Comparison

Cou'n'Timer vs Hockey Scoreboard

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

Head to head
About

Cou'n'Timer

Manage match timing, scores, and breaks for sports like rugby and football. Optimized for Apple Watch, it offers real-time updates between devices, useful for referees, assistants, and coaches.

Highlights
  • Match timer and score control
  • Rugby, football, and general match modes
  • Water break and halftime management
  • Real-time iPhone/Apple Watch sync
  • Step count tracking via HealthKit
Features
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Cou’n’Timer is a scorekeeping and match timer app designed for referees in sports such as rugby and soccer. Manage match time, scores, Water Breaks (WBT), Half Time (HT), and match results with timelines—all through simple, intuitive controls. Optimized for Apple Watch, Cou’n’Timer gives you quick access to essential controls right on your wrist during a match. It also works as a standalone iPhone app, with an improved Game screen for managing and displaying match information. When used with a paired Apple Watch, match information is displayed on the iPhone in real time, making it useful for sharing updates with assistants, coaches, and spectators. Alternatively, an assistant can manage scores and match time from the iPhone, allowing the referee to focus on officiating. Key Features - Easily control the match timer and scores - Dedicated rugby and soccer modes - Touch and hold a scorecard to access rugby scoring options - Automatic Half Time and Water Break management - Game screen supporting standalone iPhone use - Automatic iPhone screen dimming when inactive - Step tracking on Apple Watch using HealthKit - Total step count displayed after each match - Real-time sharing of match information between iPhone and Apple Watch Please note: This app is designed exclusively for iPhone and Apple Watch. iPad and Mac are not supported. Purchase Information - Cou’n’Timer offers both an auto-renewable subscription and a lifetime license. - Subscription name: Cou’n’Timer Subscription - Subscription period: 2 months, automatically renewed - Subscription price: US$0.99 - Lifetime license: US$9.99, one-time purchase - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. - You can manage or cancel your subscription in your account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://lush-pulsar-8ad.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-23c475a0243980998881d98abf40eab4?source=copy_link Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Hockey Scoreboard

Features
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It's the third quarter, you're up 2-1, and someone scored — you think. HockeyPoints keeps the truth on every screen on the field. ▸ Apple Watch companion — score from your wrist, hands free. ▸ Browser live link — share one URL, anyone watches in real time. ▸ Live Activity & Dynamic Island — live score on the lock screen. ▸ Voice announcement in 12 languages — never lose count outdoors. Free to use. Ads appear only between games — remove them with a one-time purchase (no subscription needed). Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://scoreboard.100for1.com/privacy

Screenshots

Cou'n'Timer1 screens
Hockey Scoreboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cou'n'Timer at none against Hockey Scoreboard's shown. Hockey Scoreboard's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price 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. Cou'n'Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 2 months and Hockey Scoreboard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cou'n'Timer ships an update every 3 months, Hockey Scoreboard every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Cou'n'Timer versus Hockey Scoreboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCou'n'TimerHockey Scoreboard
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKenji Hommazhenyu song

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Cou'n'Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Two-Month Subscription2 Months trial$0.992 Months
One-time1
  • LifetimeLicense$9.99
2 purchases

Hockey Scoreboard

Subscriptions1
  • Remove Ads (Yearly)$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is Cou'n'Timer free?
Cou'n'Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hockey Scoreboard free?
Hockey Scoreboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cou'n'Timer or Hockey Scoreboard have ads?
Hockey Scoreboard shows ads; Cou'n'Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Cou'n'Timer or Hockey Scoreboard?
Cou'n'Timer ships an update every 3 months, and Hockey Scoreboard every 4 days. Most recently, Cou'n'Timer was updated on October 30, 2026 and Hockey Scoreboard on October 31, 2026.

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