# Stage Timer vs Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

Stage Timer and Affinity Photo 2 for iPad both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Stage Timer's written reviews are positive against 43% of Affinity Photo 2 for iPad's. Stage Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). Affinity Photo 2 for iPad's advantage is ratings volume (3.2K vs 11). On price and rating there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Affinity Photo 2 for iPad sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Stage Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Stage Timer against 4.6 for Affinity Photo 2 for iPad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Affinity Photo 2 for iPad has 3.2K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Stage Timer's written reviews are positive against 43% of Affinity Photo 2 for iPad's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stage Timer | Affinity Photo 2 for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-timer/id1387644423/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/affinity-photo-2-for-ipad/id1616823773/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 43.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | — | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 20 MB | 1.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ricky Gore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387644422) | [Serif (Europe) Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/536107177) |

## What reviewers say

### Stage Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-timer/id1387644423)

This countdown timer helps presenters stay on schedule during speeches or presentations. It offers features like auto-start, a clock mode after the countdown, and integration with PowerPoint remotes for control.

**Highlights:** Countdown timer for presentations, Auto-start countdown, Clock mode after countdown, PowerPoint remote integration, Adjust time with remote, Start/stop countdown with remote

**In-app purchases:** none


### Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/affinity-photo-2-for-ipad/id1616823773)

A professional-grade photo editor for iPad, offering advanced tools for editing, retouching, and creating complex designs. It supports a wide range of file formats and color spaces, with optimized performance for iPad hardware and Apple Pencil.

**Highlights:** Non-destructive editing, Advanced masking tools, RAW image development, Layer support, Object removal, PSD file compatibility, 16-bit and 32-bit color editing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free 7-Day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Photo 2 for iPad License | Free | one-time |
| Affinity Collection for iPad | $36.99 | one-time |
| Affinity V2 Universal License | $164.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 💡 Robust photo editing capabilities
- 👍 Great value for the price
- 🚀 Efficient workflows
- 👍 Seamless integration with iPad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Buggy performance
- 👎 Confusing UI and navigation
- 👎 Lack of basic functionality
- 👎 Unstable after update

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when adjusting white balance
- Issues with importing and opening photos
- Brush tools not working as expected
- Layers and masks not functioning properly
- Exporting issues causing loss of work

**Requested features**

- Auto subject selection
- Improved help and documentation
- Better file management and export options
- Support for more RAW formats
- Astrophotography tools like the desktop version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stage Timer free?

Stage Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Affinity Photo 2 for iPad free?

Affinity Photo 2 for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stage Timer or Affinity Photo 2 for iPad?

Affinity Photo 2 for iPad is rated higher. Stage Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Affinity Photo 2 for iPad averages 4.6 from 3.2K ratings.

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