clock icon
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    Clock helps you manage your time on iOS, iPadOS and macOS. Check the current time anywhere with World Clock, make sure you wake up on time with Alarms, or keep track of passing time with Stopwatch and Timers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Clock screenshot 1
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  11. KTimer icon
     3 likes

    It allows you to enter several tasks and to set a timer for each of them. The timers for each task can be started, stopped, changed, or looped.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • KDE
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