Comparison

Penalty Timer vs Jamzo

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

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About

Penalty Timer

This app provides precise penalty timing for roller derby officials and coaches. It features WFTDA rule compliance, offline functionality, and customizable settings for various game scenarios. Designed by derby enthusiasts, it ensures reliable timing without internet or ads.

Highlights
  • WFTDA rule-compliant penalty codes
  • Offline functionality
  • One-tap timer management
  • Customizable team colors
  • Flexible timer configurations
  • 10-second warning alerts
Features
Currently charting
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The Most Reliable Penalty Timer for Roller Derby Officials Finally, a penalty timer built specifically for roller derby that actually works when you need it most. Whether you're a referee managing a chaotic jam or a coach running practice with limited staff, PenaltyTimer delivers precision timing with built-in WFTDA knowledge. - WFTDA COMPLIANT & RULE-SMART All penalty codes built-in (BC, FE, HB, LB, MP, IC, II, IP) Automatic 30-second durations with double-penalty support Handles tricky jammer situations according to official rules 10-second warning alerts - never miss telling skaters to stand - BUILT FOR REAL DERBY CONDITIONS Works 100% offline - no wifi crashes during crucial moments Lightning-fast tap-edit for quick time adjustments Stop ALL timers simultaneously between jams with one tap Customizable team colors to match any bout setup - FLEXIBLE FOR ANY SITUATION Two Blockers: Perfect for scrimmage or short-staffed practice Two Jammers: Ideal for jammer-focused drills Four Blockers: Standard penalty box management Full Penalty Box: Complete 6-skater capacity for regulation bouts - DESIGNED BY DERBY PEOPLE, FOR DERBY PEOPLE Unlike generic stopwatch apps that fail under pressure, PenaltyTimer was designed specifically for the unique needs of roller derby officials. Every feature solves a real problem we've all experienced. - KEY FEATURES: Reliable timing that won't crash mid-jam Visual and vibration warnings at 10 seconds One-touch penalty serving and timer management Team color customization for easy identification Penalty history tracking for post-bout analysis No accounts, no ads, no internet required - PERFECT FOR: WFTDA/MRDA certified referees Coaches running practice sessions League training officials NSOs managing penalty tracking Anyone tired of unreliable timing apps - ZERO HASSLE SETUP Download, open, and start timing penalties immediately. No registration, no cloud sync, no complicated setup. Just reliable derby timing when you need it. - BATTLE-TESTED RELIABILITY Built to handle the intensity of roller derby. No more app crashes during power jams, no more lost penalty times, no more fumbling with complex interfaces while trying to manage the box. Stop fighting with inadequate timing tools. Get the penalty timer that understands roller derby as well as you do. Perfect for WFTDA, MRDA, JRDA, and recreational leagues worldwide.

About

Jamzo

Features
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Jamzo brings together essential tools to support teams and officials during roller derby games. NEW — LINEUP & PENALTY TRACKER Easily track lineups and penalties throughout the game: • Record the skaters participating in each jam • Identify jammers, pivots, and blockers • Assign penalties and track Penalty Box visits • View the game history in real time • Work independently or with another operator on separate devices • Access a complete game recap • Export game data for review or archiving SCOREKEEPER • Record the score jam by jam • Follow the game’s progress in real time • Choose between solo and dual modes • View and export the game recap TIMING TOOLS • Jam Timer: track jams, intervals, and periods • Penalty Timer: time Penalty Box visits • Blocker Timer: manage blocker penalties • Jammer Timer: manage jammer penalties • Dual Timer: use two timers on a single screen TEAM DIRECTORY • Discover roller derby teams • View their city and country • Access their social media pages RULES QUIZ • Test your roller derby knowledge • Choose your difficulty level • Learn and review the rules in a fun way Jamzo features a clear, responsive interface designed to remain easy to use in real game conditions.

Screenshots

Penalty Timer4 screens
Jamzo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Jamzo at Free against Penalty Timer's $3.99. Jamzo also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). Penalty Timer's advantage is chart position (#200 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Jamzo is free to download; Penalty Timer costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Penalty Timer ships an update every 5 months, Jamzo every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Penalty Timer versus Jamzo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPenalty TimerJamzo
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSebastin MichaelCharles Robart

In-app purchases

None

Penalty Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Jamzo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Penalty Timer free?
Penalty Timer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jamzo free?
Jamzo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Penalty Timer or Jamzo have ads?
Neither Penalty Timer nor Jamzo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Penalty Timer or Jamzo?
Penalty Timer ships an update every 5 months, and Jamzo every 6 weeks. Most recently, Penalty Timer was updated on September 10, 2026 and Jamzo on September 3, 2026.

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