FriendlyTimer · Free for iPhone & iPad

Still your turn?
Keep game night moving.

A simple turn timer for your board-game table. Set the players and time allowances, then tap to move from one player to the next.

iPhone & iPad · iOS 16 or later · Rated 4+

FriendlyTimer showing three players, their remaining time and the active player's countdown
The turn screen, from the official App Store listing.

From setup to the next turn

Your table. Your timing.

01 / SET

Choose the time

Enter your player count, courtesy time in seconds and game time allowed for each player in minutes.

02 / NAME

Add your players

Enter player initials in turn order so everyone has a place in the rotation.

03 / PLAY

Tap to pass the turn

Keep the timer beside the board. Tap to rotate turns and see whose turn it is.

FriendlyTimer setup with fields for number of players, courtesy time in seconds and game time per player in minutes
Set the time allowances before the game begins. Screens may vary by app version.

A companion to your board games

Agree on the pace.
Then get playing.

Choose time allowances together before you start. FriendlyTimer gives your group a shared turn display, with each player’s time visible above the active countdown.

  • Set the number of players for your table.
  • Choose courtesy time and each player’s game time.
  • See the active player, total turns and round.
  • Use the visible Pause and Previous Player controls when needed.

Before game night

A few quick answers.

Is FriendlyTimer free?

Yes. FriendlyTimer is free to download from the App Store.

Is this a board game or a timer?

It is a timer you use alongside your board games. Set your group and time allowances, then use it to rotate turns.

Which devices does it support?

FriendlyTimer is available for iPhone and iPad and requires iOS 16 or later. The App Store age rating is 4+.

Can our group choose the time limits?

Yes. The setup screen lets you enter courtesy time in seconds and game time allowed for each player in minutes.

Bring a timer to your next game night.

Set it up with your group before the first turn.

Free on the App Store.