Stopwatch + reading out loud vs Talking Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Talking Timer
This utility app provides a countdown and count-up timer that audibly announces the time. It's ideal for activities like workouts, meditation, or games where you need to stay focused without constant screen checking. Features include repeat modes and customizable themes.
- Countdown and count-up modes
- Audible time announcements
- Repeat counting for intervals
- Start and repeat delay options
- Customizable font size and color
- Dark and light themes
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Talking Timer is a simple yet powerful countdown and count-up timer that speaks the time aloud, helping you stay focused without constantly looking at your screen. Perfect for workouts, yoga, meditation, games, presentations, and daily routines, Talking Timer keeps you in sync by announcing each time interval clearly and audibly. How it works Set a countdown - for example, starting from 5 and Talking Timer will speak: “Five, Four, Three, Two, One.” You can also enable repeat mode to loop the counting automatically, making it ideal for interval-based activities. FEATURES - Countdown & Count-up modes - Repeat counting - Start delay & repeat delay - Mute option - Adjustable font size & color - Dark & Light themes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Talking Timer at daily against Stopwatch + reading out loud's every 23 months. Stopwatch + reading out loud's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Stopwatch + reading out loud against 5.0 for Talking Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch + reading out loud has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Stopwatch + reading out loud ships an update every 23 months, Talking Timer daily. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stopwatch + reading out loud | Talking Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (14 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 76.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | YUTAKA KENJO | Arun D |
In-app purchases
Stopwatch + reading out loud
No in-app purchases
Talking Timer
No in-app purchases
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