# Timer Plus vs BJJ Stopwatch

The clearest difference is ads: BJJ Stopwatch at none against Timer Plus's shown. BJJ Stopwatch also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). Timer Plus's advantage is ratings volume (62K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and BJJ Stopwatch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BJJ Stopwatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 62K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of BJJ Stopwatch's.

Timer Plus ships an update every 9 days, BJJ Stopwatch weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | BJJ Stopwatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (62K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-stopwatch/id6743998038/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **62K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 38 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [DIOGO AUGUSTO OLIVEIRA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805460839) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app is designed for high-intensity workouts like HIIT, circuit, and Tabata. It offers customizable timers with round and cycle displays, background operation, and voice guidance. An Apple Watch companion app is also available for seamless workout tracking.

**Highlights:** Interval training timer, Customizable rounds and cycles, Background operation, Voice guidance, Save unlimited timers, Apple Watch app integration, Apple Health Kit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


### BJJ Stopwatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-stopwatch/id6743998038)

This specialized timer app provides clear audio cues for training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It features a user-friendly interface with large displays and dark mode, along with quick actions for pausing, resetting, and adjusting rounds. Ideal for practitioners, coaches, and academies seeking structured training sessions.

**Highlights:** Clear audio signals for round start/end, Configurable warning signals, Rest period indicators, Large, easy-to-read display, Dark mode support, Pause/Resume functionality, Quick round reset

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BJJ Stopwatch PRO Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Is BJJ Stopwatch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Timer Plus or BJJ Stopwatch?

BJJ Stopwatch is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 62K ratings, while BJJ Stopwatch averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or BJJ Stopwatch have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; BJJ Stopwatch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Plus or BJJ Stopwatch?

Timer Plus ships an update every 9 days, and BJJ Stopwatch weekly. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on November 12, 2026 and BJJ Stopwatch on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*