Thank you for your feedback! It sounds like the version you’re looking for is the Time Timer App—which is free to download for desktop, tablet and mobile devices and offers an optional paid subscription for extra customization—whereas the one you encountered is the Time Timer Enterprise Edition. The Enterprise Edition is tailored for institutional use by teams and educators, which is why it has a one-time $29.99 cost.
We appreciate hearing about your experience and are glad to know you find the app valuable.
If you have any questions or need assistance with the different versions, please feel free to reach out to support@timetimer.com. Thank you!