5 Seconds Rule Timer
5-4-3-2-1 Beat Procrastination
Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad
Count down from 5 and take action before doubt wins. Built on Mel Robbins' proven technique used by millions worldwide.
STOP OVERTHINKING. START DOING.
Inspired by Mel Robbins' bestselling 5 Second Rule — the technique used by millions to crush procrastination and take action instantly.
When doubt creeps in, open the app and count down:
5... 4... 3... 2... 1... GO!
Then move. Before your brain talks you out of it.
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LAUNCH IN AN INSTANT
- "Hey Siri, five four three two one" — voice-activated countdown
- Double-tap the back of your phone (Back Tap)
- One tap from your Home Screen widget
- Assign to your Action Button
- Zero friction. Pure momentum.
BACKED BY NEUROSCIENCE
Counting backward interrupts your brain's habit loops and activates the prefrontal cortex — the area responsible for deliberate action. The countdown creates a window of initiative before anxiety wins. This is the same technique Mel Robbins used to transform her life and that millions now use daily — from getting out of bed to speaking up in meetings to finally starting that workout.
TRACK EVERY WIN
- Daily countdown count and weekly trends
- Build streaks to stay consistent day after day
- Track your action rate — how often you follow through
- Earn 20+ collectible achievements across 4 categories
- Review your full countdown history on a beautiful calendar
DESIGNED TO BECOME A HABIT
- Immersive 5-4-3-2-1 countdown with haptic feedback
- Siri voice command for hands-free activation
- Home Screen widget for one-tap access
- Back Tap and Action Button integration
- iOS Shortcuts for custom automations
- Daily streak tracking and personal records
- Motivational reminders to keep your momentum
- Full accessibility: VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, Reduce Motion
PREMIUM — UNLOCK EVERYTHING
- Unlimited daily countdowns (free: 1 per day)
- Widget, Siri, Back Tap, and Action Button access
- Full stats: action rate, personal records, weekly and monthly trends
- All 20+ achievements
- Complete countdown history
- 7-day free trial — cancel anytime
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You've read the book. You've watched the TED Talk. Now put the 5 Second Rule in your pocket and use it when it matters most.
Your next 5 seconds could change everything.
5-4-3-2-1-GO!
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- Enhanced stability across all features
- Under-the-hood optimizations for a smoother countdown experience
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Information
- Provider
- Max Apps
- Size
- 11.1 MB
- Category
- Health & Fitness
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 18.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 18.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 15.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 2.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Pro Monthly USD 4.99
- Pro Annual USD 34.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Max Apps