Debate Timekeeper
Debate Timekeeper is a group discussion timer for two to four participants, using a color-coded interface to manage turn-taking on iOS and Android.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
The app removes the cognitive friction of manual timekeeping during physical meetings, allowing participants to focus on content rather than clock-watching.
For Couples, friends, students, and politicians requiring structured time management for group discussions.
What does it look like?
Key features
Configures debate sessions for 2 to 4 participants with individual speech durations from 10 seconds to 10 minutes.
Uses color-coded screen states (green for active speaker, red for listener) to manage turn-taking during physical meetings.
Allows users to manually transfer the speakership to another participant before the timer expires.
How much does it cost?
The app operates as a free utility with no observable monetization mechanisms or IAP gates.
Velocity
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Debate Timekeeper has been inactive for 978 days, effectively placing it in a zombie state. The development history shows only two releases total, with the most recent update occurring nearly three years ago. There is no evidence of ongoing maintenance, feature development, or live operations support.
Who built it?
Artur Jakucewicz
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Metcast Singapore
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Италия: путеводитель с картойUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
Fresh user feedback skews thrilled. Users appreciate general application satisfaction remains high as users report a positive experience with the current build.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- General application satisfaction remains high as users report a positive experience with the current build
2 of 2 recent reviews analyzed · limited sample
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Competitive landscape for Debate Timekeeper
How's the Utilities market?
Debate Timekeeper occupies a niche as a free, ad-free utility for structured group discussions. The lack of recent updates (last major release in 2024) suggests a static market position that relies on its simple, zero-cost value proposition to retain its small user base.
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Key takeaways for Debate Timekeeper
Where is it heading?
The market for simple utility timers is consolidating around apps with active live-ops and notification support. Debate Timekeeper's maintenance-only state leaves it exposed to churn, as the lack of audible alerts forces users to monitor the screen constantly.
- The 32-month development freeze risks user churn as competitors introduce more responsive, feature-rich meeting timers.
- High user satisfaction scores indicate the core timer functionality remains effective for the current audience.
The SWOT
- Color-coded interface provides low-cognitive-load turn-taking management
- Audible alert implementation addresses primary user friction point
Next best moves
Ship audible notification cues because users identify this as the primary missing feature → increase session engagement
The counter-intuitive read
The app's lack of monetization is its primary moat…
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Implementing audible alerts would address the primary friction point identified by users, securing the app's utility against more responsive competitors. This low-effort addition would improve the user experience without requiring a full feature overhaul.
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Is Debate Timekeeper suitable for formal debates?
Does Debate Timekeeper have ads or in-app purchases?
Can I hear an alert when my time is up?
Sources
- [1] Play Store listing
- [2] App Store reviews
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