Comparison

Big Timer vs Stage Timer

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

Head to head
About

Big Timer

This utility app features large, easy-to-read text for simple stopwatch and countdown timer functions. It's designed for quick visibility from a distance, making it ideal for straightforward timekeeping needs.

Highlights
  • Large, easy-to-read display
  • Stopwatch functionality
  • Countdown timer functionality
  • Simple interface
Features
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Large letters make it easy to see and read even from a distance It can be used simply as a stopwatch or countdown timer.

About

Stage Timer

Features
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Stay organized, stay on time, and never miss a cue with Stage Timer—the ultimate countdown timer and schedule tracker designed for stage performers, event professionals, and anyone who needs to manage their time efficiently. Key Features: • Real-Time Countdown: See exactly how much time is left in your current meeting, performance, or event. • Next Event Overview: Always be prepared with a clear view of what’s coming up next. • Room Availability Display: Place Stage Timer outside your meeting room to show when it will be available again. • Calendar Integration: Sync seamlessly with your existing calendar to keep everything in one place. • Customizable Alerts: Set reminders to ensure you stay on track and wrap up on time. • Intuitive Design: A sleek, minimalist interface designed for focus during live events, meetings, or presentations.

Screenshots

Big Timer3 screens
Stage Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Big Timer at none against Stage Timer's 4. Big Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.1). Stage Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stage Timer sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Big Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Big Timer versus Stage Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBig TimerStage Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyouhei AzumaRobin Nap

In-app purchases

None

Big Timer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Stage Timer

One-time4
  • Small Croissant$2.99
  • Two Croissants$4.99
  • Croissant & Jam$7.99
Show 1 more
  • Breakfast$14.99

Questions

Is Big Timer free?
Big Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stage Timer free?
Stage Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Big Timer or Stage Timer have ads?
Big Timer shows ads; Stage Timer does not.

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