Comparison

Whistle Time vs SharedStart Stopwatch

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

Head to head
About

Whistle Time

This sports timing app helps referees manage matches with customizable timers, card tracking, and real-time data syncing. It also offers post-match analysis and a unique heatmap feature to track on-field movement.

Highlights
  • Customizable match periods and warnings
  • Yellow/red card and penalty tracking
  • Cross-device syncing (watch, phone, TV)
  • Live match data sharing
  • Post-match event overview
  • On-field movement heatmap analysis
Features
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Take Control of the match with Whistle: Your Ultimate Football Referee Companion Whistle is the perfect refereeing tool for football and any sport requiring precise time management. Whether you're officiating a high-stakes match or a friendly kickabout, Whistle provides the features you need to stay on top of every second, and now, even analyze your on-field movement with our innovative heatmap technology. Effortless Time Management Easily configure match periods, including half-time and injury time, with customizable warnings as the clock winds down or counts up. Track yellow and red cards, including time penalties, with automatic alerts when a player's penalty is over. Save your regular match settings as templates for quick selection – perfect for switching between standard adult football (2 x 45 minutes) and youth matches (e.g., 4 x 15 minutes). Nine pre-loaded sport templates, including football, are ready to go right out of the box. Beyond Football Whistle's flexible design adapts to various sports, including hockey, handball, basketball and rugby. Customize periods, breaks, and even card rules to perfectly match your sport's regulations. Track Cards and Penalties Manage cards with configurable penalty durations. Whistle automatically tracks penalty time and notifies you when a player can return to the field. Keep a clear record of all card events throughout the match. Seamless Syncing Across Devices Whistle seamlessly syncs across your smartwatch, phone, and TV, providing ultimate flexibility and control. Share live match data with assistant referees, coaches, or even spectators using a unique match code or a quick link generated directly within the app. Everyone connected sees real-time updates to the score, time, cards, and other key events. Imagine the convenience of your assistant referee having all the match information right on their wrist! Post-Match Analysis & Heatmap Insights After the final whistle, Whistle generates a comprehensive overview of all match events, including duration, cards issued, goals scored, and breaks taken. But the insights don't stop there! Introducing our brand-new Heatmap feature: by utilizing your device's GPS, Whistle can now track your location throughout the match, generating a personal heatmap of your on-field movements. This powerful visual tool, available in the match overview and accessible later in your match history when logged in, allows you to analyze your positioning, coverage patterns, and overall engagement during the game. It’s perfect for self-assessment and identifying areas for improvement in your refereeing mechanics. This detailed log and advanced positional analysis is perfect for record-keeping and truly in-depth post-match review. Intuitive and Easy to Use Whistle is designed for quick, in-game adjustments. Double-tap the icon, time, or score for instant actions. Need to stop the clock quickly? Long-press the pause action or double-tap the rest icon.

About

SharedStart Stopwatch

Features
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Connect up to 20 stopwatches to one shared start. Every timer begins at exactly the same moment, while laps and finish times are recorded independently on each device.

Screenshots

Whistle Time4 screens
SharedStart Stopwatch1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SharedStart Stopwatch at none against Whistle Time's 2. SharedStart Stopwatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). Whistle Time's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Whistle Time sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SharedStart Stopwatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Whistle Time ships an update fortnightly, SharedStart Stopwatch daily. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Whistle Time versus SharedStart Stopwatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhistle TimeSharedStart Stopwatch
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobbert BrackelAer Software Solutions BV

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Whistle Time

Subscriptions2
  • Without adds$1.991 Month
  • Without adds$17.991 Year
None

SharedStart Stopwatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Whistle Time free?
Whistle Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SharedStart Stopwatch free?
SharedStart Stopwatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Whistle Time or SharedStart Stopwatch have ads?
Whistle Time shows ads; SharedStart Stopwatch does not.
Which is updated more often, Whistle Time or SharedStart Stopwatch?
Whistle Time ships an update fortnightly, and SharedStart Stopwatch daily. Most recently, Whistle Time was updated on September 22, 2026 and SharedStart Stopwatch on September 14, 2026.

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