Comparison

Stopwatch´ vs Dial Timer

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

Head to head
About

Stopwatch´

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
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A simple, precise stopwatch.

About

Dial Timer

Features
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A dial timer. To set the timer, rotate the dial with your finger to the desired time. When you release your finger the timer will begin counting down to zero. The timer max duration can be set from 60 seconds to 16 hours. The on/off button will start and stop the timer. Dial Timer will send a notification if your device is in sleep mode.

Screenshots

Stopwatch´4 screens
Dial Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dial Timer at none against Stopwatch´'s 1. Dial Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stopwatch´ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Dial Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, Dial Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stopwatch´ versus Dial Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopwatch´Dial Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (305 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings305 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe App Tower Inc.John Millhouse

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

Dial Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stopwatch´

One-time1
  • Ad Removal$4.99
None

Dial Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stopwatch´ free?
Stopwatch´ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dial Timer free?
Dial Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stopwatch´ or Dial Timer have ads?
Stopwatch´ shows ads; Dial Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch´ or Dial Timer?
Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, and Dial Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stopwatch´ was updated on October 12, 2026 and Dial Timer on October 5, 2026.

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