Timer Applet Alternatives

Timer Applet is described as 'countdown timer applet for the GNOME panel' and is an app. There are more than 10 alternatives to Timer Applet for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android and Linux apps. The best Timer Applet alternative is Hourglass, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Timer Applet are wnr, SnapTimer, XNote Stopwatch and TimeLeft.

Timer Applet alternatives are mainly Time Tracking Tools but may also be Pomodoro Timers. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Timer Applet.

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Timer Applet

Free • Open Source

Timer Applet is a countdown timer applet for the GNOME panel.

You can quickly set a timer and the applet will notify you...

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Hourglass
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Free • Open Source
Windows
98 Hourglass alternatives
Hourglass is the most advanced simple countdown timer for Windows. Just enter a time in just about any format, and hit Enter.
- - Hourglass is the most popular Windows alternative to Timer Applet.
- - Hourglass is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Timer Applet.
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Hourglass Features
1. LightweightHourglass consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Dark ModeHourglass supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
3. Command line interfaceHourglass either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
4. PortableHourglass can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Timer
Minimalistic
Customizable
wnr
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Free • Open Source
Time Tracking Tool
Mac
Windows
98 wnr alternatives
Effective time-management, better than pomodoros Work and rest, with wnr now.
- - wnr is the most popular Mac alternative to Timer Applet.
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wnr Features
1. Pomodoro TimerPractice the Pomodoro Technique in wnr to stay focused and productive.
2. Distraction-freewnr has a distraction-free mode for when you need to focus.
3. Dark Modewnr supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. Works Offlinewnr can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Timer
Loops
Automatic time tracking
SnapTimer
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Free • Open Source
Windows
PortableApps.com
64 SnapTimer alternatives
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 Features
1. LightweightSnapTimer consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. PortableSnapTimer can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. Pomodoro TimerPractice the Pomodoro Technique in SnapTimer to stay focused and productive.
4. Works OfflineSnapTimer can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Timer
Customizable
Countdown widget
Sits in the System Tray
XNote Stopwatch
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Paid • Proprietary
Windows
61 XNote Stopwatch alternatives
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.
- - XNote Stopwatch is the most popular commercial alternative to Timer Applet.
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XNote Stopwatch Features
Timer
Stopwatch
TimeLeft
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Freemium • Proprietary
Windows
44 TimeLeft alternatives
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.
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TimeLeft Features
1. RemindersTimeLeft allows you to set reminders for tasks, events or actions, based on parameters of time, place or condition.
Stopwatch
Timer
Customizable
Countdown
No Frills Timer
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Free • Open Source
Windows
21 No Frills Timer alternatives
No Frills Timer keeps track of the amount of time you spend connected to the Internet. It is designed to be small, fast, and reasonably easy to use.
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No Frills Timer Features
Timer
Stopwatch
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Free • Open Source
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
Java
40 Stopwatch alternatives
A Java countdown timer and stopwatch. Features a fullscreen and a resizable window mode. All actions are available on the popup menu or as keyboard shortcuts.

Supports sound clip types of AIFF, AU, WAV and MIDI (uses the Java Sound engine).
- - Stopwatch is the most popular Android & Linux alternative to Timer Applet.
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Stopwatch Features
Stopwatch
Timer
Fullscreen support
Timer and Stopwatch
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Freemium • Proprietary
Android
Android Tablet
41 Timer and Stopwatch alternatives
Timer and stopwatch may be needed in an unexpected moment, but with this application you will never be alone with the problem.
- - Timer and Stopwatch is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Timer Applet.
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Timer and Stopwatch Features
Timer
Stopwatch
Cuppa
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Free • Open Source
Mac
13 Cuppa alternatives
Cuppa is a small application for Mac OS X to time your cup of tea as it steeps. Tired of leaving your tea too long, to become bitter and cold, or drinking it too soon and not appreciating its full potential? Then this utility is for you!
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Cuppa Features
Timer
Tic Toc Timers
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Free • Proprietary
iPhone
35 Tic Toc Timers alternatives
Imagine a world where people call back in a timely fashion. Your hot dates are never late for dinner. You never miss your next intergalactic flight. You never late for work because you never oversleep.
- - Tic Toc Timers is the most popular iPhone alternative to Timer Applet.
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Tic Toc Timers Features
Timer
EyeProtectorPro
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Paid • Proprietary
Windows
20 EyeProtectorPro alternatives
EyeProtectorPro is eye care/RSI prevention, stretch break reminder software, ergonomic break reminder software, computer rest reminder, stress buster ergonomic. It reminds you to take breaks while you work on your PC and can protect your eyes from damage caused by long hours of...
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EyeProtectorPro Features
1. RemindersEyeProtectorPro allows you to set reminders for tasks, events or actions, based on parameters of time, place or condition.
Countdown
ChirpyTime
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Paid • Proprietary
iPhone
42 ChirpyTime alternatives
ChirpyTime: Timer / Alarm Clock / Clock app for iPhone / iPod Touch
- iOS 4+ local notification alarm clock
- up-to-1-hr notification timer
- alternative, easy-to-use multi-touch graphical user interface
- joyful melody.
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ChirpyTime Features
Timer