# Stopwatch´ vs Smart Stopwatch and Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Stopwatch and Timer at 5.0 against Stopwatch´'s 4.6. Smart Stopwatch and Timer also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). Stopwatch´'s advantage is ratings volume (317 vs 2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stopwatch´ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Stopwatch and Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Stopwatch and Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch´ has 317 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, Smart Stopwatch and Timer every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stopwatch´ | Smart Stopwatch and Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (317 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch/id384131073/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-stopwatch-and-timer/id1134960596/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **317** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 76 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The App Tower Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/552974553) | [NETIGEN Kluzowicz sp. j.](https://appshunter.io/developer/892331873) |

## What reviewers say

### Stopwatch´

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch/id384131073)

This application provides a straightforward and accurate stopwatch functionality. It is designed for precise timekeeping with a clean interface.

**Highlights:** Precise stopwatch, Simple interface, Accurate timekeeping

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad Removal | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Excellent stopwatch app
- ⌚ Realistic and stylish watch faces
- 📏 Accurate timing
- 🤾‍♂️ Great for sports and training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Intrusive and frequent ads
- 🔍 Small watch face on larger screens
- 🔄 Resets timer when app is closed
- 🕰️ Unaligned hands on watch face

**Reported bugs**

- Ads covering the stopwatch display
- Timer jumping ahead unexpectedly
- Screen flickering/damage after prolonged use

**Requested features**

- Add lap/split time functionality
- Offer ad-free paid version
- Implement landscape mode support
- Add countdown timer feature


### Smart Stopwatch and Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-stopwatch-and-timer/id1134960596)

This free utility app offers both a stopwatch and a countdown timer. It's designed for various activities like sports, cooking, and games, with features like lap recording and customizable alarms. The app runs in the background and supports multiple screens.

**Highlights:** Stopwatch mode, Countdown timer mode, Lap recording, Customizable alarms, Background operation, Timer presets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| AdFree | $0.99 | one-time |
| Forever one-time payment | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stopwatch´ free?

Stopwatch´ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart Stopwatch and Timer free?

Smart Stopwatch and Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stopwatch´ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer?

Smart Stopwatch and Timer is rated higher. Stopwatch´ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 317 ratings, while Smart Stopwatch and Timer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Stopwatch´ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer have ads?

Both Stopwatch´ and Smart Stopwatch and Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stopwatch´ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer?

Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, and Smart Stopwatch and Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Stopwatch´ was updated on October 22, 2026 and Smart Stopwatch and Timer on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*