Comparison

Regatta Countdown Timer vs Watch Sailing Timer

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

Head to head
About

Regatta Countdown Timer

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Would you like all the critical information about a Regatta start and fixed mark course on your wrist? This phone and watch app provides select boat instrument features on your phone and wrist via a paired Apple Watch. Includes relevant activities before the start signal (set pin and committee boat locations to define start line, start countdown timer and sync to committee boat time.) Also includes ability to manage waypoints on the companion iPhone app (click on the map) and sync waypoints (marks) to the watch for "GoTo" navigation during the race. Active mark navigation includes a layline assistant to help determine when to tack and fine tune your course. The iPhone app supports all watch features, works without a watch, and also includes a map to visually track your race progress. This application is NOT intended to replace GPS or other key navigational functions and should not be relied on as the sole source of navigational information. This app relies on the underlying GPS software provided by Apple, and may need several seconds to "warm up" for the most accurate GPS readings. See the support page for tips on getting the most out of the app.

About

Watch Sailing Timer

This app provides a dedicated timer for sailing races, featuring customizable countdowns, haptic feedback, and Apple Health integration. It offers an intuitive interface optimized for Apple Watch, allowing for quick adjustments and seamless workout tracking.

Highlights
  • Customizable countdowns
  • Haptic feedback
  • Apple Health integration
  • Action Button support
  • Watch face complications
  • Background mode
Features
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The Perfect Standalone Watch App for Sailors and Yacht Racing Enthusiast! - Simple and easy-to-read countdown - Sync time to the nearest minute - Voice count down - Action Button support on Apple Watch Ultra - Start a countdown from the watch face - Turn the Digital Crown to add or subtract a minute at a time from your countdown — adjust the running timer without stopping it. The app also integrates with Apple Health to track your sailing workouts. All in a beautiful app. Key Features: - Choose from predefined countdowns (1 to 5 minutes) or select up to 5 custom durations to suit your training needs. - Start a countdown directly from your watch face – perfect for that sudden warning signal. - Start a countdown by pressing the Action Button on Apple Watch Ultra. Press again to sync time! Easy! Optional Apple Health Integration - HealthKit support: Automatically log your sailing workouts in HealthKit to keep track of your training and races. User-Friendly Interface - Intuitive design: A sleek, easy-to-navigate interface tailored for Apple Watch, so you can control your timer even under challenging conditions. - Haptic feedback: Feel vibrations every minute during the countdown, and at 30, 20, 10, and the final 5 seconds. - Background mode: The countdown continues even when the app runs in the background. Custom Settings - Personalize your experience: Adjust haptic feedback, select preferred countdown durations, and choose whether to save workouts to HealthKit. - Decide if you want to display the duration of the workout after the start. Action Button Support - Press once when you hear the warning signal to start the timer. - Press again to sync time. - Press the Action Button and the side button together to pause. - Press them again to reset the timer, ready for a new countdown. Make sure to allow Apple Health to fully utilize the Action Button. Permission is required before the Action Button can start a workout and thus a countdown. The app does not store anything in Health or read any data — unless you enable it in settings. --- Get Started Today! Download Watch Sailing Timer now and take the first step towards mastering your sailing routine. Whether you're training for a championship or enjoying leisurely races, our app is your perfect sailing partner. --- Experience the ultimate in sailing timer technology—only on Apple Watch.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Regatta Countdown Timer at Free against Watch Sailing Timer's $4.99. Watch Sailing Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months) and chart position (#66 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Regatta Countdown Timer is free to download; Watch Sailing Timer costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Regatta Countdown Timer ships an update every 5 months, Watch Sailing Timer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Regatta Countdown Timer versus Watch Sailing Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRegatta Countdown TimerWatch Sailing Timer
PriceFree — better$4.99
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
Best chart rank—#66 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSOFTWARE OXYGEN, INC.Soeren Steen

In-app purchases

None

Regatta Countdown Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Watch Sailing Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Regatta Countdown Timer free?
Regatta Countdown Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Watch Sailing Timer free?
Watch Sailing Timer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Regatta Countdown Timer or Watch Sailing Timer have ads?
Neither Regatta Countdown Timer nor Watch Sailing Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Regatta Countdown Timer or Watch Sailing Timer?
Regatta Countdown Timer ships an update every 5 months, and Watch Sailing Timer every 3 days. Most recently, Regatta Countdown Timer was updated on September 8, 2026 and Watch Sailing Timer on September 17, 2026.

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