# Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch vs Stopwatch‰

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stopwatch‰ at none against Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch's 9. Stopwatch‰ also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Stopwatch‰ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch against 4.9 for Stopwatch‰. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41K and 32K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch's written reviews are positive against 87% of Stopwatch‰'s.

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch ships an update every 10 days, Stopwatch‰ every 6 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch | Stopwatch‰ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-countdown-and-stopwatch/id391564049/reviews) | **[4.9 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch/id505889167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **41K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | 66.5% of reviews | **86.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 207 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Minima Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/352283598) | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-countdown-and-stopwatch/id391564049)

Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various activities like cooking, workouts, and daily routines. Build complex interval timers with custom segments and receive voice announcements. Save and reuse timer templates for efficient time management.

**Highlights:** Multiple timers and stopwatches, Multi-step interval timers, Customizable timer segments, Voice announcements, Timer templates (HIIT, Pomodoro), Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Home Screen widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro | $29.99 | one-time |
| Timer+ Pro | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient for multiple timers
- 💡 Customizable alarm sounds
- 👍 Helpful for cooking and productivity
- 👍 Reliable and works as expected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with timers not updating correctly
- 🔋 Potential battery drain
- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔒 Inconsistent Apple Watch integration

**Reported bugs**

- Timers not always triggering notifications
- Issues with timer display when locked or in background
- Ads reappearing after purchasing pro version

**Requested features**

- Add ability to chain/sequence multiple timers
- Improve sorting and organization of timers
- Allow more customization options for timers
- Implement sync across devices
- Add a 'days' counter for long timers


### Stopwatch‰

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch/id505889167)

This utility app offers a straightforward stopwatch experience with a large, easy-to-read display and simple two-button operation. It's designed for users who need a no-fuss timer for quick and accurate timekeeping.

**Highlights:** Large display, Simple design, Two-button operation, Easy to use, Accurate timing

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and efficient
- 👍 Large, easy-to-read numbers
- 👍 Straightforward, no-frills design
- 👍 Reliable and accurate
- 👍 Useful for various timing needs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Small ad banner can be distracting
- 🔍 Ads placed too close to buttons

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional freezing or unresponsiveness
- Stopwatch resets or changes modes unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads
- Ability to time laps
- Display minutes, hours, and seconds only
- Customizable background or themes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch free?

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Stopwatch‰ free?

Stopwatch‰ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Stopwatch‰?

Stopwatch‰ is rated higher. Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch averages 4.8 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Stopwatch‰ averages 4.9 from 32K ratings.

### Do Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Stopwatch‰ have ads?

Both Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch and Stopwatch‰ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch or Stopwatch‰?

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch ships an update every 10 days, and Stopwatch‰ every 6 months. Most recently, Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stopwatch‰ on September 24, 2026.

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