RefsWatch Dev vs Whistle

Companion app for use by team managers or referees and their assistants for recording a rugby game. The game can be displayed on a pitchside screen, publicly via the internet or by users of the app.

Whistle is a fast, precise, and beautifully designed match timer and score tracker for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Created for referees, coaches, and players, it keeps your focus on the game while handling the timing, scoring, and match details effortlessly. Built for Speed: - Start, pause, and add time with a single tap or by turning the Digital Crown on Apple Watch. - Whistle delivers instant control with a clean, intuitive layout — no menus, no clutter, just reliable timing from kickoff to the final whistle. Made for Apple Watch, take full control of the match directly from your wrist: - Start, pause, and resume the timer instantly - Add stoppage or extra time with the Digital Crown - Receive precise haptic alerts for halftime, full time, and “last play” moments - Track the score and match events without needing your phone Everything You Need for the Match - Log stoppage time and view automatic match summaries - Review saved match histories and performance over time Designed for iOS 26, whistle embraces the latest iOS 26 design language with a focus on clarity and craftsmanship: - Glassy pill-shaped controls and refined transparency effects - Smooth, fluid animations and responsive haptic feedback - High-contrast typography optimised for outdoor visibility Every element has been carefully designed to look and feel modern, intuitive, and consistent across all Apple devices. Seamless Device Sync - Start the timer on iPhone and continue controlling it from Apple Watch — or the other way around. - Whistle uses secure, real-time communication between devices to ensure timing and scores remain perfectly synchronised throughout every match. Reliable and Accurate - Powered by a monotonic timing engine, Whistle maintains total accuracy even when the app is backgrounded or the device is temporarily out of range. - Your match data stays safe, synced, and precise from start to finish. Perfect For - Referees and match officials - Coaches and training staff - Amateur, school, or club teams - Friendly and practice games Whistle is built for anyone who needs reliable, professional-level match timing in a clear and elegant form.