# iStopwatch vs MultiTimer

The clearest difference is device support: MultiTimer at 3 against iStopwatch's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iStopwatch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MultiTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iStopwatch ships an update monthly, MultiTimer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iStopwatch | MultiTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.8 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-stopwatch-plus-timer/id1435226668/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **76** |
| Positive reviews | — | 82.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [景珂 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/620312170) | [DigitAlchemy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/376971628) |

## What reviewers say

### iStopwatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istopwatch-lcd-timer/id1143929948)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |


### MultiTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-stopwatch-plus-timer/id1435226668)

This app provides both a timer and a stopwatch with a classic design. It allows for unlimited timers, a lap feature for the stopwatch, and clear displays for easy tracking of any activity. The interface is designed for simple operation with large numbers and audible alerts.

**Highlights:** Unlimited timers, Lap feature for stopwatch, Audible alerts, Flashing display, Progress bar, Large, clear display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer & Stopwatch - Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iStopwatch free?

iStopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MultiTimer free?

MultiTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do iStopwatch or MultiTimer have ads?

Both iStopwatch and MultiTimer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iStopwatch or MultiTimer?

iStopwatch ships an update monthly, and MultiTimer every 2 months. Most recently, iStopwatch was updated on September 13, 2026 and MultiTimer on September 27, 2026.

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