--Stop Watch-- vs HostCue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
--Stop Watch--
This utility app functions as a basic stopwatch. It allows users to start, stop, and reset the timer with simple button presses. Ideal for timing events or tasks.
- Start timer
- Stop timer
- Reset timer
- Easy operation
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- How to operate - Press "Start" to start the stopwatch. Press "Stop" to stop the stopwatch. Press "Reset" to reset the stop watch.
HostCue
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Bring game-show energy to any room. HostCue is a fast, offline-first toolkit for quiz hosts, teachers, facilitators, party organizers, and anyone leading a group. Keep the action moving without switching between separate soundboard, timer, scoreboard, and randomizer apps. SOUND CUES • Play buzzers, applause, laughter, suspense, victory, wrong-answer, and audience effects with one tap. • See each cue's duration and playback progress. • Stop or switch sounds instantly. SEGMENT TIMER • Choose quick presets or set a custom duration. • Keep the countdown visible in a floating bar while using other tools. • Get clear countdown cues and overtime tracking. TEAM SCOREBOARD • Track 2–4 teams with editable names. • Add or subtract points with large, host-friendly controls. • Undo the latest score change or reset the board. • Keep names and scores between launches. QUICK DECISIONS • Flip a coin. • Roll a die. • Choose Yes or No. • Pick a random number within your range. • Enjoy animated reveals that build anticipation before the result. BUILT FOR THE PERSON HOLDING THE ROOM Large controls, clear feedback, and a consistent layout make HostCue easy to operate while you teach, present, or host. Core tools work without an account or internet connection. Use HostCue for classroom quizzes, trivia nights, workshops, party games, family activities, church groups, team sessions, and anywhere a little game-show energy helps.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HostCue at none against --Stop Watch--'s 3. HostCue also leads on ads (none vs shown). --Stop Watch--'s advantage is iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. --Stop Watch-- sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per month. HostCue asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | --Stop Watch-- | HostCue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (252 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 252 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Makiko Kawahara | Eric Chin Hoe Chan |
In-app purchases
--Stop Watch--
- Premium Plan (Monthly)$0.791 Month
- Premium Plan (Yearly)$3.951 Year
- Premium Plan (Lifetime)$9.19
HostCue
No in-app purchases
