Chrono vs Timers
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Chrono
This app allows you to run multiple stopwatches simultaneously, perfect for managing complex tasks or timing various activities at once. Each stopwatch can be individually labeled and managed, even when the app is running in the background. It's designed for efficient multi-tasking in scenarios like cooking or sports.
- Unlimited chronometers
- Independent management
- Labeled stopwatches
- Background mode support
- Delete chronometers
- Ideal for multi-tasking
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Chrono - Multiple Stopwatches Chrono is a simple Stopwatch app that enables you to launch multiple chronometers at the same time. The app, which allows you to label each chronometer you launch, is ideal for multi-tasking, sequencing complicated tasks smoothly. The app is great if or cooking , allowing you to track the time for different things you are cooking simultaneously. Or for sport events, where you want to track several participants at the same time. Functionalities - add unlimited chronometers and manage them independently - delete a chronometer when you are done using it - supports background mode - add a label to the stopwatches The app is free but a simple advertising banner is displayed on top. No fullscreen ads.
Timers
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously with this intuitive timer application. Create, label, and reuse custom timers for everyday activities like cooking, exercise, or meditation. Enjoy a variety of alarm sounds to suit your preferences.
- Run multiple timers simultaneously
- Label and reuse custom timers
- Variety of alarm sounds
- Easy multitasking for daily tasks
- Efficient time management
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Introducing our timer app – your go-to for easy multitasking. Create and reuse timers simultaneously for various activities like brewing tea, boiling eggs, doing laundry, or practicing meditation. Features: Run Multiple Timers: Handle different tasks at once effortlessly. Label and Reuse: Personalize timers for your routine. Alarm Sounds: Choose from various alert options. Simplify your tasks – download the app now for efficient time management!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Timers at 4.8 against Chrono's 3.9. Timers also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 18 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Timers holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 31 respectively.
Chrono ships an update every 18 months, Timers monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Chrono | Timers |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (19 ratings) | 4.8 (31 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 11.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 19 | 31 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FB PUBLISHING LLC | Tue Nguyen Minh |
Customer experience
Chrono
Timers
In-app purchases
Chrono
No in-app purchases
Timers
No in-app purchases
