Cooking Timer — Multiple Timers
Set multiple cooking timers simultaneously. Never overcook or undercook again with our free multi-timer tool.
Quick Presets
About this calculator
Run two timers at once, each with its own name, for dishes that need different cooking times. Start, reset or clear each independently.
Never overcook the rice while you watch the curry.
How to use it
- Name each timer and set its minutes and seconds.
- Press Start on each.
- Press ↺ to reset or ✕ to remove.
Handy cooking times
Times depend on size, heat and altitude, so treat them as starting points and check doneness.
Worked example
Examples
| Soft boiled egg | 6 minutes |
| Hard boiled egg | 10 to 12 minutes |
| Pasta (al dente) | 8 to 11 minutes |
| Basmati rice (absorption) | 15 minutes + 5 rest |
| Idli steaming | 10 to 12 minutes |
| Pressure cooker dal | 3 to 4 whistles, about 15 minutes |
Tips and common mistakes
- Start the longest task first.
- Keep the tab open and sound on.
- Rest meat and rice after cooking.
- Use a thermometer for meat (chicken to 74°C).
- Adjust for altitude.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run several timers?
Yes, two here.
Will it alert me?
Yes, when each ends.
How long to boil an egg?
6 minutes for soft, 10 to 12 for hard.
Does it work in the background?
Keep the tab open.
Is it accurate?
To the second.
Is it free?
Yes.