# SpeakTimer vs Stopwatch + reading out loud

The clearest difference is rating: Stopwatch + reading out loud at 4.9 against SpeakTimer's 4.4. Stopwatch + reading out loud also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). SpeakTimer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 23 months) and ratings volume (218 vs 14). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpeakTimer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Stopwatch + reading out loud asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stopwatch + reading out loud holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SpeakTimer has 218 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of SpeakTimer's written reviews are positive against 77% of Stopwatch + reading out loud's.

SpeakTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, Stopwatch + reading out loud every 23 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpeakTimer | Stopwatch + reading out loud |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaktimer-voice-alert-timer/id1331136866/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-plus-reading-out-loud/id1643813045/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | **76.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 23 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.3 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dynamic Apps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331136865) | [YUTAKA KENJO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1070080613) |

## 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


### Stopwatch + reading out loud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-plus-reading-out-loud/id1643813045)

This utility app offers a versatile stopwatch with lap timing, split measurements, and the ability to create multiple simultaneous stopwatches. It features an audible readout function for measured times and automatic data saving with calendar and chart views for progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Multiple simultaneous stopwatches, Lap and split time measurement, Audible readout of measured times, Automatic data saving with calendar/chart views, Screen orientation lock, Countdown timer before start, Customizable button sounds and vibrations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpeakTimer free?

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

### Is Stopwatch + reading out loud free?

Stopwatch + reading out loud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SpeakTimer or Stopwatch + reading out loud?

Stopwatch + reading out loud is rated higher. SpeakTimer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while Stopwatch + reading out loud averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do SpeakTimer or Stopwatch + reading out loud have ads?

SpeakTimer shows ads; Stopwatch + reading out loud does not.

### Which is updated more often, SpeakTimer or Stopwatch + reading out loud?

SpeakTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stopwatch + reading out loud every 23 months. Most recently, SpeakTimer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Stopwatch + reading out loud on October 11, 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.*