DsStopWatch vs Colory Tally Counter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DsStopWatch
This utility allows for precise time measurement with multiple stopwatches. It offers real-time recording, saving, and copying of time data in CSV format. Advanced features include button operation customization, lock mode for preventing accidental presses, and the ability to synchronize operations.
- Multiple stopwatches
- Real-time time recording
- Save and copy time records (CSV)
- Customizable button operations
- Lock mode for accidental presses
- Light and dark screen modes
- Operation cancellation and modification
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1. How to operate (1) Button operation Operable buttons are colored. (2) Time record The measured time is recorded on the record screen in real time. To see the new record screen, press the Record> button. To see the old record screen, press the R button. To clear the time record, press the Clear All button twice. To save the time record, press the Save All button twice. Time record saves are overwritten each time. When you press the Copy button, the time record is copied to the clipboard in csv format, so you can paste it to Numbers etc. Selecting a name will display the selected person's time record. By selecting the unit distance for lap timing, the lap time for each unit distance is displayed. (3) Button operation reaction Vibration by button operation, click sound, support voice are possible. Operate with the Vibration button, Click button, and Voice button. (4) Name change You can change the name. Press the Name button or RUN button to enter LOCK mode, select a name to change the name, and press the return key to confirm the name change. Even if you change the name, pressing anything other than the return key cancels the name change. (5) LOCK mode Button operation can be prohibited to prevent erroneous button operation. If you press the Name button or RUN button to enter LOCK mode, button operation is prohibited. To cancel LOCK mode, press the Name button or LOCK button again. (6) Light screen and dark screen You can switch between light screen and dark screen. Please push the Light button or the Dark button. (7) Operation cancellation function The operation cancellation function can cancel the button operation. Only the last button operation can be canceled. Press the Undo button immediately after pressing the button. (8) Operation change function The operation change function can cancel and change the button operation. Only the last button operation can be changed. Immediately after pressing the button, press the Undo button, press the Sync button, and then press the button you want to change. (9) Operation addition function Operation addition function can be added by synchronizing button operation. It can be added in sync with the last button operation. Immediately after pressing the button, press the Sync button, then press the button you want to add. (10) Select mode Select mode allows you to operate multiple buttons at the same time. Press the Sel button to switch to select mode, select multiple buttons you want to operate at the same time, and then press the Sel button at the bottom. (11) Tapping mode The tapping mode allows you to tap first and then assign the tapping operation to any button on the stopwatch. Press the Tap button to switch to tapping mode, press the Tapping button, then press the button you want to assign to the stopwatch. You can also use A, G, 0 on the external keyboard and 0 on the numeric keypad instead of the Tapping button. The Tapping button can be memorized up to 10 times. 2. Operation Lap time and total time are displayed repeatedly in the range from 00:00.0 to 59:99.9. The time record on the record screen is displayed repeatedly in the range from 0:00:00.0 to 9:59:59.9. The Lap button also displays the number of Laps. The Lap button repeats the display in the range from 0 to 9. Lap on the record screen is displayed repeatedly in the range from 0 to 99. The resolution of the time display is 0.1 seconds, but the internal time is measured with a higher resolution. The action of each button starts at the moment the button is pressed and released. (Same as apple genuine app.) Even if you quit the app or turn off the power of the smartphone, it will continue to keep time when you start the app. There is no background processing, so this app will not drain your battery when you close it.
Colory Tally Counter
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Colory Tally Counter is a versatile tally counter app that lets you add a splash of color and style to your counting tasks with 44 different colors and 41 unique icons. MAIN FEATURES - Easy Counting: Tap to count up (default +1), swipe left to count down (default -1), and long press to open the menu. - Adjustable Sizes: Display many counters with small size, or prioritize usability with large size. - Widgets: With the Pro version, add widgets to your home screen. On iOS 17.4 and above, count directly with +/- buttons on the home screen. Below iOS 17.4, see the counter values with colors and icons. - Detailed View: Customize counters with a preview. If you access detailed views frequently, enable the +/- button for quick access. Widgets also allow individual counter access. - Auto-Record: Each counter automatically logs counts with date and time. Ideal for tracking medication, feedings, and more. View detailed records to track changes easily. Pro version displays records by day, week, month, or year, and allows notes for each record. - Countdown Mode: Set individual counters to countdown mode (default target value is 0). Name displays with a “▼” when in countdown mode. Tap to count down, swipe left to count up. - Tagging: Use tags to filter and organize counters. Register tags beforehand for different use cases. - Sorting: Tap the edit button in the upper right of the home screen to sort counters via drag and drop or to delete counters. - Shortcuts: Long press the + button on the home screen to instantly create a counter with default settings. - Counter Menu: Long press a counter to access: - Detailed view - Record view - Decrease count (increase in countdown mode) - Edit value - Reset counter - Delete counter SETTINGS - Vibration on/off for counts - Screen sleep on/off - Sound effects on/off for counting - Change sound effects for count up/down - Change theme color (Pro only) - Change icon display position - +/- button mode on/off RECOMMENDED USES - Count items like beads, screws, or parts - Track scores or wins in games and sports - Record household chores like cleaning or shopping - Track consumables like tissues, toilet paper, or foil - Record practice sessions for reading or writing - Track knitting rows - Log workout reps - Record medication or supplement intake - Track water, caffeine, or alcohol intake - Log baby feedings or diaper changes - Manage plants with watering, fertilizing, or pruning records PRO VERSION - No ads - Widget functionality - Add notes to records - Display records segmented by time - Change theme colors Upgrade to the Pro version with a one-time lifetime purchase and enjoy all premium features forever. Special thanks to the following sources: == Icons == Blendicons https://blendicons.com/ ICOOON MONO https://icooon-mono.com/ Icon rainbow https://icon-rainbow.com/ シルエットAC https://www.silhouette-ac.com/ == Sound Effects == 効果音ラボ https://soundeffect-lab.info/ == Fonts == Zen Maru Gothic Licensed under SIL Open Font License 1.1 (http://scripts.sil.org/OFL) Copyright 2021 The Zen Maru Gothic Project Authors (https://github.com/googlefonts/zen-marugothic)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DsStopWatch at none against Colory Tally Counter's 1. DsStopWatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Colory Tally Counter's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price 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. Colory Tally Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DsStopWatch asks for nothing beyond the download.
DsStopWatch ships an update every 2 months, Colory Tally Counter weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DsStopWatch | Colory Tally Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryuichi Kato | Hikari Mano |
In-app purchases
DsStopWatch
No in-app purchases
Colory Tally Counter
- Pro Edition$3.99
Questions
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