Every time I opened a timer app while cooking, I felt the same frustration. Unlock the screen, find the app, launch it, set the time — wait, where's 5 minutes? Scroll, tap, start. A whole minute gone before the timer even begins.
"I just want to start first, and set the time later."
That one thought is where this app began.
Using it for the first time, I was surprised how natural it felt. Hit start, chop the vegetables, grab ingredients from the fridge — then set the time whenever I had a free hand.
It's the opposite of every timer you've used before.
"Why didn't this exist sooner?" I think you'll feel the same way.
Overview
Most timers work the same way: set the time first, then press start.
Just Start Timer is different. Start immediately, then set your time whenever you're ready.
We call this the "Just Start" approach — a simple idea that makes a surprising difference.
You can also adjust your goal time freely after setting it, which turns out to be incredibly handy.
If you've ever felt frustrated with traditional timer apps, this one's for you.
Features
- Count-up timer with the "Just Start" approach
- Set or change the timer duration anytime after starting
- Reduce time with the minus button
- Subtle display of your estimated finish time
- Multiple alarm sounds (plays once when timer ends)
- Vibration and screen flash alerts
- Background operation with local notifications
- Warning display when device volume is low
- Sound test feature
- Pause and resume
- Clear and friendly welcome screen