EmpireBuilder vs Chronograde
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
EmpireBuilder
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EmpireBuilder is the ultimate companion app for real-time strategy enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer to the game, EmpireBuilder offers expertly crafted build orders from top players to help you enhance your gameplay and climb the ranks! Key Features: 1. Access Professional Build Orders: Browse a wide collection of AOE4 build orders used by professionals. Each build order comes with detailed steps and timings to help you execute them flawlessly. 2. Create Your Own Builds: Develop your unique strategies by creating custom build orders. Your first custom build is completely free! Need more? Unlock additional build slots with a simple in-app purchase. 3. In-Game Audio Playback: Listen to detailed audio instructions and timings while you play, helping you execute your strategies in real-time and adapt to the game as it unfolds. 4. In-App Purchases: Easily purchase additional build slots or professional build orders directly within the app. 5. User-Friendly Interface: The intuitive and clean design allows you to focus on what matters mostβmastering the game. 6. Regular Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest strategies and builds as the game evolves. EmpireBuilder is designed to help you improve and enjoy your real-time strategy gaming experience. Download now and start your journey to becoming a master!
Chronograde
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Know your watches beyond a single reading. Chronograde brings together microphone-based estimates, manual drift records and your collection history. FREE TO START Keep an unlimited watch collection with photos and details. Use the Timegrapher for acoustic rate and beat-error estimates, save up to 10 manual readings, and complete one guided Regulation Coach run. iCloud sync and JSON backup remain free. UNDERSTAND THE READINGS Acoustic results depend on the watch, microphone placement and background noise. Manual readings compare displayed watch time with a network reference or the labeled device-clock fallback; timing and reference errors affect the result. Estimates do not replace professional testing. COMPARE SESSIONS (Chronograde Pro) Compare two manual sessions by observed daily rate, reading count, elapsed coverage and recorded positions. Preview and share a comparison PDF. A difference does not prove a service effect. WEAR & SERVICE (Chronograde Pro) See distinct logged days per watch over 30, 90 or 365 days. Days without entries mean not logged. Keep wear and service records with provider, cost and notes. PRIVATE REPORTS (Chronograde Pro) Choose watches, history and a date range, then preview and share a PDF. Serial numbers, notes, amounts and photos are excluded by default. A report is not a backup, appraisal or certification. MORE HISTORY (Chronograde Pro) Record unlimited manual readings and sessions, explore rates by position and repeat guided Regulation Coach runs. REFERENCE & EXPORT (Chronograde Pro) Use a large reference clock with available network time correction. Import watches from CSV and export records to CSV or Excel. MEMBERSHIP Choose monthly, annual or one-time Lifetime access. The free tier may display advertising with your consent; active Pro access removes ads. Optional paid themes are separate purchases. --- Subscription details: Chronograde Pro offers monthly or annual subscriptions. Eligible customers can start with a 14-day free trial. Renews automatically until cancelled in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions at least 24 hours before the next billing date. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://mwsupplylimited.github.io/chronograde/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: EmpireBuilder at none against Chronograde's shown. EmpireBuilder also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. EmpireBuilder sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Chronograde sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
EmpireBuilder ships an update every 3 days, Chronograde weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EmpireBuilder | Chronograde |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days β better | Weekly |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gitesh Agarwal | Matthew Wong |
In-app purchases
EmpireBuilder
- Pro Build$4.99
- Custom Build$7.99
Chronograde
- Chronograde Pro (Monthly)14 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Chronograde Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Starter Pack: 10 Crowns$0.99
- Submariner Blue Theme$1.99
- Racing Green Theme$1.99
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- Rose Gold Theme$1.99
- Sunburst Gold Theme$1.99
- Handful: 22 Crowns$1.99
- Roll: 36 Crowns$2.99
- Stack: 66 Crowns$4.99
- Vault: 150 Crowns$9.99
- Chronograde Pro β Lifetime$29.99









