Time Cast vs ChronStop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Time Cast
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.
- Real-time synchronized stopwatch
- Host and viewer modes
- Shareable session codes/links
- Lap time recording
- Host messaging
- Focus mode for clear display
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Time Cast is the ultimate multi-person stopwatch app that brings real-time timing to groups. Whether you're coaching a team, timing an event, or coordinating activities, Time Cast makes it easy for everyone to stay synchronized. No account or sign-up required—just create a session and share the code. KEY FEATURES HOST MODE • Create a session and control the stopwatch • Share a simple 6-character code or link with observers • See how many people are watching in real-time • Record lap times with one tap • Send colored messages to all observers • Track fastest and slowest laps automatically VIEWER MODE • Join any session instantly with a code or link • Watch live stopwatch updates with no delay • View lap times as they happen • Receive messages from the host • Focus mode for distraction-free viewing • Share the session with others FOCUS MODE • Full-screen display perfect for across-the-room viewing • Shows live lap times in large, easy-to-read format • New lap times appear prominently for 5 seconds • Host messages appear full-screen with custom colors • Toggle on/off with one tap SEAMLESS SHARING • Share session links via Messages, Mail, or AirDrop • One-tap joining from shared links • No sign-up or account required PERFECT FOR • Sports teams and coaches tracking practice times • Race officials timing multiple events • Fitness classes with synchronized workouts • Academic competitions and debates • Any group activity requiring shared timing HOW IT WORKS 1. One person hosts and controls the stopwatch 2. Observers join using a simple code or link 3. Everyone sees the same time and laps in real-time 4. Host can send messages to highlight important moments 5. Viewers can use Focus Mode for clear, distraction-free display Time Cast uses real-time technology to ensure everyone stays perfectly synchronized, with no delays or lag. The clean, modern interface makes it easy for anyone to use, whether you're hosting or observing. Download Time Cast today and bring your team, class, or event together with synchronized timing. Privacy Policy: https://www.rspoon3.com/time-cast/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
ChronStop
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An alternative stopwatch for your Watch and Phone. Each watch update I've hoped to see new options and features for the stopwatch features native stopwatch app. I got tired of waiting and had to write my own! This app shows you your current lap time so you don't have to calculate it in your head. It also allows you to keep track of stop time (paused time). And it allows you to adjust the time of a lap or delete one if you fat fingered something! Now it also has a companion phone app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Time Cast at 18.0 against ChronStop's 26.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Time Cast | ChronStop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Richard Witherspoon | Jeff Garvens |
In-app purchases
Time Cast
No in-app purchases
ChronStop
No in-app purchases
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