Comparison

RefMetrix vs Penalty Timer

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

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About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

About

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.

Highlights
  • WFTDA rule-compliant penalty codes
  • Offline functionality
  • One-tap timer management
  • Customizable team colors
  • Flexible timer configurations
  • 10-second warning alerts
Features
Currently charting
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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.

Screenshots

RefMetrix4 screens
Penalty Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
RefMetrix versus Penalty Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRefMetrixPenalty Timer
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequency—Every 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#200 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRefMetrix, LLCSebastin Michael

Customer experience

RefMetrix

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Penalty Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

RefMetrix

Subscriptions3
  • Month$7.991 Month
  • 6 Months$45.996 Months
  • Year$71.991 Year
None

Penalty Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RefMetrix free?
RefMetrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Penalty Timer free?
Penalty Timer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RefMetrix or Penalty Timer?
RefMetrix is rated higher. RefMetrix averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Penalty Timer averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RefMetrix or Penalty Timer have ads?
Neither RefMetrix nor Penalty Timer shows ads.

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