Comparison

Chukka Timer vs Polocam

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

Head to head
About

Chukka Timer

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ChukkaTimer is the essential polo timing app — whether you're umpiring a club match or just keeping track for your team. **SIMPLE TIMER** Start a 7-minute chukka timer with one tap. Configurable chukka length and extra time. Audible bells at the 30-second warning and end of chukka — just like on the field. **FULL GAME MODE** Set up a complete match with team names, colours, handicaps, and score tracking. ChukkaTimer handles the handicap calculation automatically, so you can focus on the game. Track scores chukka by chukka with full history. **LIVE GAME SHARING — NEW** Share your match with anyone. Tap the share button to get a link and QR code. Spectators open the link in any browser and see live scores, a real-time countdown timer, team colours, chukka progress, and handicap details — no app required. Perfect for friends and family who want to follow along. **LIVE ACTIVITIES** Keep the timer visible on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island while you're on the field. Glance down and see exactly how much time is left without unlocking your phone. **KEY FEATURES** - Standard 7-minute chukka timer with 30-second warning bell - Configurable chukka length (1–15 minutes) and extra time (0–60 seconds) - Full game management with multiple chukkas - Team colours, names, and handicap tracking - Automatic HPA handicap goal calculation - Live score tracking with handicap adjustments - Share live game status via link or QR code - Real-time spectator website — no app needed for viewers - Lock Screen and Dynamic Island Live Activities - Choice of bell sounds - Works offline — no account required Built for polo players, umpires, and fans.

About

Polocam

Features
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Watch polo from around the world with the Polocam App. Search for your favourite player or team or view matches at specific clubs and tournaments. Videos can also be cast to your TV or laptop.

Screenshots

Chukka Timer3 screens
Polocam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Polocam at 3 against Chukka Timer's 1. Polocam also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Chukka Timer versus Polocam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChukka TimerPolocam
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcus WilliamsPolocam

In-app purchases

None

Chukka Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Polocam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chukka Timer free?
Chukka Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Polocam free?
Polocam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chukka Timer or Polocam have ads?
Neither Chukka Timer nor Polocam shows ads.

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