Spin the egg
Lay the egg on its side and give it a gentle spin. A hard-boiled egg spins quickly and smoothly. A raw egg turns more slowly and tends to wobble.
Smooth spin → cookedLanguage
THE RELIABLE ONLINE EGG TIMER
Online egg timer
for perfect eggs.
Choose the egg size, starting temperature and yolk texture. This free timer calculates the cooking time, keeps your screen awake and alerts you when the eggs are ready.
✓ Size-aware timing✓ Screen stays awake✓ Sound, vibration & notification
YOUR COOKREADY
08:00cook time
Before you startBring water to a gentle boil. Lower eggs with a spoon, then tap Start.
Optional phone alertsScreen wake lock and sound; notifications need permission
On iPhone or any device, keep this page visible; screen lock can interrupt alerts.
Start the countdown immediately. Phone notifications are optional.
FRESH FROM EGGTIME
Useful egg guides
1. Egg size
Approximate minimum average weight per egg, derived from USDA carton weights.
2. Starting temperature
3. Desired doneness
QUICK TIMING SUMMARY
Choose your yolk
For large eggs (57 g / 2 oz in shell), at room temperature (about 20°C / 68°F), lowered into gently boiling water at sea level.
See the full egg boiling time chart →
NUTRITION AT A GLANCE
What’s in a
boiled egg?
Eggs are a compact source of complete protein and naturally contain choline, selenium, vitamin B12 and vitamin D.
| Per serving | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 155 kcal | 12.6 g | 10.6 g | 1.1 g |
| 1 large egg | 78 kcal | 6.3 g | 5.3 g | 0.6 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central: whole, hard-boiled egg. Per-egg values assume 50 g edible portion, excluding shell; values are rounded.
COOKING GUIDES
From boiling water to easy peeling
Lower eggs gently, start the countdown immediately and cool them when the alarm sounds.
How to boil eggs, step by step → · How to peel hard-boiled eggs →
RAW OR HARD-BOILED?
How to tell without
cracking the shell
Mixed up the eggs in your fridge? Start with the spin test on a clean, flat surface. It is quick, non-destructive and works because a cooked egg moves as one solid object while the liquid inside a raw egg keeps shifting.
Stop and release
While the egg is spinning, stop it briefly with one finger, then lift your finger. A raw egg may start moving again because the liquid inside is still in motion.
Moves again → rawCrack only if needed
If the spin test is unclear and you plan to use the egg immediately, crack it into a separate clean bowl. This is the only direct check, but it cannot be undone.
Definitive, but destructivePrevent the mix-up
Store cooled hard-boiled eggs in a labelled container, separate from raw eggs. Mark the cooking date and refrigerate them promptly.
Label + date the containerDo not use the float test for this.
Floating mainly reflects the size of an egg’s air cell and therefore its age—not whether the egg is raw or cooked.
EGG RECIPES
Once the timer rings
COMMON QUESTIONS
Egg timer FAQ
Quick answers to the questions home cooks ask most about boiling, cooling and serving eggs.
Why do eggs crack while boiling?
Sudden temperature changes and a hard boil can crack shells. Lower eggs gently into simmering water with a spoon and avoid overcrowding the pot.
Does altitude change how long eggs take?
Yes. Water boils at a lower temperature at higher elevations, so eggs need a little longer. Treat timing as an estimate and check your result.
Can I use this timer for more than one egg?
Yes. Similar-size eggs fully covered by water use the same cooking time. Choose a larger pot so the water returns to a boil promptly.