Comparison

NowTime vs Chronix

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

Head to head
About

NowTime

Features
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Displays the current time and date. Used to synchronize many cameras, record instead of timecode in the roll head and synchronize when editing. Tap the screen to bring up the settings button. A green check mark will appear when the exact time is retrieved from the server. ver 1.1.1 ◯Increase the number of servers to synchronize to reduce synchronization time (due to the change from Kronos to Flutter_Kronos). ◯Changed the application icon. Banner ads now appear on the settings screen. Changed the settings button to appear with a single tap. ◯Added title history (up to 5 titles) If the time cannot be obtained, the time of the device's internal clock is displayed. If you turn "Settings" > "General" > "Date & Time" > "Auto Setup" off and on, the time will be reset.

About

Chronix

Features
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Elevate your chess experience with Chronix, specially crafted to bring precision timing and peace of mind to your games. Designed for both casual players and seasoned pros, this app redefines how you manage your chess matches. Key Features: - Peer-to-Peer Connectivity: Sync your ChessClock with opponents' devices for synchronized timing, ensuring fair and accurate gameplay. - Enhanced Security: Safeguard your valuable device by keeping it in a secure location while Chronix handles the timing for you. Say goodbye to leaving your expensive phone vulnerable on park benches or tables. - Intuitive Interface: Effortlessly control and adjust time settings using the app's user-friendly interface, designed for quick and easy operation. - Customizable Settings: Tailor the clock to your preferences with adjustable time increments, delay options, and more. - Time Control Templates: Choose from a variety of classic time controls, including Blitz, Rapid, USCF, FIDE, and more. - Vibrant Visuals: Experience clear and vibrant time displays that keep you informed at a glance, without disrupting your focus. Whether you're challenging friends in a park, a cafe, or at home, Chronix ensures your device's security and lets you focus on what truly matters - the game. Download now and rediscover chess with the confidence of knowing your device is safe and your timing is spot on. Your feedback is integral as we continue to enhance Chronix. Play smarter, play secure.

Screenshots

NowTime2 screens
Chronix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Chronix at none against NowTime's shown. NowTime's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
NowTime versus Chronix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNowTimeChronix
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyota KurataChess Moves LLC

In-app purchases

None

NowTime

No in-app purchases

None

Chronix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NowTime free?
NowTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chronix free?
Chronix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NowTime or Chronix have ads?
NowTime shows ads; Chronix does not.

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