HollyAudio vs Storm Chess Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HollyAudio
This app enhances the functionality of Lark wireless microphones by enabling firmware upgrades and microphone parameter configuration. It aims to optimize the user experience for these specific devices.
- Firmware upgrades
- Microphone parameter configuration
- Optimized user experience
- Device management
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Developed exclusively for Lark wireless microphones by Hollyland Technology, LarkSound is a perfect app to achieve multiple functions, such as device firmware upgrade and microphone parameter configuration, optimizing the user experience.
Storm Chess Timer
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Revolutionise your chess experience with Storm Chess Timer! Perfect for casual and seasoned players alike, our app serves as both a traditional chess clock and introduces the exclusive Storm Mode. In this mode, gain extra time during the pivotal endgame moments. The game's tempo shifts when Calm the Storm activates, offering an exhilarating twist and creating entirely new gameplay dynamics. Challenge your friends and embrace the storm!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: HollyAudio at Free against Storm Chess Timer's $2.99. HollyAudio also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases 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
HollyAudio is free to download; Storm Chess Timer costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HollyAudio ships an update every 3 weeks, Storm Chess Timer every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HollyAudio | Storm Chess Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 2.3 (107 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 107 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 182 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 深圳市昊一源科技有限公司 | Ivo Gutu |
Bugs and requests
HollyAudio
Reported bugs
12 issues- App does not detect receiver when plugged in via USB-C
- Bluetooth pairing fails repeatedly across devices
- App disconnects when user navigates to other applications
- Receiver not recognized on iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models
- Firmware update loop causing app freeze
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- Help button non-functional
- App fails to recognize devices after iOS updates
- Pairing instructions cause device to power cycle instead of pair
- App not registering Local Network Access permission on iOS
- Playback functionality disabled when receiver is connected
- Inconsistent connection across multiple device types
- App crashes during initial setup and connection attempts
Requested features
10 requests- Volume slider instead of preset levels (high/medium/low)
- Individual volume control for each microphone
- Keep app running in background without disconnecting
- Auto mono/stereo switching based on microphone count
- Mac/desktop application support
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- Wireless shotgun microphone option
- Better contextual guidance during setup
- Accessible help system that actually functions
- Live audio playback through speaker
- Troubleshooting prompts and diagnostic tools
Storm Chess Timer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
HollyAudio
No in-app purchases
Storm Chess Timer
No in-app purchases
Questions
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