Comparison

Chess Clock vs Chess Clock Pro

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

Head to head
About

Chess Clock

This app provides a reliable and accurate chess clock for various game formats, including blitz and rapid play. It offers essential features for over-the-board matches with a clean interface and supports common timing increments and delays.

Highlights
  • Fischer increment support
  • Bronstein delay support
  • US delay support
  • Instant turn switching
  • Clear flag detection
  • Pause game functionality
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Chess Clock - Tournament Timer is a fast, accurate two-player chess clock built for real over-the-board games. Play blitz, rapid, classical and tournament chess with simple controls and reliable timing. Choose from popular game lengths and use Fischer increment, Bronstein delay or US Delay directly from the main clock setup. No ads. No subscription. Just play chess. FREE FEATURES • 1, 3, 5 and 10 minute time controls • Fischer increment • Bronstein delay • US Delay • Common increment and delay values • Quick tournament presets • Instant tap to switch turns • Automatic tenths display under 1 minute • Clear flag-fall detection • Pause and resume games • Record White wins, Black wins and draws • Game history with move count, time control and timestamps • Haptic feedback and end-of-game signal PRO - ONE-TIME UNLOCK Want more control? Unlock Pro once for advanced customization: • Set custom game lengths • Create custom increment and delay values • Fine-tune time controls beyond the standard options • Access advanced custom tournament setups One purchase. No subscription. No ads for anyone. Whether you're playing a quick blitz game, a club match or a longer tournament game, Chess Clock gives you a clean, distraction-free clock with the timing modes you need.

About

Chess Clock Pro

Features
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The chess clock built for serious over-the-board play. Whether you're running a blitz match at the coffee shop or a classical tournament at the club, Chess Clock Pro gives you precise, reliable time control with zero fuss. EVERY TIME CONTROL YOU NEED Bullet: 1+0, 2+1 Blitz: 3+0, 3+2, 5+0, 5+3 Rapid: 10+0, 15+10 Classical: 30+0, 60+30, 90+30 Pick a preset and start playing in seconds. Your last-used time control is remembered so you can jump right back in. THREE INCREMENT MODES - Fischer: Time added after each move - Delay: Grace period before your clock ticks down - Bronstein: Time bank up to the increment value Most chess clock apps only support Fischer. Chess Clock Pro handles all three — the same modes used in FIDE-rated tournaments worldwide. DESIGNED FOR REAL GAMES - Tap to switch — responsive controls with debounce protection against accidental double-taps - Move counter for both players - Low-time warnings at 10s, 20s, 30s, or 60s — you choose the threshold - Fractional seconds displayed under 20 seconds for precision timing - Screen stays awake during play — no interruptions mid-game - Pause and resume anytime - Game-over screen with final times and results LOOKS GREAT, FEELS RIGHT Clean, modern interface with a monospace display built for readability at a glance. Choose Dark, Light, or System theme. Clock tap sounds and haptic feedback make every move feel satisfying. Turn them off if you prefer silence. PRO FEATURES Unlock the full clock with a one-time purchase: - Custom time controls — set any base time and increment you want - Delay and Bronstein increment modes - Classical time control presets - Unlimited time control combinations Perfect for tournament directors, chess coaches, and players who need specific time settings for their club or event. NOT JUST FOR CHESS Chess Clock Pro works beautifully as a game timer for Go, Scrabble, Shogi, and any two-player board game that needs a countdown clock. If your game needs a timer, this is it. PRIVACY FIRST No account required. No ads. Your data stays on your device. Download Chess Clock Pro and never argue about time again.

Screenshots

Chess Clock4 screens
Chess Clock Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

Chess Clock and Chess Clock Pro are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Chess Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Chess Clock Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Chess Clock versus Chess Clock Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess ClockChess Clock Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLiamyte OÜRevelRain

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Chess Clock

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock – Lifetime$3.99
1 purchases

Chess Clock Pro

One-time1
  • ChessClock PRO$4.99

Questions

Is Chess Clock free?
Chess Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chess Clock Pro free?
Chess Clock Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chess Clock or Chess Clock Pro have ads?
Neither Chess Clock nor Chess Clock Pro shows ads.

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