Comparison

iStopwatch vs Kimi Timer

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

Kimi Timer

Features
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Kimi Timer is a clean, easy countdown and kitchen timer for everyday life — cooking, baking, workouts, study sessions, tea, and more. Run several timers at once and keep everything on track with a big, clear retro-style display that's readable across the room. FEATURES • Multiple timers running at the same time • Big, clear retro LCD display • Countdown timer and a built-in stopwatch (count-up) • Custom alarm sounds — 12 tones to choose from • 8 device colors and multiple device skins • Auto-repeat (Ɨ1–99) and auto-stop the alarm • Quick presets for the times you use most • Rings on the lock screen and in the background SIMPLE & PRIVATE No account, no sign-up, no ads, no tracking. Everything stays on your device. FREE + PRO Free to use with everything you need for a single timer. Unlock Pro once — a one-time purchase, no subscription — for multiple simultaneous timers, all colors and device skins, custom ringtones, auto-repeat, and unlimited presets.

Screenshots

iStopwatch2 screens
Kimi Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kimi Timer at none against iStopwatch's 1. Kimi Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. iStopwatch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kimi Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences Ā· 2 level
iStopwatch versus Kimi Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriStopwatchKimi Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
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In-app purchases

1 purchases

iStopwatch

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99
None

Kimi Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iStopwatch free?
iStopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kimi Timer free?
Kimi Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iStopwatch or Kimi Timer have ads?
iStopwatch shows ads; Kimi Timer does not.

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