Time Timer® Visual Timers for Assistive Technology, Education and Daily Living
A Time Timer® makes time visible - not with numbers or alarms, but with a simple coloured disk that gradually disappears as time passes. At a glance, you can always see exactly how much time is left.
This visual approach is used by occupational therapists, teachers, and families to support children and adults with autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and anyone who benefits from clear time structure and predictability. Time Timer® products help with focus, transitions, task completion, and daily routines — without constant verbal reminders.
Assistive Tech is an NDIS Registered Provider stocking the full Time Timer® range in Australia, from classroom timers and home collections to wearable watches and the new ELEMENT water-resistant timer.
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Time Timer MOD Home - A Visual Timer That Belongs in Your Home
The Time Timer MOD Home collection brings calm, clarity, and structure to everyday family routines - without looking like classroom equipment. These stylish 60-minute visual timers blend into modern homes while helping children, teenagers, and adults understand "how long is left" at a glance.
No loud ticking, no confusing numbers - just a coloured disk that slowly disappears as time passes. Perfect for setting homework time, screen time limits, morning routines, shower time, and downtime boundaries that actually stick.
Time Timer MOD Education - Visual Timers Built for Classrooms and Therapy Rooms
The Time Timer MOD Education range is built for classrooms, therapy rooms, and learning environments where structure and predictability matter. Available in multiple durations, these durable visual timers help students of all ages understand "how long is left" by making time literally visible - the coloured disk shrinks as the countdown runs.
No loud ticking, no confusing clock faces. The MOD Education supports focus, smoother transitions, and greater independence - particularly valuable for students with autism, ADHD, or learning differences who find time abstract or hard to manage.
Compatible with whiteboard mounting and designed to withstand daily classroom use.
Time Timer Original® — The Visual Timer That Started It All
The Time Timer Original® is the timer that made time visible. Available in multiple sizes - from compact 3-inch desk versions to large 12-inch classroom formats - it's the straightforward, no-tech choice for any setting where a clear visual countdown matters.
No app, no setup, no batteries in most models - just turn the dial and the red disk starts counting down. Some models include tactile markings and braille features for people with low vision. Used by teachers, therapists, and families worldwide for over 30 years.
Time Timer Plus® - Durable Visual Timers for High-Use Environments
The Time Timer Plus® is built for environments where timers get knocked, dropped, and used dozens of times a day. A rugged protective case surrounds the trusted Time Timer countdown mechanism, making it the right choice for busy classrooms, therapy rooms, and anywhere durability is a priority.
Deliberately designed without a pause button - once it starts, it runs to zero. This supports uninterrupted task completion and reduces opportunities for negotiation, which makes it particularly effective for structured learning activities and therapy sessions.
Time Timer Pro Applied® - Visual Timers for Bathroom Routines and Personal Care
The Time Timer Pro Applied® range brings visual time management to the routines where verbal reminders fall flat - handwashing, showering, brushing teeth, and personal care tasks. The Wash and Wash & Soap models are designed for bathrooms and sinks, helping children and adults with autism, intellectual disability, or sensory processing differences build independent routines with clear visual structure.
The countdown disk shows exactly how long is left - no reading required, no numbers, no stress. Just time made visible at the moment it matters most.
Time Timer® ELEMENT - The Water-Resistant Visual Timer for Bathrooms and Beyond
The Time Timer® ELEMENT is a compact, rechargeable visual timer built for wet environments. IPX6 water-resistant, it can be mounted in a shower, placed at a sink, or used anywhere water is part of the routine - including bathrooms, therapy rooms, and home learning environments.
Three customisable preset buttons make it easy to guide step-by-step routines without resetting from scratch each time - preset to 2, 8, and 25 minutes out of the box, and fully programmable from 1 second up to 100 minutes. Includes a suction cup, adjustable cord, and charging cable. Comes with one year's access to the Time Timer® App.
The right choice for children and adults building independent bathroom routines, managing shower time, or working through task sequences - wherever a standard timer can't go.
Time Timer® Watch - Visual Time Management on Your Wrist
The Time Timer® Watch brings the trusted Time Timer® countdown to your wrist. A visual timer display shows exactly how much time is left at a glance - no numbers to interpret, no phone to check. Set any duration from 1 to 99 minutes and stay on track independently throughout the day.
Three modes: Clock (analog and digital, 12 or 24-hour), Alarm, and Visual Timer. Silent operation with an optional audible or vibrate alert at the end - ideal for sound-sensitive environments and exam settings. Not a connected device, so it's approved for use in most testing environments.
Available in small/youth (Arctic White) and large/adult (Sequoia Green) sizes, with interchangeable watch bands. Designed for students, adults, and anyone with ADHD, autism, or executive function challenges who benefits from always knowing how much time is left - wherever they are.
Batteries
Explore our comprehensive selection of high-quality batteries, meticulously curated to power a wide array of assistive technologies and everyday devices. Our collection features reliable options such as Energizer Lithium Coin Batteries, ideal for devices like watches, Apple AirTags, and remotes, ensuring long-lasting performance and peace of mind.
For professional applications requiring robust energy solutions, we offer Procell Intense Alkaline Batteries in both AA and AAA sizes. These batteries are engineered for extended performance, making them perfect for high-drain devices commonly used in medical and assistive settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Time Timer?
What is a Time Timer?
A Time Timer® is a visual timer that makes time concrete and visible using a coloured disk that gradually disappears as the countdown runs. Rather than showing a number that ticks down, the Time Timer® shows time as a physical quantity - you can see at a glance how much is left without reading numbers or interpreting a clock face.
Time Timer® products are used by children and adults who benefit from visual time structure, including people with autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, or learning differences, as well as in mainstream classrooms, therapy rooms, and family routines. The range includes physical desk timers, classroom timers, a water-resistant ELEMENT model, a wearable Watch, and a companion app.
Assistive Tech is an NDIS Registered Provider stocking the full Time Timer® range in Australia at assistivetech.com.au.
Who are Time Timer products designed for?
Who are Time Timer products designed for?
Time Timer® products are designed for anyone who benefits from making time visible - but they are most widely used by children and adults with autism, ADHD, learning differences, intellectual disability, and sensory or cognitive processing challenges where time abstraction is difficult.
They are used by parents managing home routines, teachers in mainstream and specialist classrooms, occupational therapists in clinic and home settings, speech pathologists, early intervention providers, and individuals managing their own time independently. Time Timer® products are also used in standard workplaces and schools by people without a disability diagnosis who simply find visual time cues more effective than clocks or alarms.
Assistive Tech stocks the full Time Timer® range in Australia and can assist NDIS participants with purchases. Visit assistivetech.com.au or call 1300 088 222.
What is the difference between Time Timer MOD, Original, Plus and PRO?
What is the difference between Time Timer MOD, Original, Plus and PRO?
Each Time Timer® range is designed for a different environment and use case.
The Time Timer MOD is the most versatile and portable model. Compact and available in multiple durations, it comes in a Home Edition (designed to blend into modern homes) and an Education Edition (with a silicone protective case). The MOD is the right choice for families, home learners, and teachers who need a timer that works in multiple settings.
The Time Timer Original® is the classic desk timer, available in 3-inch, 8-inch, and 12-inch sizes. It's the straightforward, no-frills option for fixed locations like desks and classrooms. Some models include tactile and braille markings for people with low vision.
The Time Timer Plus® is a larger-format timer with a rugged protective case, designed for high-use classroom and therapy environments where durability matters. It also has a pause button, which supports interrupted task completion.
The Time Timer Pro Applied® range including the Wash & Soap - designed for bathroom routines and personal care tasks and the Pro Applied MOD with larger numbers and easy gip knob.
The new Time Timer ELEMENT® (water-resistant, rechargeable, with preset buttons) is the most advanced option for bathroom and wet-environment use.
What is the difference between Time Timer MOD Home and MOD Education?
What is the difference between Time Timer MOD Home and MOD Education?
Both the Time Timer MOD Home and MOD Education use the same core visual countdown mechanism, but they are designed for different environments and built accordingly.
The Time Timer MOD Home is designed for family and personal use. It comes in a range of colours and styles that suit a home environment, and is available only in 60-minutedurations. It's the right choice for managing homework time, screen time, morning routines, and personal downtime at home.
The Time Timer MOD Education is built for classroom and therapy room use. It features a soft silicone protective case that protects against drops, and is designed to withstand the demands of daily group use. Available in multiple durations to suit different activities. The Education edition is the standard recommendation for teachers and therapists purchasing for professional settings.
Are Time Timer products suitable for classrooms and schools?
Are Time Timer products suitable for classrooms and schools?
Yes - Time Timer® products are used in classrooms and schools across Australia and worldwide. The Time Timer MOD Education Edition and Time Timer Plus® are the two most widely used models in classroom settings. Both are designed for durability and group visibility, with the MOD Education featuring a silicone case and the Plus offering a rugged protective case.
For whole-class use, larger models such as the Time Timer Original 12-inch provide visibility across a room. For individual desk use or take-home support, the compact MOD or Time Timer Watch are commonly recommended.
Time Timer® products are used in mainstream classrooms, specialist support classrooms, early childhood settings, and therapy rooms by teachers, learning support assistants, and occupational therapists. They are particularly effective for supporting transitions, independent task completion, and classroom routines for students with autism, ADHD, and learning differences. Assistive Tech can provide quotes for school and multi-unit purchases - contact us at assistivetech.com.au.
Can Time Timer products be purchased using NDIS funding?
Can Time Timer products be purchased using NDIS funding?
Time Timer products feature visual and tactile alerts. Funding may be possible from your Low Cost Assistive Technolgoy budget if the products align with your plan goals and primary disability.
If you are unsure whether a Time Timer is suitable for your situation, Assistive Tech can help with general product information and ordering guidance.
How do I choose the right Time Timer?
How do I choose the right Time Timer?
The right Time Timer® depends on how and where it will be used. Here's a quick guide:
For home routines (homework, screen time, morning routines): Time Timer MOD Home or Time Timer ELEMENT (if bathroom use is needed).
For classrooms and therapy rooms: Time Timer MOD Education or Time Timer Plus® for group use; Time Timer Original® for a fixed desk or classroom whiteboard timer; smaller MOD models for individual student use.
For on-the-go or wearable time management: Time Timer® Watch - ideal for students and adults who need time awareness throughout the day, including in testing environments.
For bathroom, shower, or personal care routines: Time Timer ELEMENT® (water-resistant, rechargeable, with preset buttons).
For anyone who needs to build routines step-by-step: Time Timer ELEMENT® with customisable presets, or the Time Timer App for device-based use.
If you're unsure, contact the Assistive Tech team at assistivetech.com.au or call 1300 088 222 - we can help match the right model to your needs or NDIS goals.