CallTimer app overview
CallTimer is a call duration manager first released on iPhone in 2015, with more than 230,000 downloads to date. The Android version followed in 2026. It is designed for users on 5-minute and 10-minute calling plans, sending vibration or alarm alerts before overage charges begin.
Supported carriers and plans
It works with major Japanese carriers and MVNO plans, including Docomo, au, SoftBank, Rakuten Mobile, Y!mobile, UQ mobile, ahamo, povo, LINEMO, mineo, IIJmio, OCN Mobile ONE, BIGLOBE Mobile, and nuro Mobile.
iPhone and Android differences
| Feature | iOS Free | iOS Premium | Android |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timer alerts (vibration/alarm) | Available | Available | Available |
| Automatic call ending | Not available | Not available | Available |
| Call history management | Not available | Available | Available |
| One-tap redial | Not available | Available | Available |
| Prefix support | Not available | Available | Available |
| Alert customization | Not available | Available | Available |
| Dark mode | Available | Available | Available |
| Pricing | Free | One-time purchase | Free with ads |
How it helps reduce overage
On common Japanese calling plans, going over the included time often costs 22 yen per 30 seconds. On a 5-minute plan, a 10-minute call can add 220 yen. CallTimer warns you before the limit so those avoidable charges do not keep stacking up.
Languages
CallTimer is available in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.