Comparison

Chess Timer vs DeckHunter

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

Head to head
About

Chess Timer

A straightforward dual timer designed for over-the-board chess and other two-player competitive games. It allows for customizable time increments, delays, and overtime limits, functioning as a simple chess clock or for games like Scrabble and Go.

Highlights
  • Dual timer for two-player games
  • Fischer, Bronstein, and simple delay increments
  • Overtime limits with penalties
  • Supports games like Scrabble and Go
  • Intuitive tap-to-switch interface
Features
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Chess Timer is a simple dual timer for over-the-board chess and other two player games. Place you phone flat on the table beside the chess board. Only one clock runs at a time. Tapping the clock face stops one clock and starts the other players clock. Can be used with other competitive two-player board game such as Scrabble, shogi or go. Pro Features: Extra time can be added every turn in one of three ways: Fischer, Bronstein, or a simple delay. Fischer: Time is added to the clock at the end of each turn. Bronstein: Time is added to the clock at the end of each turn, but never more than the turn time. E.g. if the increment is 10 seconds, but the player only takes only 6 seconds on their turn, then 6 seconds is added to the clock. Simple delay: A simple delay before the clock starts each turn. Overtime: An overtime limit can be allowed for each player and penalty points are given for the amount of overtime used. This can be used, for example, as a Scrabble clock.

About

DeckHunter

Features
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NEW: Full Palworld TCG support — every card from Dawn of Palpagos, scan your cards, build decks and see exactly what you're missing. I want to make sure you love the app before paying so get a 30 Day free trial with a new yearly subscription or a 7 day free trial with a monthly subscription, cancel before the end of the trail and theres no charge! See exactly what cards you're missing to complete any deck, across One Piece TCG, Gundam TCG, Riftbound TCG and Palworld TCG. Scan your cards, import any decklist, and instantly know what you own vs. what you still need. COLLECTION MANAGEMENT (FREE) - Track cards across Palworld TCG, One Piece TCG, Gundam TCG and Riftbound TCG - Scan physical cards with your camera to instantly identify them and add them to your collection - Monitor collection completion - Search and organize your entire collection - More games coming soon Try the full subscription free: 7 days on the monthly plan, 30 days on the yearly plan. Cancel anytime before the trial ends at no charge. PREMIUM FEATURES INCLUDE: ADVANCED DECK TOOLS - Import any decklist from anywhere - Instant analysis against your collection - See exactly what cards you need to buy/trade - Guided deck building with game-specific rules - Tournament registration sheet generation - Unlimited deck creation and storage TRADING NETWORK - Find local players who have cards you need - Add cards to your trade binder for others to discover - Connect via Discord or Instagram handles - Turn missing cards into completed decks faster MARKET INSIGHTS - "Most Wanted" card tracking and alerts - Daily card price updates and market trends - Real-time collection value tracking - Generate shareable want lists in one tap BUILT BY TCG PLAYERS, FOR TCG PLAYERS Every feature solves real problems we've faced as competitive players and collectors. Start with free collection tracking, then unlock the complete toolkit with your trial. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION - Monthly and yearly plans available - Free trial periods included for new users - Cancel anytime in Apple ID settings - All premium features unlock instantly Privacy Policy: https://deckhunter.app/privacy/index.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download free, track your collection, and discover what DeckHunter Premium can do during your trial. DeckHunter is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pocketpair, Bushiroad, Bandai or Riot Games.

Screenshots

Chess Timer3 screens
DeckHunter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DeckHunter at every 11 days against Chess Timer's every 11 months. On price, ads, 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. Chess Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DeckHunter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chess Timer ships an update every 11 months, DeckHunter every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Chess Timer versus DeckHunter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess TimerDeckHunter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (55 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings55 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB270 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDAVID CROOKS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIMITEDLinking Lotus Ltd

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Chess Timer

One-time1
  • Chess Timer Pro$2.99
2 purchases

DeckHunter

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly1 Month trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Chess Timer free?
Chess Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DeckHunter free?
DeckHunter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chess Timer or DeckHunter have ads?
Neither Chess Timer nor DeckHunter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chess Timer or DeckHunter?
Chess Timer ships an update every 11 months, and DeckHunter every 11 days. Most recently, Chess Timer was updated on September 30, 2026 and DeckHunter on October 9, 2026.

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