RefMetrix vs Penalty Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RefMetrix
This app provides referees, assignors, and observers with a platform to track game statistics and performance data. It offers instant feedback and detailed insights to enhance individual and crew development, helping referees progress faster.
- Interactive Court & Prompts
- Game Log & Play-by-Play Tracking
- Individual & Crew Specialized Stats
- Stat Sharing for Assignors/Observers
- Comprehensive Stat History (Career, Season, Past Games)
- Detailed Game Profiles
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With each new game, a referee is always striving to get better. There is now an answer for referees, assignors & observers to track developmental plays and stats on the go that produces data and enhances performance. Built by a professional referee and taking insights from referees at all levels, RefMetrix is the world’s first state of the art interactive training and development platform where referees can receive instant and accurate performance feedback. Referees will receive specialized individual & crew RefMetrix Stats following each game. Having consistent access to this type of data provides referees the ability to progress faster and focus on their development. RefMetrix also provides assignors and observers the ability to enhance the overall performance of their staff by utilizing RefMetrix Stat sharing. Features: -Interactive Court -Interactive Prompts -Game Log -Interactive Play-By- Play -Individual Specialized RefMetrix Stats -Crew Specialized RefMetrix Stats -RefMetrix Stat Sharing -Stat History: Past 3 Games -Stat History: Current Season -Stat History: Career -Detailed Game Profile -Personal Game Invites Private Policy: https://refmetrix.com/privacy-policy-2/ Disclaimer: https://refmetrix.com/disclaimer/ Terms & Conditions: https://refmetrix.com/terms-and-condition/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Penalty Timer
This app provides precise penalty timing for roller derby officials and coaches. It features WFTDA rule compliance, offline functionality, and customizable settings for various game scenarios. Designed by derby enthusiasts, it ensures reliable timing without internet or ads.
- WFTDA rule-compliant penalty codes
- Offline functionality
- One-tap timer management
- Customizable team colors
- Flexible timer configurations
- 10-second warning alerts
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The Most Reliable Penalty Timer for Roller Derby Officials Finally, a penalty timer built specifically for roller derby that actually works when you need it most. Whether you're a referee managing a chaotic jam or a coach running practice with limited staff, PenaltyTimer delivers precision timing with built-in WFTDA knowledge. - WFTDA COMPLIANT & RULE-SMART All penalty codes built-in (BC, FE, HB, LB, MP, IC, II, IP) Automatic 30-second durations with double-penalty support Handles tricky jammer situations according to official rules 10-second warning alerts - never miss telling skaters to stand - BUILT FOR REAL DERBY CONDITIONS Works 100% offline - no wifi crashes during crucial moments Lightning-fast tap-edit for quick time adjustments Stop ALL timers simultaneously between jams with one tap Customizable team colors to match any bout setup - FLEXIBLE FOR ANY SITUATION Two Blockers: Perfect for scrimmage or short-staffed practice Two Jammers: Ideal for jammer-focused drills Four Blockers: Standard penalty box management Full Penalty Box: Complete 6-skater capacity for regulation bouts - DESIGNED BY DERBY PEOPLE, FOR DERBY PEOPLE Unlike generic stopwatch apps that fail under pressure, PenaltyTimer was designed specifically for the unique needs of roller derby officials. Every feature solves a real problem we've all experienced. - KEY FEATURES: Reliable timing that won't crash mid-jam Visual and vibration warnings at 10 seconds One-touch penalty serving and timer management Team color customization for easy identification Penalty history tracking for post-bout analysis No accounts, no ads, no internet required - PERFECT FOR: WFTDA/MRDA certified referees Coaches running practice sessions League training officials NSOs managing penalty tracking Anyone tired of unreliable timing apps - ZERO HASSLE SETUP Download, open, and start timing penalties immediately. No registration, no cloud sync, no complicated setup. Just reliable derby timing when you need it. - BATTLE-TESTED RELIABILITY Built to handle the intensity of roller derby. No more app crashes during power jams, no more lost penalty times, no more fumbling with complex interfaces while trying to manage the box. Stop fighting with inadequate timing tools. Get the penalty timer that understands roller derby as well as you do. Perfect for WFTDA, MRDA, JRDA, and recreational leagues worldwide.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RefMetrix at 100% against Penalty Timer's 0%. RefMetrix also leads on price (Free vs $3.99) and rating (5.0 vs 1.0). Penalty Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On ratings volume, ads 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
RefMetrix is free to download; Penalty Timer costs $3.99 up front. RefMetrix sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Penalty Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
RefMetrix holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of RefMetrix's written reviews are positive against 0% of Penalty Timer's.
| Parameter | RefMetrix | Penalty Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #200 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RefMetrix, LLC | Sebastin Michael |
Customer experience
RefMetrix
Penalty Timer
In-app purchases
RefMetrix
- Month$7.991 Month
- 6 Months$45.996 Months
- Year$71.991 Year
Penalty Timer
No in-app purchases
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