Comparison

Stopwatch´ vs WalkByReading

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

WalkByReading

Features
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For mobile reading LoRa meter

Screenshots

Stopwatch´4 screens
WalkByReading2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WalkByReading at none against Stopwatch´'s 1. WalkByReading also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, WalkByReading every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Stopwatch´ versus WalkByReading: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopwatch´WalkByReading
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, iPod
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe App Tower Inc.Chongqing ADDUNION Information Technology Co.,LTD

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

WalkByReading

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stopwatch´

One-time1
  • Ad Removal$4.99
None

WalkByReading

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stopwatch´ free?
Stopwatch´ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WalkByReading free?
WalkByReading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stopwatch´ or WalkByReading have ads?
Stopwatch´ shows ads; WalkByReading does not.
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch´ or WalkByReading?
Stopwatch´ ships an update monthly, and WalkByReading every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stopwatch´ was updated on October 12, 2026 and WalkByReading on October 2, 2026.

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