# Multicolor Stopwatch vs Time Cast

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Time Cast at none against Multicolor Stopwatch's 6. Time Cast also leads on ads (none vs shown). Multicolor Stopwatch's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Multicolor Stopwatch sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Time Cast asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Multicolor Stopwatch against 5.0 for Time Cast. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

Multicolor Stopwatch ships an update every 5 days, Time Cast every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Multicolor Stopwatch | Time Cast |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multicolor-stopwatch/id6743076577/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-cast-shared-stopwatch/id6753966488/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 45 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MOSHIMORE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1750585147) | [Richard Witherspoon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690898003) |

## What reviewers say

### Multicolor Stopwatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multicolor-stopwatch/id6743076577)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Standard Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Basic Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


### Time Cast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-cast-shared-stopwatch/id6753966488)

This app synchronizes a stopwatch across multiple devices in real-time for groups. A host controls the timer and can send messages, while viewers join with a code to see live updates and lap times. It's ideal for team practices, events, or any coordinated activity.

**Highlights:** Real-time synchronized stopwatch, Host and viewer modes, Shareable session codes/links, Lap time recording, Host messaging, Focus mode for clear display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Multicolor Stopwatch free?

Multicolor Stopwatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Time Cast free?

Time Cast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Multicolor Stopwatch or Time Cast?

Multicolor Stopwatch and Time Cast are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do Multicolor Stopwatch or Time Cast have ads?

Multicolor Stopwatch shows ads; Time Cast does not.

### Which is updated more often, Multicolor Stopwatch or Time Cast?

Multicolor Stopwatch ships an update every 5 days, and Time Cast every 3 days. Most recently, Multicolor Stopwatch was updated on September 9, 2026 and Time Cast on September 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*