5 timers for ABA sessions and staff reminders

Our first pick for ordinary one-to-one use because it combines a visible 60-minute disk, a small desktop footprint, and a protective case. The audible alert can be switched off. For very short activities, the 10-minute model uses more of the disk; for countdowns that need pausing, look at the PLUS.

Choose this over the standard MOD when most activities last ten minutes or less. The shorter scale is its practical advantage. It includes a silicone case and optional sound, but it cannot replace a longer-duration timer when sessions call for one.

Pick the PLUS when pausing is a real requirement. Its handle and volume dial add useful control, while the wider body takes more room in a bag than the MOD. The extra size is a tradeoff rather than an automatic upgrade.

Choose this for a small group or a whiteboard position. It includes a dry-erase activity card, which can connect the countdown to the task. The larger display is the reason to buy it; portability in a small session bag is the compromise.

Consider Gymboss for staff timing rather than as a direct substitute for a visual countdown. One or two intervals can repeat up to 99 times, and the alert can vibrate. The small digital display is less useful when a learner needs to see time disappearing.