# WetRuler vs Simple Stop Watch Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WetRuler at none against Simple Stop Watch Timer's 1. WetRuler also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Simple Stop Watch Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 43 months) and ratings volume (26 vs 1). On price, rating and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Stop Watch Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WetRuler asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for WetRuler against 4.9 for Simple Stop Watch Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Stop Watch Timer has 26 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

WetRuler ships an update every 43 months, Simple Stop Watch Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 20, 2026 and August 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WetRuler | Simple Stop Watch Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wetruler/id1445381420/reviews)** | [4.9 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-stop-watch-timer/id6446507883/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **26** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 43 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Robert Werner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445381419) | [Travis Menghini](https://appshunter.io/developer/1678190597) |

## What reviewers say

### WetRuler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wetruler/id1445381420)

This augmented reality application measures and weighs fish using your device's camera. Simply place your catch on a surface, select the fish type, and the app will estimate its length and approximate weight. It also records a photo of your catch with the measurements displayed.

**Highlights:** AR measurement grid, Fish type selection, Approximate weight and length calculation, Records catch photos with data, Works in water for catch and release, Supports large fish up to 10 feet

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simple Stop Watch Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-stop-watch-timer/id6446507883)

This intuitive stopwatch app offers precise lap and elapsed time tracking. It features multi-watch functionality, haptic feedback for screen-free operation, and customizable interfaces. Widgets provide quick home screen access, and achievements can be easily shared.

**Highlights:** Lap time and elapsed time tracking, Multi-watch functionality, Haptic feedback, Customizable interface, Home screen widgets, Media sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WetRuler free?

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

### Is Simple Stop Watch Timer free?

Simple Stop Watch Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WetRuler or Simple Stop Watch Timer?

WetRuler is rated higher. WetRuler averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simple Stop Watch Timer averages 4.9 from 26 ratings.

### Do WetRuler or Simple Stop Watch Timer have ads?

Simple Stop Watch Timer shows ads; WetRuler does not.

### Which is updated more often, WetRuler or Simple Stop Watch Timer?

WetRuler ships an update every 43 months, and Simple Stop Watch Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, WetRuler was updated on June 20, 2026 and Simple Stop Watch Timer on August 8, 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.*