Mega Thread: real customers sharing how they use their LoopTimer
Here's the thing: we've been blown away by the stories of real customers using their LoopTimer as their visual timer. There's been more than we ever imagined. So, we did the best we could and consolidated all the feedback, verified reviews, and customer discussions on what works and what doesn't.
We've grouped them in the following way:
- Visualizing Time: helpful for ADHD and neurodivergent thinkers
- Timers for Deep Focus: The most popular tips for business and habit seekers
- Timers for Education: Teachers, students, and classroom tips and tricks
Additionally, we've added rows our our favorite stories and use cases we've heard of so far. Extremely creative! We've even added the use cases may not be the best - sorry deep sea divers!
Let us know what you think and feel free to reach out if you'd like to share a new use case we can add to our mega thread.
- Jake from LoopTimer
LoopTimer for Visualizing Time
Visualizing time was the origin of why we made LoopTimer. Dr. Cody struggled to find a time that could correctly visualize time for his patients, so, we built it. It's really gratifying to see this become our most popular use case, helping others see time differently. Try it and let us know.
Make your timer visual-first
This is by far the most common tip, comment, and feedback we see: turn a timer into a visual representation of time. Set your LoopTimer for any task, turn the numbers off, and let the light move quietly around the ring. Watch how time feels instead of how it’s counted.
“I love being able to glance up and see the light’s progress. My brain can register that before the numbers.” — Desiree
Most interesting use cases for visualizing time
[1] Calmly see time during hyperfocus.
Set a timer for the task you’re diving into. 30, 45, or 60 minutes. When you lose track of time, the count-up feature tells you exactly how long you’ve been at it. We've been blown away from how many people use it to dive deep into projects but calmly come up for air.
[2] Set a Task transitions timer.
Use short, 5–10 minute timers to shift between activities. Gradient feature is nice for this. The changing color helps your brain see when it’s time to switch.
[3] Visual Shower timer. Yea, didn't think of this one. Good news, LoopTimer is pretty good with indirect moisture. Bad news, it's not fully waterproof so don't submerge it. What do they say? It's water-resistant, not waterproof.
[4] Precise cooking or meal prep timer without jumping at a bell. Set it, stick it to the fridge, and actually keep track of that pasta timer without your phone. Lots of cooks in our community! This is a popular one because you can use multiple timers for multiple pots. Silent mode is so nice for this.
[5] Defining a timed morning routine. Set ten minutes to get ready, drink coffee, check phone, etc. and out the door. I like this one and started doing it myself. It's nice to eliminate the non-essentials.
[6] Silent mode screen-time sanity check. Never thought of this, but I also started putting it next to my phone. Great idea here.
[7] Set a timer for wind-down time. Another popular one: Set 20 minutes before bed to unplug from screens or meditate. The fading light makes it easier to slow down.
LoopTimer for Deep Focus
One Task. One Time.
Turn your LoopTimer to Gradient Mode. This lets you see time change through color — a visual cue that keeps you anchored. Set a time (say, 15 minutes) and pick one goal.
Here’s the rule: you don’t have to finish your goal, but you can’t do anything else. No phone. No email. No breaks. (Hint: you’ll probably finish it anyway.)
Productivity tips from our customers
[1] Set a focus block timer. Set a 25-minute work session, sound off, Gradient Mode on. When the color shifts, so does your attention. YES. This is my #1 use case. It calmly "pulls" me into work.
[2] Clear meeting timer. Keep it visible to gently stay on track without glancing at a clock. Perfect for one-on-ones or team syncs. I've used this to curb the zoom call chit chat.
[3] Create a break reminder. Flip the timer between calls. 5 minutes to stretch, drink water, or look away from the screen. I have meetings all day, and definitely need to get better at this.
[4] Intentionally set a silent creative flow time. Writers, designers, and coders use it to mark “idea sprints” without digital noise.
[5] Home office accountability timer. Stick it on a metal shelf near your workspace. You’ll notice how often you drift , and when you’re really in the zone. I work from home, and have one next to my desk for this reason. Glad others are using this style of "flow" time as well.
LoopTimer for Students, Teachers, and Education
Help Students See Their Time and Self-Regulate
Place your LoopTimer at the front of the classroom or on a whiteboard using the built-in magnets. Set it for clear blocks — 10 minutes for group work, 5 for cleanup, or 20 for reading. Turn on Gradient Mode so color moves from blue to red, helping students know when it’s time to wrap up without a single reminder. Keep the sound off — the visual cue does all the work.
Our favorite responses have come from educators. Here are some cool ways to use your LoopTimer in the classroom.
[1] Create timed group rotations. Set it for 10-minute activities. This is probably the most popular feedback we hear from teachers. The light changing color keeps every group on pace.
[2] Create a calming reading time. Turn sound off and let the light fade quietly as reading sessions end. No alarms, no anxiety. Pretty smart! I wish I thought of this one but, alas, I did not.
[3] Sound on class cleanup. Five-minute transition cue. Teachers tell us that it helps students see when it’s time to wrap up. And this is the one time where using sound is actually more fun to hear the final bell & the visual countdown builds a bit of urgency.
[4] Silently timed tests. Perfect for timed quizzes or focus periods. Everyone can see the countdown without distractions or jumping at the sound of an alarm. Good call out here.
[5] Visual routines for special education. Really gratifying to hear how the color shift helps neurodivergent students anticipate transitions calmly and independently.