# TalkingTimer™ vs Smart Stopwatch and Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Stopwatch and Timer at 5.0 against TalkingTimer™'s 4.0. TalkingTimer™'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Stopwatch and Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. TalkingTimer™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart Stopwatch and Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TalkingTimer™ has 21 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TalkingTimer™ ships an update every 2 weeks, Smart Stopwatch and Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TalkingTimer™ | Smart Stopwatch and Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtimer/id619620279/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-stopwatch-and-timer/id1134960596/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 31.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tama Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/438172963) | [NETIGEN Kluzowicz sp. j.](https://appshunter.io/developer/892331873) |

## What reviewers say

### TalkingTimer™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtimer/id619620279)

A voice-activated countdown timer that verbally announces remaining time, eliminating the need to check your device. Save custom timer settings, personalize the look, and utilize features like location logging and flashlight notifications.

**Highlights:** Voice-activated time setting, Verbal remaining time announcements, Save custom timer presets, Run up to 3 timers simultaneously, Customizable skins and button designs, Flashlight and ringtone notifications, Location logger and distance filter

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart Stopwatch and Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-stopwatch-and-timer/id1134960596)

This free utility app offers both a stopwatch and a countdown timer. It's designed for various activities like sports, cooking, and games, with features like lap recording and customizable alarms. The app runs in the background and supports multiple screens.

**Highlights:** Stopwatch mode, Countdown timer mode, Lap recording, Customizable alarms, Background operation, Timer presets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| AdFree | $0.99 | one-time |
| Forever one-time payment | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TalkingTimer™ free?

TalkingTimer™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart Stopwatch and Timer free?

Smart Stopwatch and Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TalkingTimer™ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer?

Smart Stopwatch and Timer is rated higher. TalkingTimer™ averages 4.0 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Smart Stopwatch and Timer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do TalkingTimer™ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer have ads?

Smart Stopwatch and Timer shows ads; TalkingTimer™ does not.

### Which is updated more often, TalkingTimer™ or Smart Stopwatch and Timer?

TalkingTimer™ ships an update every 2 weeks, and Smart Stopwatch and Timer every 3 months. Most recently, TalkingTimer™ was updated on July 5, 2026 and Smart Stopwatch and Timer on September 18, 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.*