# Stopwatch‰ vs MultiTimer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stopwatch‰ at none against MultiTimer's 1. Stopwatch‰ also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 76). MultiTimer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Stopwatch‰ against 4.8 for MultiTimer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch‰ has 32K ratings behind it against 76, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Stopwatch‰'s written reviews are positive against 82% of MultiTimer's.

Stopwatch‰ ships an update every 6 months, MultiTimer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stopwatch‰ | MultiTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch/id505889167/reviews)** | [4.8 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-stopwatch-plus-timer/id1435226668/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 76 |
| Positive reviews | **86.6% of reviews** | 82.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) | [DigitAlchemy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/376971628) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### MultiTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multitimer-stopwatch-plus-timer/id1435226668)

This app provides both a timer and a stopwatch with a classic design. It allows for unlimited timers, a lap feature for the stopwatch, and clear displays for easy tracking of any activity. The interface is designed for simple operation with large numbers and audible alerts.

**Highlights:** Unlimited timers, Lap feature for stopwatch, Audible alerts, Flashing display, Progress bar, Large, clear display

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer & Stopwatch - Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stopwatch‰ free?

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

### Is MultiTimer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stopwatch‰ or MultiTimer?

Stopwatch‰ is rated higher. Stopwatch‰ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while MultiTimer averages 4.8 from 76 ratings.

### Do Stopwatch‰ or MultiTimer have ads?

Both Stopwatch‰ and MultiTimer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stopwatch‰ or MultiTimer?

Stopwatch‰ ships an update every 6 months, and MultiTimer every 2 months. Most recently, Stopwatch‰ was updated on September 24, 2026 and MultiTimer on September 23, 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.*