Comparison

Stopwatch Workout vs RefKick

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

Head to head
About

Stopwatch Workout

This app combines a stopwatch and workout tracker for efficient track running. Easily record your runs and lap times with large, accessible buttons, even during intense interval training. It seamlessly integrates with HealthKit to log your workouts.

Highlights
  • Stopwatch with lap functionality
  • Crown control for ease of use
  • Records run workouts
  • Large, easy-to-press buttons
  • HealthKit integration
Features
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Stopwatch Workout is the best app for track workouts on Apple Watch. Instead of needing to use a separate workout app while also using a stopwatch, the Stopwatch Workout App combines those two functions into one easy to use app. Simply hold the start button to start a workout and use the stopwatch like any other classic stopwatch knowing that you will get credit you deserve for your run. The buttons are big and easy to press even if you are in the midst of mile repeats. Features: -Stopwatch with lap feature. -Control using the crown. -Records run workouts. -Big buttons that are easy to press. -More coming soon. Created by Jake Derouin (Runner for CU Boulder). This app uses HealthKit to record workouts.

About

RefKick

This professional tool helps football referees manage matches efficiently by tracking time, scores, and disciplinary actions. It supports multi-referee collaboration and provides detailed match timelines and running heatmaps for post-match analysis. Designed for ease of use on Apple Watch and iPhone, it ensures reliable officiating.

Highlights
  • Match timing with added time calculation
  • Score tracking with goal cancellation
  • Disciplinary recording (yellow/red cards)
  • Multi-device integration for referee roles
  • Automatic match event timeline generation
  • Running heatmap visualization
  • Apple Watch optimized interface
Features
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RefKick — A Match Tool for Football Referees RefKick is a professional match control application designed specifically for football referees. It helps referees efficiently manage time, scores, and disciplinary events during matches and supports multi-referee collaboration. With simplicity and reliability as its core design philosophy, RefKick emphasizes fast interaction and clear presentation, making it an ideal officiating tool on the field. Match Timing: Start, pause, and resume match time Clear display of minutes and seconds Automatic management of pauses and added time Haptic feedback for key match events Suitable for halftime and full-time control Score Tracking: Records home and away team goals Supports goal cancellation to avoid recording errors One-click operation to reduce distraction Clear visual confirmation for every operation Disciplinary Recording: Instantly records yellow and red cards Supports reversing incorrect calls Clear color differentiation for quick identification Strong haptic feedback to prevent accidental operation Multi-device Integration: Supports referee, assistant referee, and fourth official roles Real-time synchronization of match status across multiple devices Showcase of linesman flag via Apple Watch Vibration alerts the referee Improves collaboration efficiency and reduces verbal and visual communication costs Match Timeline: Automatically generates a complete match event timeline Clearly records key moments such as goals, yellow cards, and red cards Quickly review the match afterward Provides reliable data for debriefing and recording Running Heatmap: Records the referee's running trajectory based on the match process Visualizes on-field activity heatmaps Helps referees analyze positioning and coverage Provides reference for fitness management and officiating improvement Designed specifically for Apple Watch: Optimized for smaller screens Large buttons, operable even with gloves High-contrast dark interface, adaptable to the stadium environment Minimalist navigation, focused on match usage scenarios Companion App for iPhone: Provides complete match control and viewing functions For pre-match settings, post-match review, and data viewing View running heatmaps and heart rate graphs after the match to help you plan your fitness effectively Seamless integration with Apple Watch for a consistent experience Sports data synced to Health, making every workout traceable Privacy and Reliability: No account registration required No ads

Screenshots

RefKick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Stopwatch Workout at every 9 days against RefKick's every 3 weeks. Stopwatch Workout also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stopwatch Workout ships an update every 9 days, RefKick every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stopwatch Workout versus RefKick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopwatch WorkoutRefKick
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCyberWisp LLC千淞 颜

Customer experience

Stopwatch Workout

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

RefKick

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Stopwatch Workout

No in-app purchases

None

RefKick

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stopwatch Workout free?
Stopwatch Workout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RefKick free?
RefKick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stopwatch Workout or RefKick have ads?
Neither Stopwatch Workout nor RefKick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch Workout or RefKick?
Stopwatch Workout ships an update every 9 days, and RefKick every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stopwatch Workout was updated on October 3, 2026 and RefKick on September 29, 2026.

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