# Show StopWatch vs ProductionBase

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Show StopWatch at 88% against ProductionBase's 0%. Show StopWatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#52 vs unranked). ProductionBase's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

ProductionBase is free to download; Show StopWatch costs $3.99 up front. Show StopWatch sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and ProductionBase sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $9.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Show StopWatch ships an update every 4 weeks, ProductionBase every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Show StopWatch | ProductionBase |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/show-stopwatch/id1211287819/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **48** | — |
| Positive reviews | **88.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 55 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jack Lord](https://appshunter.io/developer/1203753692) | [Jobs Base Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559243133) |

## What reviewers say

### Show StopWatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/show-stopwatch/id1211287819)

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app simplifies show timing for theatrical productions. It allows users to set up unlimited acts and intervals, track running times, and receive backstage and interval notifications. The app runs in the background and can email or copy show times.

**Highlights:** Unlimited Acts and Intervals, In-Act Timers, Show Stop Functionality, Pre-show and Interval Notifications, Background Operation, Email/Copy Show Times, Visual Timer Indicators (Green/Red)

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support Annually | $4.99 | per year |
| Small Team - 5 Followers | $24.99 | per year |
| Medium Team - 12 Followers | $49.99 | per year |
| Large Team - 50 Followers | $99.99 | per year |
| Contribute with Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |


### ProductionBase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/productionbase/id1559243131)

Connect with top production companies and broadcasters for exclusive job opportunities in TV, film, and theatre. Showcase your profile, credits, and showreel to industry leaders. Access CV advice, networking events, and exclusive discounts.

**Highlights:** Exclusive job opportunities, Profile and credit showcase, Freelancer database listing, CV and profile advice sessions, Networking events, Industry discounts

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

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Graduate (Monthly) (15% Off) | $9.49 | per month |
| Graduate (Monthly) (20% Off) | $9.99 | per month |
| Graduate (Monthly) (Sale - 25% Off) | $9.99 | per month |
| Standard (Monthly) (20% Off) | $12.99 | per month |
| Standard (Monthly) (15% Off) | $13.99 | per month |
| Standard (Monthly) (15% Off) | $13.99 | per month |
| Pro (Monthly) (20% Off) | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro (Monthly) (20% Off) | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro (Monthly) (25% Off) | $14.99 | per month |
| Freelancer Standard (Monthly) | $17.49 | per month |
| Graduate (Annual) (25% Off) | $39.99 | per year |
| Graduate (Annual) (35% Off) | $39.99 | per year |
| Graduate (Annual) (20% Off) | $44.99 | per year |
| Graduate (Annual) (15% Off) | $46.99 | per year |
| Standard (Annual) (35% Off) | $59.99 | per year |
| Graduate Standard (Annual) | $68.99 | per year |
| Pro (Annual) (35% Off) | $69.99 | per year |
| Standard (Annual) (20% Off) | $69.99 | per year |
| Freelancer Standard (Annual) | $74.99 | per year |
| Standard (Annual) (15% Off) | $75.99 | per year |
| Standard (Annual) (15% Off) | $79.90 | per year |
| Standard (Annual) (15% Off) | $79.90 | per year |
| Pro (Annual) (20% Off) | $79.99 | per year |
| Pro (Annual) (25% Off) | $79.99 | per year |
| Pro (Annual) (20% Off) | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Show StopWatch free?

Show StopWatch costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is ProductionBase free?

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

### Do Show StopWatch or ProductionBase have ads?

ProductionBase shows ads; Show StopWatch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Show StopWatch or ProductionBase?

Show StopWatch ships an update every 4 weeks, and ProductionBase every 3 weeks. Most recently, Show StopWatch was updated on October 24, 2026 and ProductionBase on October 15, 2026.

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