Stopwatch´ vs Speaking Stopwatch
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stopwatch´
This application provides a straightforward and accurate stopwatch functionality. It is designed for precise timekeeping with a clean interface.
- Precise stopwatch
- Simple interface
- Accurate timekeeping
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A simple, precise stopwatch.
Speaking Stopwatch
This utility app functions as a stopwatch that announces elapsed time at set intervals. Users can configure it to speak every 5, 10 seconds, or other custom durations. It's designed for hands-free time tracking.
- Voice announcements of elapsed time
- Configurable speaking intervals (5s, 10s, etc.)
- Simple stopwatch functionality
- Hands-free operation
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Simply Stopwatch and it will speak every 5 seconds, 10 seconds, etc.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Stopwatch´ at 4.6 against Speaking Stopwatch's 2.5. Stopwatch´ also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 16 months) and review sentiment (70% vs 50%). Speaking Stopwatch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Stopwatch´ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Speaking Stopwatch asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stopwatch´ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch´ has 305 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Stopwatch´'s written reviews are positive against 50% of Speaking Stopwatch's.
Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, Speaking Stopwatch every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stopwatch´ | Speaking Stopwatch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (305 ratings) — better | 2.5 (10 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 305 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 16 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The App Tower Inc. | Tony Peng |
Customer experience
Stopwatch´
Speaking Stopwatch
Bugs and requests
Stopwatch´
Reported bugs
3 issues- Ads covering the stopwatch display
- Timer jumping ahead unexpectedly
- Screen flickering/damage after prolonged use
Requested features
4 requests- Add lap/split time functionality
- Offer ad-free paid version
- Implement landscape mode support
- Add countdown timer feature
Speaking Stopwatch
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stopwatch´
- Ad Removal$4.99
Speaking Stopwatch
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Stopwatch´ free?
Is Speaking Stopwatch free?
Which has better reviews, Stopwatch´ or Speaking Stopwatch?
Do Stopwatch´ or Speaking Stopwatch have ads?
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch´ or Speaking Stopwatch?
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