Comparison

Swipe Play Clock vs GameClock+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Swipe Play Clock

This Apple Watch app provides customizable play clock timers for sports like football and lacrosse. It features intuitive swipe controls to start timers and includes a separate game clock with alerts and programmable settings.

Highlights
  • Customizable play clock lengths
  • Swipe up/down to start timers
  • Independent game clock
  • Programmable settings
  • Alerts for time remaining
  • Workout mode for screen primary
Features
Currently charting
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Apple Watch App Only: Update for problems the swipe to start the play clock on the new 46mm Series 10 Apple Watch. Similar to the last update, start games in settings menu to start the game since previous method no longer worked. Still working to add previous features, but currently works when swiping up and down on the watch face. Crown rotation does not currently start the play clocks, hope to fix in future versions. Still programmable play clock lengths. This allows you to use the app for both (American) football and lacrosse! Easily swipe up to start the 40 second clock and swipe down to start the 25 second clock on the face of your Apple Watch so you can concentrate on the field. These play clock timers are now programmable so they can be used for other sports, such as lacrosse. Watch Tutorial at: backjudgesolutions.com For football officials using college and high school (NFHS) rules. A game clock is included as well, which runs independent from the play clock (double tap the watch face to start/stop). Instructions (w/ watch face is active/on): 1. Settings Button - Menu Screen includes: a. Start Game - This turns on workout mode for the watch which is required to run timers. b. End Game - When the game is completed, exit workout mode. c. Adjust game clock time d. Settings window 2. Swipe Up on watch face - Starts the swipe up play clock timer 3. Swipe Down on watch face - Starts the swipe down play clock timer 4. Double Touch watch face - Starts/Stops game clock Settings Window: Period Length - This is the time that the Game Clock will reset once it expires (00:00:00). If you do not have game clock responsibilities, you can set this to be your Time Out timer. 2-Minute Warning - Watch will alert you with 2 minutes left on the Game Clock Swipe Up Timer - Sets the length of the Play Clock when the clock face is swiped up (or crown rotate up), such as the 40 second play clock Swipe Down Timer - Sets the length of the Play Clock when the clock face is swiped down (or crown rotate down), such as the 25 second play clock 5 second countdown - Sends an alert every second from 5 seconds until time expires on the Play Clock 10 second alert - Sends an alert with 10 seconds left on the Play Clock 15 second alert - Sends an alert with 15 seconds left on the Play Clock 25 second alert - Sends an alert with 25 seconds left on the Play Clock While the game is running, your watch is in workout mode to keep the screen primary, I do not record any health data.

About

GameClock+

This app is a dedicated tool for football officials to manage game clocks precisely from their wrist. It offers intuitive controls, visual cues, and haptic alerts to keep games on schedule and ensure officials never miss a critical moment.

Highlights
  • Set game clocks for various durations
  • Haptic alerts for key time milestones
  • Color-coded countdown for visual cues
  • Tap and swipe controls for easy operation
  • Always-on display for continuous visibility
  • Designed for rugged, reliable use
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GameClock+: The Ultimate Game Day Tool for Football Officials Stay in control of the clock with GameClock+, the must-have Apple Watch app designed specifically for football officials. Managing the game clock and keeping the game on schedule has never been easier! GameClock+ ensures precision, reliability, and ease of use—right from your wrist. Why Football Officials Love GameClock+ * Game Clock Made Simple: Easily set game clocks 15:00, 12:00, 10:00, or 8:00 regardless the level you're officiating at. * Haptic Alerts: Get a double vibration when the clock hits 2:05 and a long buzz when the timer reaches 0:00, so you never miss a crucial moment. * Color-Coded Countdown: The timer turns red under 2:00, ensuring quick visual cues without looking away from the field. * Tap & Go: Start, pause, or reset the countdown with a simple tap. * Swipe Controls: Swipe left to reset, right to cancel, keeping you focused on the game. * Always-On Display: The screen stays active, so you’re always in sync with the action. Built for the Field Designed with football officials in mind, GameClock+ is rugged, reliable, and easy to use, even in the heat of the game. The clean, bold interface ensures you can check the clock at a glance without missing a play. Download GameClock+ Today! Take control of game day timing with the app designed to simplify your job and elevate your officiating. Whether it's a playoff game or Friday night lights, GameClock+ has your back. Get GameClock+ now and stay one step ahead of the clock!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Swipe Play Clock at 39% against GameClock+'s 0%. Swipe Play Clock also leads on chart position (#53 vs unranked) and price ($5.99 vs $7.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Swipe Play Clock costs $5.99 and GameClock+ $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Swipe Play Clock versus GameClock+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwipe Play ClockGameClock+
Price$5.99 — better$7.99
Rating2.7 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#53 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.2 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBack Judge Solutions LLCMichael Pierce

Customer experience

Swipe Play Clock

All ratings26 ratings
Positive42.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive38.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative50.0%

GameClock+

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Swipe Play Clock

No in-app purchases

None

GameClock+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Swipe Play Clock free?
Swipe Play Clock costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is GameClock+ free?
GameClock+ costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Swipe Play Clock or GameClock+ have ads?
Neither Swipe Play Clock nor GameClock+ shows ads.

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