Comparison

ShotClock by RackDiscipline vs Cue Clock Pro

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

Head to head
About

ShotClock by RackDiscipline

This configurable shot clock is designed for referees and tournament directors in cue sports like billiards and pool. It supports league and professional events, providing a simple timer solution for matches.

Highlights
  • Configurable shot clock
  • Designed for cue sports
  • Supports league events
  • Supports pro events
  • Simple timer interface
Features
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Intended for referees and tournament directors. This simple 'shot clock' is configurable for league and pro-events. Designed for cue sports (billiards, 8-ball and 9-ball pool, etc.)

About

Cue Clock Pro

Features
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Cue Hub is the essential companion app for pool tournament players and organisers. Stay informed and manage your matches with professional tools designed for competitive play. KEY FEATURES Tournament Notifications - Instant push notifications when your match is ready - Never miss a match call again - Works seamlessly with tournament management systems - Register once with your mobile number Professional Shot Clock - Customizable time limits (default 30 seconds) - Visual countdown with colour-coded alerts - Audio warnings at 10, 5, and time expired - Extension time management (15 seconds) - Vibration alerts for time warnings Match Scoreboard - Track frame-by-frame scoring - Race-to format support (e.g., Race to 5, 7, 9) - Breaking player indicators - Score adjustment controls - Winner celebration screen - Match correction features Device Optimized - Portrait and landscape modes - Phone and tablet layouts - Responsive design for all screen sizes - Dark mode interface - Low battery impact Perfect For: - Pool tournament players - Tournament directors - League organisers - Practice matches - Referees and scorekeepers - 8-ball, 9-ball, 10-ball tournaments How Tournament Notifications Work: 1. Register your mobile number in the app 2. Tournament organiser links your number to their system 3. Receive instant notification when assigned to a table 4. Head to your table and start playing How Manual Shot Clock Works: 1. Enter player names 2. Set shot clock duration 3. Choose who won the lag 4. Start tracking your match 5. All data stays on your device Privacy & Data: Tournament notifications require a phone number to match you with tournament systems. The manual shot clock runs entirely offline - no data is collected or transmitted. See our privacy policy for full details. Integration: Works with CueScore tournament management software and Cue Hub web platform for professional tournament operations. Free to download and use. No subscriptions. No ads.

Screenshots

ShotClock by RackDiscipline3 screens
Cue Clock Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cue Clock Pro at Free against ShotClock by RackDiscipline's $3.99. Cue Clock Pro also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Cue Clock Pro is free to download; ShotClock by RackDiscipline costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShotClock by RackDiscipline ships an update every 3 months, Cue Clock Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
ShotClock by RackDiscipline versus Cue Clock Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShotClock by RackDisciplineCue Clock Pro
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul CarpenterRICHARD GEORGE PICKERING

In-app purchases

None

ShotClock by RackDiscipline

No in-app purchases

None

Cue Clock Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShotClock by RackDiscipline free?
ShotClock by RackDiscipline costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cue Clock Pro free?
Cue Clock Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShotClock by RackDiscipline or Cue Clock Pro have ads?
Neither ShotClock by RackDiscipline nor Cue Clock Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShotClock by RackDiscipline or Cue Clock Pro?
ShotClock by RackDiscipline ships an update every 3 months, and Cue Clock Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, ShotClock by RackDiscipline was updated on October 19, 2026 and Cue Clock Pro on October 25, 2026.

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