# Repeat Timer vs Stopwatch & Countdown Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Repeat Timer at 64% against Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's 26%. Repeat Timer also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Repeat Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 7.4K ratings behind it against 600, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 26% of Stopwatch & Countdown Timer's.

Repeat Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Stopwatch & Countdown Timer every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Stopwatch & Countdown Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967/reviews)** | [4.3 (600 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown-timer/id6447750488/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 600 |
| Positive reviews | **64.1% of reviews** | 25.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 106 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Appenvision Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517746904) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967)

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable repeating timers, Optional interval timer cycles, Background operation with notifications, Multiple alert sounds, Visual and audio alerts, Precise duration setting

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| RT Pro customers' upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Stopwatch & Countdown Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown-timer/id6447750488)

This app offers a versatile timer solution for various activities, including studying, cooking, and fitness. It features a stopwatch, countdown timer, and HIIT timer with customizable parameters and sound notifications. Organize your daily tasks and improve focus with its user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Countdown timer, Stopwatch, HIIT timer, Customizable parameters, Sound notifications, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced Timer Tools | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Personalized Timer Settings | $16.99 | per month |
| Enhanced Timer Options | $39.99 | per year |
| Enhanced Timer Options | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⏱️ Simple and functional timer/stopwatch
- 👍 Clean and intuitive UI design
- 🎯 Useful for workouts and training intervals
- 💾 Ability to save and recall workout routines
- 🔄 Works reliably once accessed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Extremely expensive subscription ($8.99-$17/week)
- 🚫 Aggressive paywall blocks app access immediately
- ❌ No true free version available
- 🔐 Requires payment information before free trial
- ⚠️ Confusing subscription options and labeling

**Reported bugs**

- Stopwatch stops when app is backgrounded
- App freezes on ad screens that don't fully load
- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Pop-up ads block app usage
- Unauthorized charges continuing after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Alarm functionality
- Lock screen timer display
- Background timer operation without keeping app open
- Better subscription cancellation options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

Repeat Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Stopwatch & Countdown Timer free?

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

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

Repeat Timer is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Stopwatch & Countdown Timer averages 4.3 from 600 ratings.

### Do Repeat Timer or Stopwatch & Countdown Timer have ads?

Stopwatch & Countdown Timer shows ads; Repeat Timer does not.

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

Repeat Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer every 8 months. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on October 9, 2026 and Stopwatch & Countdown Timer on October 5, 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.*