Comparison

iStopwatch vs Trackside Stopwatch

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iStopwatch

Features
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A precision LCD-style stopwatch with lap tracking, volume key control, and customizable fonts. Whether you're timing a run, coaching a sport, or need a reliable counter for any task, iStopwatch delivers with style and accuracy. KEY FEATURES • LCD Display — Authentic digital display with glowing digits, just like a real LCD stopwatch • Lap Tracking — Record unlimited laps with fastest/slowest indicators • Volume Key Control — Start, record, pause, and reset using your device's volume buttons — no need to touch the screen • 6 Custom Fonts — Choose from Digital-7, Orbitron, Share Tech Mono, VT323, Menlo, or SF Mono • 4 LCD Themes — Switch between LCD Cyan, Green, Blue, or a dazzling Purple-Pink-Blue gradient • Haptic & Sound Feedback — Feel and hear every action • Background Timing — Keeps counting even when you switch apps • Copy Records — Share your lap data instantly • Dark Mode — Easy on the eyes, perfect for any lighting PERFECT FOR - Running and jogging - Swimming and cycling - Workout intervals - Cooking and baking - Lab experiments - Any timing task Download iStopwatch and time everything with precision.

About

Trackside Stopwatch

This touch-first stopwatch is designed for coaches to capture accurate timing data for track and cross country athletes. It offers multi-timer support, lap review, session history, and export tools for efficient practice and race day management.

Highlights
  • Full-screen touch timing
  • Multi-timer mode
  • Lap review and session history
  • Export lap history
  • Relay support
  • Race mode with goal pace tools
  • Dark interface for visibility
Features
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Never miss a split. Trackside Stopwatch is a touch-first stopwatch built for track and cross country coaches who need fast, reliable timing at practice and on race day. With full-screen touch timing, multi-timer support, lap review, session history, and export tools, Trackside Stopwatch is designed to help coaches capture more accurate data with less friction. Whether you are timing one athlete, managing multiple groups, tracking relay legs, or monitoring goal pace in a race, Trackside Stopwatch gives you the tools to time with confidence. Features • Full-screen touch timing for fast, simple control • Multi-timer mode for timing multiple athletes or groups at once • Lap review with notes and saved session history • Adjust split distances when a split needs correction • Export lap history to Excel-compatible files • Save up to 100 session histories • Assign athletes to workouts, races, and relay legs • Built-in event library for common track and distance events • Track marking aid for custom track lengths and practice setup • Relay support for legs, totals, and pacing • Race mode with goal pace tools and projected finish data • Clean dark interface designed for quick visibility outdoors Built for coaches Trackside Stopwatch is designed for real coaching situations: • timing reps during practice • managing multiple athletes at once • tracking relay splits • reviewing lap history after a session • exporting results for recordkeeping and analysis Pro features Upgrade to Pro to unlock advanced race tools, including goal pace tracking, projected finish information, and expanded race timing features.

Screenshots

iStopwatch2 screens
Trackside Stopwatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Trackside Stopwatch at none against iStopwatch's shown. Trackside Stopwatch also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). iStopwatch's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iStopwatch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Trackside Stopwatch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iStopwatch ships an update monthly, Trackside Stopwatch every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
iStopwatch versus Trackside Stopwatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriStopwatchTrackside Stopwatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer景珂 陈Andrew Poore

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iStopwatch

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99
3 purchases

Trackside Stopwatch

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Access - Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium Access - Annual$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$19.99

Questions

Is iStopwatch free?
iStopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trackside Stopwatch free?
Trackside Stopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iStopwatch or Trackside Stopwatch have ads?
iStopwatch shows ads; Trackside Stopwatch does not.
Which is updated more often, iStopwatch or Trackside Stopwatch?
iStopwatch ships an update monthly, and Trackside Stopwatch every 2 weeks. Most recently, iStopwatch was updated on October 1, 2026 and Trackside Stopwatch on October 28, 2026.

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