Stopwatch‰ vs +Compass+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stopwatch‰
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.
- Large display
- Simple design
- Two-button operation
- Easy to use
- Accurate timing
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This stopwatch has a perfectly simple design. With a large display and only two big buttons, users can easily operate it. Download now and enjoy the simplicity of this stopwatch. Check out other great apps from Tim O’s Studios
+Compass+
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Compass that shows magnetic north as well as true north and GPS location
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: +Compass+ at monthly against Stopwatch‰'s every 6 months. +Compass+ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Stopwatch‰ ships an update every 6 months, +Compass+ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stopwatch‰ | +Compass+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (32K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tim O's Studios, LLC | Michael Todd |
Bugs and requests
Stopwatch‰
Reported bugs
2 issues- Occasional freezing or unresponsiveness
- Stopwatch resets or changes modes unexpectedly
Requested features
4 requests- Option to remove ads
- Ability to time laps
- Display minutes, hours, and seconds only
- Customizable background or themes
+Compass+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stopwatch‰
No in-app purchases
+Compass+
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Stopwatch‰ free?
Is +Compass+ free?
Do Stopwatch‰ or +Compass+ have ads?
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch‰ or +Compass+?
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