Comparison

iStopwatch vs Stopwatch by Button Press

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

Stopwatch by Button Press

Features
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Volume Up • Start / Stop Volume Down • Lap / Reset Perfect for running, workouts, sports, experiments, and any situation where quick, hands-free control is important. Features • Control with volume buttons • Start, stop, lap, and reset • Live lap timer • Lap history • Large, easy-to-read display • Landscape-optimized interface The app automatically maintains the volume level while using the volume buttons for control.

Screenshots

iStopwatch2 screens
Stopwatch by Button Press2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Stopwatch by Button Press at none against iStopwatch's shown. iStopwatch's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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 and Stopwatch by Button Press sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
iStopwatch versus Stopwatch by Button Press: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriStopwatchStopwatch by Button Press
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerę™Æē‚ 陈Kosei Suzuki

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iStopwatch

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99
3 purchases

Stopwatch by Button Press

One-time3
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99
  • Treat Me to a Snack$0.99
  • Treat Me to a Sushi Plate$0.99

Questions

Is iStopwatch free?
iStopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stopwatch by Button Press free?
Stopwatch by Button Press is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iStopwatch or Stopwatch by Button Press have ads?
iStopwatch shows ads; Stopwatch by Button Press does not.

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