Comparison

Espresso Shot Timer vs ChessTime

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

Head to head
About

Espresso Shot Timer

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Get the best out of your espresso machine – with Espresso Shot Timer. Unlike ordinary stopwatches, this app uses your smartphone's accelerometer to detect the vibration of your espresso machine. Simply place your phone on the drip tray or cup rest, and the timer starts and stops automatically as soon as the pump runs. Features: - Auto-Start & Stop: No hands needed. The timer responds precisely to your machine starting. - Calibration: Individually adapts to your machine's vibrations. - Precision Timer: Displays time in seconds and milliseconds. - History: Automatically saves the time of your last shot. - Modern Design: Clean, dark interface that fits perfectly next to your machine. - Energy Efficient: Uses sensors intelligently to save battery. Perfect for home baristas and coffee lovers who want to optimize their workflow and achieve reproducible results without buying extra hardware. Support URL: https://github.com/janhartje/espresso-shot-timer/issues Privacy Policy URL: https://janhartje.github.io/espresso-shot-timer/privacy Nutzungsbedingungen (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ (Apple Standard EULA)

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ChessTime

Features
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A chess timer that gets out of your way. TWO PLAY MODES - Face-to-Face: Traditional layout, players across the board - Side-by-Side: Both timers on one side - Switch modes anytime, even mid-game TIME CONTROLS - Blitz (5 min), Rapid (10 min), Classical (30 min) - Increment support (Fischer timing) - Create unlimited custom presets (Pro) PRO FEATURES - Unlimited custom time controls - Game history tracking - Win/loss statistics - $2.99 one-time — no subscription DETAILS - Sound effects and haptic feedback - Low time warnings - Works on all iPhones - Dark interface, no ads Perfect for chess clubs, tournaments, casual games, and any timed board game. http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Espresso Shot Timer4 screens
ChessTime4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Espresso Shot Timer at 3 against ChessTime's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Espresso Shot Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and ChessTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Espresso Shot Timer versus ChessTime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEspresso Shot TimerChessTime
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan HartjeVantage Global Holdings LLC.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Espresso Shot Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Monatliche Unterstützung$0.991 Month
One-time3
  • Kleines Trinkgeld$2.99
  • Mittleres Trinkgeld$4.99
  • Großes Trinkgeld$11.99
1 purchases

ChessTime

One-time1
  • ChessTime Pro$2.99

Questions

Is Espresso Shot Timer free?
Espresso Shot Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ChessTime free?
ChessTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Espresso Shot Timer or ChessTime have ads?
Neither Espresso Shot Timer nor ChessTime shows ads.

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