Chronometer and Countdown vs It's About Time!
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Chronometer and Countdown
This utility app transforms your device into a precise stopwatch and countdown timer. It's ideal for timing sporting events, athletic training, or any situation requiring accurate time measurement. The app allows simultaneous operation of both stopwatch and countdown functions.
- Simultaneous stopwatch and countdown
- Chronometer functionality
- Interruption and resumption of stopwatch
- Lap timing for sequential events
- Manually adjustable countdown via numeric keypad
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“Chronometer and Countdown” turns your iPhone / iTouch into a stopwatch and/or countdown timer. Useful in sporting competitions or during athletic training to measure athletic performance, in motor racing and wherever it is necessary to use a stopwatch and/or countdown. Features: - The stopwatch and the countdown can be executed together - Chronometer - Interruption and resumption of the stopwatch counting - "Lap" for measuring the arrival of two subsequent events - Countdown time adjustable manually (using the numeric keypad of the device)
It's About Time!
A minimalist clock app designed for clarity and calm. It offers a distraction-free display perfect for sleep or adding a modern aesthetic to any room. Customize colors, fonts, and display options for a personalized experience.
- Minimalist, distraction-free display
- Customizable colors and fonts
- Large, clear time visibility
- Gesture-based controls
- Supports multiple Apple devices
- Optional hourly screen saver
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It’s About Time. A beautifully simple clock designed for one purpose: to show time clearly, calmly, and without distraction. Whether you’re winding down for sleep or adding a modern touch to your space, It’s About Time delivers a clean, elegant experience across all your Apple devices. Sleep Better. Live Calmer. • Soft, minimal display designed for deep, uninterrupted sleep • No clutter. No noise. Just time, exactly when you need it • Gentle presence that won’t overwhelm your space A Clock You’ll Want to Display • Turn any room into a modern designer space • Perfect for bedside, desk, kitchen, or office • Large, beautiful time display visible from anywhere Customize Your Experience • Show current day and date • Optional hourly subtle screen saver • Toggle clean settings toolbar • Nearly unlimited color personalization • Multiple font styles to match your aesthetic Simple. Intuitive. Effortless. Gestures make everything easy: • Drag left/right to adjust brightness • Swipe up to open settings • Quick access to lowest and highest brightness Built for the Apple Ecosystem Available on: iPhone • iPad • Mac • Apple TV • Apple Watch • Vision Pro Supports 46 languages worldwide Thank You Your feedback continues to shape It’s About Time. We truly appreciate it. Have suggestions or ideas? support@eddystreetproductions.com Privacy Policy: https://www.eddystreetproductions.com/itsabouttime/privacypolicy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: It's About Time! at 4.3 against Chronometer and Countdown's 1.0. It's About Time! also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 56 months) and ratings volume (26 vs 1). Chronometer and Countdown's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ads and iOS requirement 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
Chronometer and Countdown costs $0.99 and It's About Time! $2.99 up front. It's About Time! sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Chronometer and Countdown asks for nothing beyond the download.
It's About Time! holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: It's About Time! has 26 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Chronometer and Countdown ships an update every 56 months, It's About Time! weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Chronometer and Countdown | It's About Time! |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.3 (26 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 72.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 26 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 56 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gianluca Natalini | Eddy Street Productions, LLC |
Customer experience
Chronometer and Countdown
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In-app purchases
Chronometer and Countdown
No in-app purchases
It's About Time!
- Tiny Monthly Subscription$0.491 Month
- Medium Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
- Large Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
- Remove Advertising$0.99
- Medium Tip$1.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Larger Tip$7.99
- Extra Large Tip$10.99
- Silver Level Tip$49.99
- Don't Ever Send Us This Tip!$999.99
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