Comparison

Big Stopwatch™ vs Multicolor Stopwatch

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

Head to head
About

Big Stopwatch™

This utility app offers a precise stopwatch with both digital and analog displays, accurate to 1/100 of a second. It supports unlimited lap recording and allows you to easily copy lap times to your clipboard. The app features an elegant metallic design for a refined user experience.

Highlights
  • Analog stopwatch interface
  • Digital display to 1/100 sec
  • Unlimited lap recording
  • Copy lap records to clipboard
  • Elegant metallic design
Features
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An elegant stopwatch which includes both digital and analog display. It's accurate to 1/100 of a second, supports lap mode and you can copy lap records to the clipboard. Features: ∙ Classic analog stopwatch interface ∙ Digital display accurate to 1/100 ∙ Record unlimited number of laps ∙ Copy lap records to the clipboard ∙ Elegant metallic design Also check out iMetalBox:7 in 1, which including this and 6 more professional tools for your iPhone!

About

Multicolor Stopwatch

This intuitive stopwatch app offers high-precision time measurement with lap and split time tracking. Customize your experience with multiple color themes, adjustable font sizes, and the ability to run up to ten stopwatches simultaneously, even when the app is closed.

Highlights
  • High-precision 1/1000 second measurement
  • Lap and split time tracking
  • Up to 10 simultaneous stopwatches
  • Background measurement support
  • Customizable color themes and dark mode
  • Adjustable font size
Features
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This is a stopwatch app that is simple to use, but has a wide range of functions. Ideal for time measurement in competitions, training, experiments, and small daily measurements. It is intuitive and designed so that anyone can use it immediately. This app has the following features, making measurement work even more efficient. [Main functions] 1. Simple stopwatch This app is a simple and easy-to-use stopwatch app. The buttons to start and stop measurement are large and easy to operate. You can measure time immediately without having to learn special operations. 2. Lap time and split time measurement You can measure lap times and split times, and record times for multiple sections. Lap times are measured for each lap, and split times can be checked for each specific section, making it ideal for marathons and training. 3. High-precision measurement (1/1000 second units) The time measurement accuracy is measured in 1/1000 second units, so it can also handle the high-precision measurements required for sports and experiments. You can use it with confidence even when measuring minute differences. 4. Supports a wide variety of color themes and dark mode You can choose from 7 color themes that allow visual customization, and a dark mode that is easy on the eyes. By setting your favorite color scheme, you can measure time more comfortably. With your own interface, you will not get tired even if you use it for a long time. 5. Adjustable font size You can freely adjust the font size of the measurement. Since you can make fine adjustments, you can display it at the optimal size according to your preference. 6. Up to 10 stopwatches can be used simultaneously You can create up to 10 stopwatches in the app and measure them simultaneously. It is useful in various scenes such as tracking multiple activities at the same time, and team competitions and practice. 7. Measurement continues even if the app is closed After starting the stopwatch, the measurement will not be interrupted even if you close the app or restart your smartphone. This allows you to accurately keep track of important times without being interrupted. [Usage scenarios] 1. Running / marathon Manage your running pace while recording lap times. You can accurately grasp your own time. 2. Sports training You can use multiple stopwatches at the same time to measure the progress of your training. 3. Scientific experiments and measurements Supports accurate time measurement in experiments that require high-precision measurements. 4. Daily time management Convenient for daily use to measure cooking time and task progress. [Summary] A stopwatch app that combines simplicity and high functionality. It is packed with many features, including highly accurate 1/1000 second measurements, simultaneous use of multiple stopwatches, background measurements, and customizable designs. Experience comfortable time measurement with this app that is perfect for sports, experiments, and everyday time measurement. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Big Stopwatch™2 screens
Multicolor Stopwatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Multicolor Stopwatch at 5.0 against Big Stopwatch™'s 4.5. Multicolor Stopwatch also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). Big Stopwatch™'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Multicolor Stopwatch sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Big Stopwatch™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Multicolor Stopwatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Big Stopwatch™ has 109 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Big Stopwatch™ ships an update every 5 weeks, Multicolor Stopwatch every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Big Stopwatch™ versus Multicolor Stopwatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBig Stopwatch™Multicolor Stopwatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (109 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings109 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTue Nguyen MinhMOSHIMORE

Customer experience

Big Stopwatch™

All ratings108 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral55.6%
Negative0.0%

Multicolor Stopwatch

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Big Stopwatch™

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Multicolor Stopwatch

Subscriptions6
  • Basic Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Standard Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
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  • Basic Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
  • Standard Yearly Subscription$14.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Big Stopwatch™ free?
Big Stopwatch™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Multicolor Stopwatch free?
Multicolor Stopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Big Stopwatch™ or Multicolor Stopwatch?
Multicolor Stopwatch is rated higher. Big Stopwatch™ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while Multicolor Stopwatch averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Big Stopwatch™ or Multicolor Stopwatch have ads?
Multicolor Stopwatch shows ads; Big Stopwatch™ does not.
Which is updated more often, Big Stopwatch™ or Multicolor Stopwatch?
Big Stopwatch™ ships an update every 5 weeks, and Multicolor Stopwatch every 5 days. Most recently, Big Stopwatch™ was updated on October 22, 2026 and Multicolor Stopwatch on October 18, 2026.

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