Comparison

Polo Times vs Chukka Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Polo Times

Access the world's leading polo magazine on your tablet. Get news, interviews, and features on horsemanship, pony welfare, and the social scene. Offers digital editions and subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Digital magazine editions
  • In-depth interviews
  • Action photographs
  • Pony welfare coverage
  • Grass-roots game emphasis
  • Insider exclusives
Features
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The world’s leading polo magazine has just got even better. Downloading the Polo Times app allows you to buy a digital edition of the magazine for your tablet device. Polo Times, established in 1995, has built up a deserved reputation as the vibrant, informative, must-read magazine of the UK polo world and beyond. Completely independent of national or international polo associations, the magazine is the trusted source of news, comment and information for players, their families and fans from grassroots to elite. As the only polo magazine in Europe to publish 10 times a year, Polo Times is first with the sport's top stories and the natural home of insider exclusives. In Polo Times you'll find eye-catching action photographs, in-depth interviews and fascinating features. We're especially proud, too, to be the only polo publication to put as much regular emphasis on horsemanship, pony welfare and the grass-roots level of the game as we do on top-flight action and the social scene. Current magazine subscribers: All in-app content is free for current printed magazine subscribers. If you don’t know your username and password, email sarah@polotimes.co.uk Single issues are available to purchase at £8.99 and you can take out an annual subscription at £59.99 a year. Subscription-related details: - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period View our Privacy Policy at https://apazine.com/privacy View our Terms and Conditions at https://apazine.com/terms

About

Chukka Timer

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ChukkaTimer is the essential polo timing app — whether you're umpiring a club match or just keeping track for your team. **SIMPLE TIMER** Start a 7-minute chukka timer with one tap. Configurable chukka length and extra time. Audible bells at the 30-second warning and end of chukka — just like on the field. **FULL GAME MODE** Set up a complete match with team names, colours, handicaps, and score tracking. ChukkaTimer handles the handicap calculation automatically, so you can focus on the game. Track scores chukka by chukka with full history. **LIVE GAME SHARING — NEW** Share your match with anyone. Tap the share button to get a link and QR code. Spectators open the link in any browser and see live scores, a real-time countdown timer, team colours, chukka progress, and handicap details — no app required. Perfect for friends and family who want to follow along. **LIVE ACTIVITIES** Keep the timer visible on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island while you're on the field. Glance down and see exactly how much time is left without unlocking your phone. **KEY FEATURES** - Standard 7-minute chukka timer with 30-second warning bell - Configurable chukka length (1–15 minutes) and extra time (0–60 seconds) - Full game management with multiple chukkas - Team colours, names, and handicap tracking - Automatic HPA handicap goal calculation - Live score tracking with handicap adjustments - Share live game status via link or QR code - Real-time spectator website — no app needed for viewers - Lock Screen and Dynamic Island Live Activities - Choice of bell sounds - Works offline — no account required Built for polo players, umpires, and fans.

Screenshots

Polo Times4 screens
Chukka Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chukka Timer at none against Polo Times's 20. Chukka Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months). Polo Times's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price 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. Polo Times sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $79.99 per year. Chukka Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Polo Times ships an update every 6 months, Chukka Timer every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Polo Times versus Chukka Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolo TimesChukka Timer
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Polo Magazine LtdMarcus Williams

In-app purchases

20 purchases

Polo Times

Subscriptions1
  • Polo Times Magazine$79.991 Year
One-time19
  • Polo Times magazine June 2013$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine July 2013$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine August 2013$9.99
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  • Polo Times magazine October 2013$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine April 2014$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine July 2014$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine September 2014$9.99
  • Polo Times magazine November/December 2014$9.99
  • Polo Times June 2016$9.99
  • Polo Times Dec 23/Jan 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Mar 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times May 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Apr 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Jun 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Jul 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Sep 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Aug 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Nov 2024$9.99
  • Polo Times Oct 2024$9.99
None

Chukka Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Polo Times free?
Polo Times is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chukka Timer free?
Chukka Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Polo Times or Chukka Timer have ads?
Polo Times shows ads; Chukka Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Polo Times or Chukka Timer?
Polo Times ships an update every 6 months, and Chukka Timer every 4 weeks. Most recently, Polo Times was updated on October 6, 2026 and Chukka Timer on October 28, 2026.

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