Multi vs Running DJ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Multi
This app provides multiple stopwatches and countdown timers for various activities like sports, studying, and cooking. It offers advanced features like photo finish timing, synchronized online timing, and interval timers for training. Results can be saved, edited, and shared easily.
- Multiple stopwatches and countdown timers
- Photo finish timing with video synchronization
- Online synchronized timing across devices
- Interval timers for training (HIIT, Tabata)
- Save, edit, and share results
- Volume button controls
- Customizable timer names and colors
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All basic features are available for free! The ideal app for team managers and anyone who needs to measure several times at once! With support for iPad multitasking and built-in timers, you can use it for training, studying, cooking, and many other everyday tasks! The photo finish feature is recommended when you need accurate timing and cannot afford mistakes! As a runner myself, I often wished for an app like this. It is built from the perspective of runners and team managers. ■ Used across many fields Multi-Timer is used to time athletics, swimming, keirin, car and motorboat races, games, and multiple workplace tasks. It is also widely deployed on organization-managed devices (MDM). ■ Multiple stopwatches and saved results • Run 20+ stopwatches at once, depending on your device. • A lap is the time for one segment; a split is the total time from the start. • Change each stopwatch's name and color, and choose how many appear on screen. • Rearrange stopwatches manually or sort them automatically by rank. • Group stopwatches to start, stop, or record laps together. • Save results and revisit them in the calendar. • Edit times, share CSV files or images, and copy results for use in Excel or Google Sheets. • Enable volume button controls to start or stop stopwatches in sequence with the volume down button. ■ Online Timer: synchronized timing across devices Share a room ID to link stopwatches on different devices. Useful when the start and finish are far apart or several people help with timing. A stable internet connection is required. ■ NoLook Timer: record laps without watching the screen Tap as athletes pass, then assign recorded marks to athletes or adjust their times afterward. Lap times are calculated automatically, helping you record several athletes passing in quick succession. Use the volume down button to start timing or record a lap. ■ Photo finish: timing linked to video Synchronize the stopwatch with video playback. Use slow motion, fast-forward, and pause to inspect finishes or swimming touches. Pause the video to manually record times for multiple athletes. ■ Timer For Daily Use: separate countdowns for everyday tasks Manage cooking, study, or other tasks with multiple countdowns. Set each timer's name, color, sound, and repeat option. On iOS 26 or later, allow alarms to hear the timer end while the app is in the background or the screen is locked, including in Silent mode or Focus. When regular notifications are used, sound behavior depends on notification settings. ■ Timer For Training: repeat work and rest intervals Add intervals, set each duration, and repeat the sequence up to 9,999 times. Useful for Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. Save your settings to reuse them later. Keep the app open to follow interval changes and hear alerts. Background sounds and notifications are not supported in this mode. Use the sound button to toggle audio; change vibration in Settings. ■ Recommended for • Coaches and team managers timing multiple athletes • Runners, swimmers, and cyclists recording training or races • PE teachers and fitness trainers planning exercise and rest • People recording laps in cycling or motorsport • Students managing study sessions and cooks using several timers • Anyone who wants to save, share, and review timing results ■ How to use Swipe horizontally to switch modes. Control stopwatches with START, STOP, LAP, and RESET. Open DATA, choose the save action, and enter a title. Revisit saved results in the calendar. ■ Purchases and ads Photo finish, Online Timer, and NoLook Timer are additional features, each available as a one-time in-app purchase. Temporary access by watching an ad may also be offered. Ad removal is a separate one-time purchase. Sound effects: OtoLogic
Running DJ
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Running DJ: Course-Reactive Music Trigger When your pace picks up, when you hit a steep climb, when you finally reach the summit — your music shifts dramatically to match the moment. A course-reactive music trigger app built for the outdoors. Who it's for • Anyone who loves outdoor activities — walking, running, hiking, and beyond • Runners who want their music to switch automatically with their effort • People who use music as motivation to keep moving • Hikers and walkers who want a musical cue when it's time to head home (like "Auld Lang Syne" at closing time) Key Features • Wide range of outdoor activities: Road Running, Trail Running, Walking, Hiking, Cycling, Stair Climbing, Skiing/Snowboarding, Ski Mountaineering, Swimming, Climbing • Trigger System: GPS and accelerometer data are analyzed in real time, automatically switching tracks in sync with your movement. Trigger types include: Start, Goal, Alert, Duration, Distance, Total Ascent, Altitude, Steps, Uphill Grade, Downhill Grade, Pace, Cadence, Aid Station, Speed, and more. • Live Stats: Displays real-time data including GPS accuracy, gradient, pace, and cadence. • Warm-Up Mixer: A pre-run music playback feature to boost your motivation before the start. • My Run: Save multiple configurations and recall them anytime. • Start Time: Automatically begins tracking at a scheduled time. • CSV Log Export: Record and share your workout data. • AI Mentor: Chat with your AI mentor about your activities and receive analysis of your workout data. All features are free to use. • MAP Feature: Music switches automatically as you approach a waypoint on the map or GPX route. You can also switch activities or "MyRun" designed for transits. • Measure Heart Rate: Designed as an Apple Watch-exclusive feature. When enabled, heart rate is shown in LIVE STATS and the "Heart Rate" trigger becomes selectable. Instant and average heart rate are also recorded in CSV data. • Intelligence DJ: AI analyzes your real-time running data and automatically selects music to match your current scene. Just set up your scenes and songs in advance — the AI takes care of the rest during your run. • Share Card: Overlay your recorded stats onto favorite photos and videos for social media. Why this app exists This app was born from watching bone-conduction earphones spread through the trail running race scene. By syncing music with the data your device is already measuring, it pushes you through the hard moments and frames your highlights with drama. In everyday training, it helps you pace yourself by time or distance, and keep your cadence steady. Get outside with Running DJ and make every run your own. Questions and feedback are welcome via the in-app message form.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Running DJ at none against Multi's shown. Running DJ also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). Multi's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Multi sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Running DJ sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Multi ships an update every 3 weeks, Running DJ every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Multi | Running DJ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (111 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 111 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 147 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Koki Osada | Tomohiro TSUSAKA |
In-app purchases
Multi
- Grade up timer$0.99
- NoLook Timer$0.99
- Oline Timer$1.99
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- remove ads$2.99
Running DJ
- スポーツジェル$2.99
- 紙おむつ$9.99
- アプリの開発及び維持費$19.99









