5-minute lightning talk
5 minTotal
5 min
A concise timer for short talks and rapid demos.
Speaker pacing tool
Free Online Presentation Timer
Keep talks, pitches, lectures, and demo sessions on time with a fullscreen presentation countdown. Use common speaking presets, visual wrap warnings, and a path into XTimer when you need controller and viewer links.
Built for this job
Speakers know exactly when to transition, conclude, or move into Q&A.
Hosts can enforce fair timing across a multi-speaker program.
Rehearsals become easier because the live timing format matches the practice format.
20-minute conference talk
Ready
20:00
A common conference slot with time to land the conclusion.
Timer presets
Controls
Create controlled roomUse this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
10-minute pitch
10 minTotal
10 min
A focused pitch slot for sales, demos, and investor meetings.
18-minute TED-style talk
18 minTotal
18 min
The classic long-form talk format with a firm ceiling.
20-minute conference talk
20 minTotal
20 min
A common conference slot with time to land the conclusion.
45-minute keynote
45 minTotal
45 min
A long presentation timer with broad pacing milestones.
60-minute lecture
1 hourTotal
1 hour
A full class or training session timer with room for Q&A.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Build in a 1 to 2 minute buffer for talks under 20 minutes.
Use 18 minutes for TED-style talks and 20 minutes for many conference sessions.
Keep the timer speaker-facing when the audience should stay focused on the talk.
Practice with the exact preset before the real session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best timer length for a presentation?
Common presentation lengths are 5 minutes for lightning talks, 10 minutes for pitches, 18 minutes for TED-style talks, 20 minutes for conference talks, and 45 to 60 minutes for lectures or keynotes.
Should a presentation timer show seconds?
Seconds are useful in short talks and the final minute. For longer keynotes, hiding seconds until the end keeps the display calmer.
Can I use this as a speech timer?
Yes. The same countdown works for speeches, pitches, lectures, demos, panels, and timed classroom presentations.