SnapTimer Alternatives

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 an app in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to SnapTimer for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and Linux apps. The best SnapTimer alternative is Hourglass, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SnapTimer are Micro Timer, Second Clock, Clock and Floating Timer.

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SnapTimer alternatives are mainly Alarm Clocks but may also be Time Tracking Tools. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of SnapTimer.

SnapTimer

Free • Open Source

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.

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SnapTimer alternatives page was last updated Dec 18, 2023

Free Countdown Timer
Free Countdown Timer is a free, full-featured and user-friendly countdown timer for Windows
67 Free Countdown Timer alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
Free Countdown Timer Features
Timer
Multiple Timers
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CookTimer
CookTimer is a simple cross-platform countdown timer that helps when cooking, making tea or eggs. It also works for any other timing purpose such as working out. it was developed using wxWidgets and was tested on Windows and Linux.
39 CookTimer alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
- Alarm Clock
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
- PortableApps.com
CookTimer Features
Reminders
Portable
Timer
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Discontinued
No releases since 2012, and hosting site is available only through Internet Archive mirror.
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Smart Countdown Timer
Smart Countdown Timer allows you to use natural language to set, modify and start a countdown on your Mac.
64 Smart Countdown Timer alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
Smart Countdown Timer Features
Timer
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Free Stopwatch
Free Stopwatch is a free, full-featured and accurate flexible digital stopwatch software for Windows 10 and Windows 7.
37 Free Stopwatch alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
Free Stopwatch Features
Portable
Stopwatch
Timer
Countdown
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TTclock
TTclock is a simple, compact alarm clock, countdown timer and stopwatch that can be minimized to the system tray. It has two display modes: pure clock and control panel.
79 TTclock alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
TTclock Features
Portable
Stopwatch
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TTclock VS SnapTimer
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Stopwatch Timer
Hybrid Stopwatch and Timer is a simple, easy and accurate app for android that will help you to measure the time of any situation, like sports, cooking, games, education, etc.
13 Stopwatch Timer alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Platforms
- Android
Stopwatch Timer Features
Analog dial
Controlled with the volume keys
Stopwatch
Timer
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Ethervane Stopwatch
Ethervane Stopwatch is a simple timer for Windows 2000 or later. It can be used for example to track the time spent working or performing other activities on the computer. The timer can be paused and resumed at any time.
41 Ethervane Stopwatch alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
Ethervane Stopwatch Features
Stopwatch
Timer
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Discontinued
The program seems to be no longer updated, but last version, 1.6.0 build 30, released in February 2012, it's fully working and can be still downloaded from the official website.
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TimeLeft
TimeLeft is a versatile desktop utility - it can be used as a countdown clock, reminder, clock, alarm clock, tray clock, stopwatch, timer, sticker, auction watch, work days/hours countdown clock and time synchronization utility. TimeLeft uses Winamp skins to show digits and text.
51 TimeLeft alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
TimeLeft Features
1. Reminders
2. Stopwatch
3. Timer
4. Customizable
5. Countdown
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XNote Stopwatch
XNote Stopwatch is a versatile and flexible multifunctional digital stopwatch / countdown timer / clock software for PC. Helpful for timekeepers at sport competitions, time tracking of work, or even as a metronome.
67 XNote Stopwatch alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
XNote Stopwatch Features
Timer
Stopwatch
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Thyme
The task timer for OS X.
14 Thyme alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Platforms
- Mac
Thyme Features
Timer
Stopwatch
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LClock
LClock is a very simple program that makes the Windows' clock look like a Windows Longhorn Clock. It also comes with a simple popup calendar with reminder feature.
24 LClock alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
LClock Features
Reminders
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Discontinued
Last version was released on September 19, 2004, but it can be still downloaded from Download.com
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Timer
Timer is a simple chronometer application. Enter a value and click Start to count down any number of hours, minutes, and seconds, or start at zero to track elapsed time. Available for Macintosh and Microsoft Windows computers.
81 Timer alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
Timer Features
Stopwatch
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