Comparison

Chess Timer & Clock vs ClockMate

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

Head to head
About

Chess Timer & Clock

This app provides a simple yet powerful two-player game clock for managing time in chess and other board games. It offers various time control modes, move counters, and visual/auditory cues for a professional gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Two-player split screen interface
  • Multiple time control modes (Fischer, Bronstein, Byoyomi)
  • Ready-to-play time presets
  • Move counter and flag indicator
  • Low-time warning
  • Customizable themes and sounds
Features
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Chess Clock & Timer — the ultimate two-player game clock designed for chess players of all levels. Whether you're playing casual games at home or competing in tournaments, this app gives you everything you need to manage your time like a pro. TAP. SWITCH. PLAY. Simple, fast, and intuitive. Just tap your side of the screen when your move is done — your clock stops and your opponent's starts. The screen is split into two halves, with the top side rotated so both players can read their time clearly from across the board. READY-TO-PLAY TIME PRESETS Jump straight into a game with built-in presets for every format: - Bullet — 1+0, 1+1, 2+1 - Blitz — 3+0, 3+2, 5+0, 5+3 - Rapid — 10+0, 10+5, 15+10, 20+0 - Classical — 30+0, 30+20, 60+30, 90+30 - Custom — set your own minutes, seconds, and increment ADVANCED TIME CONTROL MODES Go beyond the basics with professional-grade timing systems: - Fischer — adds bonus time after each move - Bronstein — delay before your clock starts ticking - Simple Delay — clock waits, then counts down - Hourglass — time transfers from one player to the other - Byoyomi — Japanese-style overtime periods DESIGNED FOR REAL GAMES - Move counter tracks each player's moves - Low-time warning at 10 seconds - Flag indicator when time expires - Buzzer sound and haptic feedback on time-out - Tap sound for every turn switch - Screen stays awake during your game BEAUTIFUL THEMES - Dark Mode for comfortable play at night - Multiple themes: Classic, Dark, Wooden, Modern - Large, clear monospaced digits — readable from any angle - Smooth animations on every turn switch NOT JUST FOR CHESS Use it as a game timer for Scrabble, Othello, Shogi, Go, Backgammon, debates, and any other two-player board game or timed activity. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Chess Clock & Timer offers a Premium subscription that unlocks all themes, custom sounds, and advanced features. Subscription options and pricing are displayed in the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/MAAlsaleh0/ChessClockLegal/blob/main/PrivacyPolicy.md Terms of Use: https://github.com/MAAlsaleh0/ChessClockLegal/blob/main/TermsOfUse.md

About

ClockMate

Features
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ClockMate is the chess clock you actually want at the board. No account, no ads, no setup — just tap and play. Tap your half of the screen when you've finished your move. The timer switches automatically. Simple enough for a kitchen table game, reliable enough for a club match. FREE FEATURES • Bullet (1+0), Blitz (3+2), Blitz (5+0), Rapid (10+0), Rapid (15+10), Classical (90+30) • Fischer increment — the FIDE standard • Digital and analog clock face • Move counter per player • Sound and haptic feedback on every tap • Flag-fall alarm when time runs out • Landscape orientation for table play UPGRADE TO PRO — ONE PURCHASE, NO SUBSCRIPTION • Set any time control — minutes, seconds, and increment freely configurable • Bronstein delay and Simple delay — for players who need them • 4 themes: Wood, Tournament Black, Minimal White, OLED Dark • 2 additional sound packs + silent mode • Game history — last 10 games with move counts and time stats No cloud. No login. No ads. Everything works offline.

Screenshots

Chess Timer & Clock4 screens
ClockMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Chess Timer & Clock at every 5 days against ClockMate's every 2 months. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Chess Timer & Clock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and ClockMate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chess Timer & Clock ships an update every 5 days, ClockMate every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Chess Timer & Clock versus ClockMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess Timer & ClockClockMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB8 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMohammed AlsalehTobias Huppertz

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Chess Timer & Clock

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$14.99
1 purchases

ClockMate

One-time1
  • ClockMate Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Chess Timer & Clock free?
Chess Timer & Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ClockMate free?
ClockMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chess Timer & Clock or ClockMate have ads?
Neither Chess Timer & Clock nor ClockMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chess Timer & Clock or ClockMate?
Chess Timer & Clock ships an update every 5 days, and ClockMate every 2 months. Most recently, Chess Timer & Clock was updated on October 31, 2026 and ClockMate on October 31, 2026.

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