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Prefer a video? The most-watched 8 minute timers

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8 Minute Timer with Music and Alarm

Better Timers has 11 free 8 minute countdown timers with relaxing music, plus a simple timer you can start right here. Backgrounds include beach, autumn forest, blue sparkles, lava lamp and 6 more. Every timer ends with an alarm.

All 8 minute video timers

Relaxing music

Music

Questions

Does the 8 minute timer have an alarm?

Yes. Every 8 minute timer on Better Timers ends with an alarm when the countdown reaches zero.

Are the timers free?

Yes. Every timer is free to play on this site and on the Better Timers YouTube channel.

Can I use an 8 minute timer without YouTube?

Yes. The timer at the top of this page runs in your browser, with a gentle chime at zero, and can go fullscreen.

What is an 8 minute timer good for?

An 8 minute timer suits group tasks, short reading and station rotations.

Other lengths

All timer lengths

New timers appear on YouTube first.