Comparison

JudoTimer Plus vs Bracket Maker

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

Head to head
About

JudoTimer Plus

Features
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A simple, easy-to-use, and feature-rich judo timer. Two different functions are available depending on the device orientation. (Camera features are also included.) Portrait: Training Program Timer & Delayed Camera for Form Analysis Landscape: Simple Match Timer -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction and User Guide for iOS Version 1: https://youtu.be/_FoFjpiDiJU Updates through iOS Version 2.1.1: https://youtu.be/FuMekmNhsps Updates through iOS Version 3.1: https://youtu.be/tpvMUbI2osM Updates through iOS Version 5.3: https://youtu.be/5THtWacEMrY

About

Bracket Maker

Easily create single-elimination tournament brackets for various events. Input participants, select bracket size, and track winners through each round. Export your completed brackets as image or PDF files.

Highlights
  • Single-elimination bracket creation
  • Supports 3-64 participants
  • Automatic bye adjustment
  • Winner tracking and result updates
  • Local data saving
  • Export to PNG and PDF
Features
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Create 16, 32, and 64-player tournament brackets in seconds on your phone. Winner taps, random shuffle, automatic byes, PNG export, and PDF/A4 printing are all handled in one app. Choose single or double elimination for your event. Double elimination keeps teams in the tournament until their second loss, with clear Winners, Losers, and Finals brackets. Choose a tournament size, enter participant names, and generate the full bracket in just a few steps. The app supports common sizes such as 4, 8, 16, 32, and 64 participants, plus any count from 3 to 64. When the number does not fit perfectly, byes are handled automatically. Tap the winner of each match to advance them through the bracket. You can keep the entry order, shuffle participants, or adjust pairings before creating the tournament. If earlier results change, later results can be cleared so the bracket stays consistent. Tournament names, dates, participants, notes, winners, and progress are saved on your device. No account is required, so it works well for quick events, recurring tournaments, and personal use. Export brackets as PNG images or A4 landscape PDF files for sharing, printing, or preparing a blank bracket before the event begins. Optional Premium features include score entry, tournament duplication, and PNG/PDF export.

Screenshots

JudoTimer Plus3 screens
Bracket Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bracket Maker at Free against JudoTimer Plus's $1.99. JudoTimer Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (14 vs 17.0). On update cadence, 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

Bracket Maker is free to download; JudoTimer Plus costs $1.99 up front. Bracket Maker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JudoTimer Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JudoTimer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, Bracket Maker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
JudoTimer Plus versus Bracket Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJudoTimer PlusBracket Maker
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasanobu TakahashiRomiick LLC

In-app purchases

None

JudoTimer Plus

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Bracket Maker

One-time1
  • Premium Pass$9.99

Questions

Is JudoTimer Plus free?
JudoTimer Plus costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bracket Maker free?
Bracket Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JudoTimer Plus or Bracket Maker have ads?
Neither JudoTimer Plus nor Bracket Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JudoTimer Plus or Bracket Maker?
JudoTimer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bracket Maker every 2 weeks. Most recently, JudoTimer Plus was updated on October 19, 2026 and Bracket Maker on October 28, 2026.

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