# ChessTime — Chess Clock, Play Face to Face

> Chess Clock, Play Face to Face (iPhone/iPad app by Arnaud Lays.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chesstime/id6776473497 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arnaud Lays](https://appshunter.io/developer/838364919)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Board
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2026-07-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chesstime/id6776473497/reviews.md

## What is ChessTime?

ChessTime transforms your iPhone or iPad into a beautiful, intuitive chess clock for face-to-face games.

No more hunting for batteries or carrying bulky hardware — your phone becomes the perfect clock for any chess format.

SIMPLE BY DESIGN
Tap your side when you move. The timer switches instantly. That's it. ChessTime stays out of the way so you can focus on the game.

ALL TIME CONTROLS, BUILT IN
Pick from popular presets across every format:
• Bullet — 1|0, 1|1, 2|1
• Blitz — 3|0, 3|2, 5|0, 5|3
• Rapid — 10|0, 15|10, 30|0
• Classical — relaxed, long games

Every preset supports increment (Fischer timing), adding time after each move just like tournament play.

CUSTOM PRESETS
Not finding your format? Create your own with any duration (1–180 min) and increment (0–60 sec). Your presets are saved for next time.

LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD
The handicap system lets you give one player extra time — perfect for games between beginners and experienced players, or teaching your kids.

SOUND & HAPTICS
Optional move sounds, low-time warnings, and haptic feedback keep both players in sync without looking at the screen.

PREFERENCES
• Light, Dark, or Auto appearance
• Sound and haptics independently toggleable
• All settings saved automatically

Fully offline. No account. No ads. No tracking.


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-08-25

ChessTime is now smoother, more precise, and easier to use. Get helpful guidance when setting up your clock, enjoy more responsive moves and haptics, and rely on accurate timing throughout every game.

• New: contextual tips help you choose a time control and personalize your clock.
• Improved: clock updates and player changes feel more fluid, with more consistent haptic feedback.
• More reliable: timing stays precise even when the app is busy or the system clock changes.
• More comfortable: ChessTime respects your Reduce Motion preference for a calmer experience.

### 1.2 — 2026-08-03

Fix orientation of the clocks on iPad

### 1.1 — 2026-07-18

ChessTime just got even better!
• Choose your preferred clock progress style
• See the selected time control directly on the clock
• Enjoy clearer visual feedback when time runs out
• Play without interruptions—the screen stays awake during active games
• Benefit from additional confirmations to prevent accidental resets
• Discover ChessTime in more languages  
Thanks for using ChessTime—your move!

### 1.0 — 2026-07-15

No release notes.

## More apps by Arnaud Lays

- [Calcy!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calcy/id838364916)

All apps by Arnaud Lays: https://appshunter.io/developer/838364919

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