Comparison

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

Stopwatch°

This app provides precise timekeeping with multiple stopwatches for simultaneous activity tracking. It offers a distraction-free full-screen mode and allows data export for analysis. Enjoy a reliable, ad-free, and subscription-free timing experience.

Highlights
  • Multiple stopwatches
  • Simultaneous activity timing
  • Full-screen mode
  • Intuitive interface
  • CSV data export
  • Ad-free experience
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Stopwatch helps you time activities and record laps on iPhone and iPad. Use a single stopwatch or run several at once for sports, cooking, training, experiments, and everyday tasks. • Time multiple activities Run stopwatches independently or start and stop them together. • Keep your timers organized Name your stopwatches and group them into folders for different activities. • Record and compare laps Give laps descriptive names, review split and total times, and compare your fastest, slowest, and average laps. • Choose your view Switch between digital and analog displays, or use fullscreen mode for a larger clock. • Export your results Save stopwatch and lap data as CSV files to review in a spreadsheet or share with others. • Adjust the display Choose your preferred time precision and customize stopwatch controls to suit how you use the app. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stopwatchapp.carrd.co/#privacy

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

Stopwatch°4 screens
Multicolor Stopwatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stopwatch° at none against Multicolor Stopwatch's 6. Stopwatch° also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (306 vs 2). Multicolor Stopwatch's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). 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. Stopwatch° asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Multicolor Stopwatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stopwatch° has 306 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stopwatch° ships an update every 2 weeks, Multicolor Stopwatch every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Stopwatch° versus Multicolor Stopwatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopwatch°Multicolor Stopwatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (306 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews98.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings306 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKai OelfkeMOSHIMORE

Customer experience

Stopwatch°

All ratings306 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews159 reviews
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.9%

Multicolor Stopwatch

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

Bugs and requests

Stopwatch°

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • CSV export not working (produces empty email)

Requested features

14 requests
  • Periodically ask for rating after extended use
  • Add feature to sum time lapsed in folders
  • Add feature to show start and end time for each lap
  • Move reset or delete all buttons to less accessible locations
  • Make buttons larger for easier use while biking
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  • Make it float on the Lock Screen
  • Add dark mode option
  • Add option for different font colors for fastest/slowest laps in export
  • Add option to delete single laps by swiping left
  • Make delete confirmation optional
  • Full screen option
  • Make available for Apple Watch
  • Visibly running current lap time on Apple Watch
  • Rename folders

Multicolor Stopwatch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

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 Stopwatch° free?
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, Stopwatch° or Multicolor Stopwatch?
Multicolor Stopwatch is rated higher. Stopwatch° averages 4.8 out of 5 from 306 ratings, while Multicolor Stopwatch averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Stopwatch° or Multicolor Stopwatch have ads?
Multicolor Stopwatch shows ads; Stopwatch° does not.
Which is updated more often, Stopwatch° or Multicolor Stopwatch?
Stopwatch° ships an update every 2 weeks, and Multicolor Stopwatch every 5 days. Most recently, Stopwatch° was updated on October 15, 2026 and Multicolor Stopwatch on October 2, 2026.

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