# Loop vs Stopwatch & Countdown Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Loop at free with in-app purchases against Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's subscription. Loop also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 26%) and ads (none vs shown). Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's advantage is ratings volume (600 vs 67) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loop holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch & Countdown Timer has 600 ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Loop's written reviews are positive against 26% of Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's.

Loop ships an update every 10 days, Stopwatch & Countdown Timer every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop | Stopwatch & Countdown Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-interval-and-multi-timer/id1537384788/reviews)** | [4.3 (600 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown-timer/id6447750488/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 67 | **600** |
| Positive reviews | **62.5% of reviews** | 25.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 81 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leon Boettger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537384790) | [Appenvision Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517746904) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-interval-and-multi-timer/id1537384788)

Easily create and manage multiple timers for various activities like sports, meditation, and study. Set interval timers, save presets, and import custom sounds. The app offers automatic resets, Apple Watch integration, and iCloud sync for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Multiple timer types (interval, Tabata), Natural text input for quick timers, Automatic timer reset and alarm options, Customizable presets with icons and colors, Import custom start, finish, and interval sounds, Background meditation sounds, iCloud sync across devices

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loop+ Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Loop+ Yearly | $3.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Loop+ | $4.99 | one-time |


### Stopwatch & Countdown Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown-timer/id6447750488)

This app offers a versatile timer solution for various activities, including studying, cooking, and fitness. It features a stopwatch, countdown timer, and HIIT timer with customizable parameters and sound notifications. Organize your daily tasks and improve focus with its user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Countdown timer, Stopwatch, HIIT timer, Customizable parameters, Sound notifications, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Personalized Timer Settings | $16.99 | per month |
| Enhanced Timer Options | $39.99 | per year |
| Enhanced Timer Options | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⏱️ Simple and functional timer/stopwatch
- 👍 Clean and intuitive UI design
- 🎯 Useful for workouts and training intervals
- 💾 Ability to save and recall workout routines
- 🔄 Works reliably once accessed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Extremely expensive subscription ($8.99-$17/week)
- 🚫 Aggressive paywall blocks app access immediately
- ❌ No true free version available
- 🔐 Requires payment information before free trial
- ⚠️ Confusing subscription options and labeling

**Reported bugs**

- Stopwatch stops when app is backgrounded
- App freezes on ad screens that don't fully load
- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Pop-up ads block app usage
- Unauthorized charges continuing after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Alarm functionality
- Lock screen timer display
- Background timer operation without keeping app open
- Better subscription cancellation options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop free?

Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Stopwatch & Countdown Timer free?

Stopwatch & Countdown Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Loop or Stopwatch & Countdown Timer?

Loop is rated higher. Loop averages 4.5 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while Stopwatch & Countdown Timer averages 4.3 from 600 ratings.

### Do Loop or Stopwatch & Countdown Timer have ads?

Stopwatch & Countdown Timer shows ads; Loop does not.

### Which is updated more often, Loop or Stopwatch & Countdown Timer?

Loop ships an update every 10 days, and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer every 8 months. Most recently, Loop was updated on September 18, 2026 and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*