Kitchen Timer
A ready-to-go timer for kitchen. A general-purpose kitchen timer for any task, set any length from seconds to hours.
Kitchen Timer settings
About this tool
A kitchen runs on small, precise waits: pasta that needs nine minutes, dough that must rest, a sauce that cannot be left alone. The Kitchen Timer is a general-purpose countdown for any task, with lengths from a few seconds to many hours. Set the time, press start and a clear alarm tells you when to act, even over a noisy extractor fan. It runs on your phone, a tablet propped against the backsplash or a laptop on the counter, and the display is large enough to read from across the room. The countdown follows your device clock, so it stays correct if the screen locks or you swap tabs to read a recipe. Cooking times are starting points, so always check that food is done, especially meat, poultry and eggs. For specific dishes, use the Pizza Timer or the Rice Timer, which include typical timings, and the Cooking category offers eggs, steak, sous vide and tea. Holiday feast on the way? Keep the big day on track with the Christmas Countdown. Need a second timer for another pot? Open the Online Timer in another tab.
Features
- Starts in one click, or adjust the time first
- Accurate even if you switch tabs while it cooks
- A sound plays automatically when time is up
Frequently asked questions
How long should I use for kitchen?
A general-purpose kitchen timer for any task, set any length from seconds to hours.
More cooking
See all- Cooking TimerA straightforward timer for general cooking tasks.
- Pizza TimerA typical home-oven pizza bakes for 10–15 minutes at high heat; check your dough's package instructions, since thickness and oven temperature both change the time.
- Rice TimerStovetop white rice typically simmers for about 18 minutes after boiling, then rests off heat for 5–10 minutes; brown rice and different rice cookers vary.
- Cookie TimerMost drop cookies bake for 8–12 minutes; watch the edges rather than relying on time alone, since ovens and cookie size vary.
- Ramen TimerInstant ramen noodles usually need 2–4 minutes in boiling water; fresh ramen noodles often cook faster.
- Turkey TimerA whole turkey's roasting time depends heavily on its weight, commonly 13–15 minutes per pound at 325°F (unstuffed).
- Steak TimerA pan-seared steak often takes 3–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness; use a meat thermometer (about 135°F/57°C for medium-rare) rather than time alone for best results.
- Sous Vide TimerSous vide times vary enormously by food and thickness, a 1-inch steak might need 1–2 hours, while tougher cuts can take 24+ hours at a lower temperature.