Comparison

Stopwatch + reading out loud vs Stopwatch°

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

Head to head
About

Stopwatch + reading out loud

This utility app offers a versatile stopwatch with lap timing, split measurements, and the ability to create multiple simultaneous stopwatches. It features an audible readout function for measured times and automatic data saving with calendar and chart views for progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Multiple simultaneous stopwatches
  • Lap and split time measurement
  • Audible readout of measured times
  • Automatic data saving with calendar/chart views
  • Screen orientation lock
  • Countdown timer before start
  • Customizable button sounds and vibrations
Features
Read full description

This is a simple and easy-to-use stopwatch application. It can measure lap times and splits, making it suitable for sports applications. You can check the fastest lap, average lap, etc. without switching screens. Of course, it can also be used for various other purposes, such as measuring time for study or work. The unit of seconds can be switched between 1 and 1/100. Multiple stopwatches can be created. It is possible to measure with several stopwatches at the same time. An unlimited number of stopwatches can be created. There is a button to turn the screen horizontally, and when used, the elapsed time can be checked in large numbers. There is a readout function that allows you to hear the measured time audibly when you press the lap button or when you pause the watch. It also has a function that automatically reads out the time at each specified cycle. The cycle can be specified freely, such as 10 seconds or 1 minute. This makes it convenient to know the elapsed time without having to look at the screen. The panel that operates the readout function can also be displayed on the stopwatch screen. The system automatically saves the measured data, which can be viewed on two types of screens: a calendar and a chart. There is an individual detailed data screen and a chart screen where you can check monthly totals. These functions allow you to check activity records and recognize progress and changes. A lock function is provided to prevent accidental operation when the device is placed in a pocket. There is a function to count down before starting. Three types of sounds can be selected when the buttons are operated. The sound can also be turned off. You can turn on/off the vibration when you operate the buttons. The screen is set to not sleep while the application is in use, but this can be changed as well.

About

Stopwatch°

This app provides precise timekeeping with multiple stopwatches for simultaneous activity tracking. It offers a distraction-free full-screen mode and allows data export for analysis. Enjoy a reliable, ad-free, and subscription-free timing experience.

Highlights
  • Multiple stopwatches
  • Simultaneous activity timing
  • Full-screen mode
  • Intuitive interface
  • CSV data export
  • Ad-free experience
Read full description

Stopwatch helps you time activities and record laps on iPhone and iPad. Use a single stopwatch or run several at once for sports, cooking, training, experiments, and everyday tasks. • Time multiple activities Run stopwatches independently or start and stop them together. • Keep your timers organized Name your stopwatches and group them into folders for different activities. • Record and compare laps Give laps descriptive names, review split and total times, and compare your fastest, slowest, and average laps. • Choose your view Switch between digital and analog displays, or use fullscreen mode for a larger clock. • Export your results Save stopwatch and lap data as CSV files to review in a spreadsheet or share with others. • Adjust the display Choose your preferred time precision and customize stopwatch controls to suit how you use the app. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stopwatchapp.carrd.co/#privacy

Screenshots

Stopwatch + reading out loud4 screens
Stopwatch°4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Stopwatch° at every 2 weeks against Stopwatch + reading out loud's every 23 months. Stopwatch° also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 77%) and ratings volume (325 vs 14). Stopwatch + reading out loud's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Stopwatch + reading out loud against 4.8 for Stopwatch°. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch° has 325 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Stopwatch + reading out loud's written reviews are positive against 98% of Stopwatch°'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stopwatch + reading out loud ships an update every 23 months, Stopwatch° every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stopwatch + reading out loud versus Stopwatch°: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopwatch + reading out loudStopwatch°
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (14 ratings) — better4.8 (325 ratings)
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews98.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14325 — better
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUTAKA KENJOKai Oelfke

Customer experience

Stopwatch + reading out loud

All ratings14 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative15.4%

Stopwatch°

All ratings314 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews160 reviews
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.9%

Bugs and requests

Stopwatch + reading out loud

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Stopwatch°

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • CSV export not working (produces empty email)

Requested features

14 requests
  • Periodically ask for rating after extended use
  • Add feature to sum time lapsed in folders
  • Add feature to show start and end time for each lap
  • Move reset or delete all buttons to less accessible locations
  • Make buttons larger for easier use while biking
Show 9 more
  • Make it float on the Lock Screen
  • Add dark mode option
  • Add option for different font colors for fastest/slowest laps in export
  • Add option to delete single laps by swiping left
  • Make delete confirmation optional
  • Full screen option
  • Make available for Apple Watch
  • Visibly running current lap time on Apple Watch
  • Rename folders

In-app purchases

None

Stopwatch + reading out loud

No in-app purchases

None

Stopwatch°

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stopwatch + reading out loud free?
Stopwatch + reading out loud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stopwatch° free?
Stopwatch° is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Stopwatch + reading out loud or Stopwatch°?
Stopwatch + reading out loud is rated higher. Stopwatch + reading out loud averages 4.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Stopwatch° averages 4.8 from 325 ratings.
Do Stopwatch + reading out loud or Stopwatch° have ads?
Neither Stopwatch + reading out loud nor Stopwatch° shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch + reading out loud or Stopwatch°?
Stopwatch + reading out loud ships an update every 23 months, and Stopwatch° every 2 weeks. Most recently, Stopwatch + reading out loud was updated on November 7, 2026 and Stopwatch° on November 7, 2026.

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