# SpeakTimer vs Precision Match Timer

The clearest difference is price: SpeakTimer at Free against Precision Match Timer's $19.99. SpeakTimer also leads on ratings volume (218 vs 20). Precision Match Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

SpeakTimer is free to download; Precision Match Timer costs $19.99 up front. SpeakTimer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Precision Match Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for SpeakTimer against 4.3 for Precision Match Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SpeakTimer has 218 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of SpeakTimer's written reviews are positive against 62% of Precision Match Timer's.

SpeakTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, Precision Match Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpeakTimer | Precision Match Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $19.99 |
| Rating | **[4.4 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaktimer-voice-alert-timer/id1331136866/reviews)** | [4.3 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/precision-match-timer/id1519610860/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | **61.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#187** |
| Size | 11 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dynamic Apps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331136865) | [Joseph Loehle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519610862) |

## What reviewers say

### SpeakTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaktimer-voice-alert-timer/id1331136866)

This app provides customizable voice alerts for countdowns and stopwatches. Set specific spoken messages at chosen intervals or when timers end, even when the app is in the background. It's designed for easy use in various daily activities.

**Highlights:** Customizable voice alerts, Speech at chosen intervals, Background voice alerts, Multiple timers simultaneously, Speaking stopwatches, Quick and Custom timer types

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| SpeakTimer PRO Annual | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fully customizable timers and prompts
- 💡 Smart reminders for time management
- 👍 Useful for ADHD and time blindness
- 👍 Flexible for various uses (races, exercises)
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for functionality
- 💰 High price for basic features
- 💰 Free trial auto-renews
- 🔊 Turns down volume of other apps
- 🔊 Does not work in background

**Reported bugs**

- Does not record on-speech
- Does not always speak
- Doesn't work when app is not on screen
- Impossible to edit speech intervals

**Requested features**

- More realistic or customizable voices
- Smartly handle pluralization (e.g., '1 unit left')
- Allow sounds to be configured as well as speech (e.g., air horn)
- Start timer by voice command
- Change voice to a more peaceful/softer one


### Precision Match Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/precision-match-timer/id1519610860)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

A customizable timer designed for shooting matches that utilize a Par Time. Features a unique shake-to-start function for hands-free operation. Ideal for precision rifle and NRL competitions.

**Highlights:** Customizable Par Time, Shake to Start, Match timer, Rifle shooting support, NRL match compatible

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpeakTimer free?

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

### Is Precision Match Timer free?

Precision Match Timer costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SpeakTimer or Precision Match Timer?

SpeakTimer is rated higher. SpeakTimer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while Precision Match Timer averages 4.3 from 20 ratings.

### Do SpeakTimer or Precision Match Timer have ads?

SpeakTimer shows ads; Precision Match Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, SpeakTimer or Precision Match Timer?

SpeakTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Precision Match Timer fortnightly. Most recently, SpeakTimer was updated on October 21, 2026 and Precision Match Timer on October 18, 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.*