2 Minute Timer
A pre-set two-minute countdown with a sound alert. Great for timed brushing, quick rounds, and short focus sprints.
What is a 2 Minute Timer?
A 2 minute timer counts down 120 seconds and rings an alarm when it finishes. This one is pre-set to two minutes, so a single tap of Start begins the countdown. Two minutes is the dentist-recommended toothbrushing time, a standard boxing round length, and about how long green tea should steep. It runs in your browser with millisecond accuracy, continues in background tabs, and needs no account or download.
What a 2 Minute Timer Is Good For
Toothbrushing
The dentist-recommended two minutes, timed automatically.
Quick Rounds
Run a 2-minute round for shadow boxing, stretching, or drills.
Steeping Tea
Green tea and quick brews are ready in about two minutes.
2 Minute Timer FAQ
How long is a 2 minute timer?▾
120 seconds. It is pre-set to two minutes and sounds an alarm at zero, so you can start it with one click.
Why is 2 minutes recommended for brushing teeth?▾
The American Dental Association recommends brushing for two minutes, twice a day, because that is roughly how long it takes to clean all tooth surfaces effectively — about 30 seconds per quadrant.
How long should green tea steep?▾
Most green teas are best steeped for about two minutes in water below boiling. Longer steeping can turn green tea bitter, which is why a two-minute timer is handy.