Sometimes the simplest tools make the biggest difference in a practice. Our meditation and breathing timers are built around a single idea: to get out of your way, so you can focus on your breath, your body, and the present moment — and nothing else. No accounts, no ads, no distractions. Just clean, quiet tools that are ready whenever you are.
Below you’ll find three free timers, each suited to a different kind of practice. Whether you want to sit in silent meditation or follow a structured breathing pattern to calm your nervous system, there’s a tool here for you.
Choose the timer that fits your practice
Online Meditation Timer
A simple, silent countdown for seated meditation, marked only by the gentle chime of a Tibetan singing bowl at the beginning and end. Set your duration, close your eyes, and let the silence do the rest. It’s ideal for mindfulness, Zazen, Vipassana, or any practice where you simply want undisturbed time to be present.
→ Open the Meditation Timer (linkki alasivulle)
4-7-8 Breathing Timer
A guided timer for the 4-7-8 breathing technique: inhale for four counts, hold for seven, and exhale for eight. The long, slow exhale is commonly used to ease tension and settle the body, and many people turn to it in the evening or during moments of stress. The timer paces each phase for you, so you can keep your eyes closed and simply follow along.
→ Open the 4-7-8 Breathing Timer (linkki alasivulle)
Box Breathing Timer
A guided timer for box breathing, also called square breathing: inhale, hold, exhale, and hold again — each for an equal count of four. Its steady, balanced rhythm is widely used to steady focus and calm the mind, and it’s a favorite for anyone who wants a simple way to reset during a busy day.
→ Open the Box Breathing Timer (linkki alasivulle)
Meditation timer or breathing timer — which should you choose?
The difference is simple. A meditation timer gives you open, silent space: you set the length and follow your own rhythm, with nothing guiding you but the opening and closing chime. A breathing timer is more structured: it paces your breath in a specific pattern, which can be especially helpful when your mind is restless and you want something concrete to follow.
If you’re new to practice, a breathing timer is often the easier place to start — the guided rhythm gives your attention an anchor. As your practice deepens, you may find yourself drawn to the openness of the silent meditation timer. Many people use all three at different times, depending on the day and what they need.
Why we keep our timers simple
Every timer here follows the same philosophy: less gets in the way of more. There’s no background music, no moving visuals, and no sign-up — just the tool and your breath. We believe the quietest space is often the most restorative one, and these timers are designed to give you exactly that.
A gentle note
Breathing techniques like 4-7-8 and box breathing are gentle and suitable for most people. Still, if you have a respiratory or heart condition, feel light-headed, or are pregnant, ease off and check with a healthcare professional before making them a regular practice. Listen to your body — comfort always comes first.