Best Tempo alternatives: apps like Tempo - Chess Timer

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Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Tempo or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Tempo

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Chess Clock by ChessRank
Chess Clock by ChessRank
Chess Clock by ChessRank
by Axis Venture Group LLC
Free

This app provides a professional, full-featured chess clock for serious players. It offers numerous built-in and customizable time controls, dual orientation display, and smart visual cues to help manage game time effectively. It also includes a time trainer and detailed game history tracking.

14 Built-In Time ControlsCustomizable Time Controls (Simple & Advanced)Dual Orientation Display (Vertical, Horizontal)
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free
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Your Move: Board Game Timer
Your Move: Board Game Timer
Your Move: Board Game Timer
Turn timer for 2–10 players
Free

This app provides a simple and elegant turn timer for board games, supporting 2 to 10 players. It allows each player to have their own countdown, keeping game nights fair and efficient. No account or internet connection is required to use its features.

Turn timer for 2-10 playersCustomizable player names, colors, and clocksAdaptive layout for any screen orientation
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free with in-app purchases
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Chess Clock - Fischer Timer
Chess Clock - Fischer Timer
Chess Clock - Fischer Timer
Blitz, Rapid & Bronstein OTB
Free

This app provides a customizable over-the-board chess clock for real games. It features dual clocks with adjustable time controls, increments, and delays, along with customizable feedback like sounds and haptic alerts. Designed for simplicity, it requires no account or sign-in, allowing immediate play.

Dual full-height clock panelsCustomizable time controls (main time, increment, delay)Fischer and Bronstein increment options
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
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RetroDotTimer
RetroDotTimer
RetroDotTimer
Countdown, Pomodoro, stopwatch
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
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ChessTime - Tournament Timer
ChessTime - Tournament Timer
ChessTime - Tournament Timer
Elegant Chess Clock & Timer
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
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LivCount: Match Timer Clock
LivCount: Match Timer Clock
LivCount: Match Timer Clock
Landscape LCD Stadium Screen
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
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Chess Clock Plus
Chess Clock Plus
Chess Clock Plus
Timer for players
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)