Comparison

Chess Timer & Clock vs Chess Clock

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

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Chess Timer & Clock

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

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Chess Clock

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Chess Clock turns your phone into a beautiful, no-fuss game timer for two players — face to face, across the board. Lay it flat between you and play. Tap your side when you've made your move. Your clock stops, your opponent's starts. That's it. Huge tap targets, instant response, zero fumbling — built for blitz. TIME CONTROLS • Sudden Death — set a time and play it down • Fischer increment — seconds added back on every move • Bronstein delay & US delay (Pro) • One-tap presets for Bullet, Blitz, Rapid and Classical (1+0 through 90+30) • Custom times and asymmetric odds for uneven matchups (Pro) BUILT FOR REAL PLAY • Two big tappable zones — the top side reads upside-down so the player across from you sees it the right way up • The side on the move stays bright, the waiting side dims — always clear whose turn it is • Flag detection with sound and haptics the moment time runs out • Screen stays awake while you play; auto-pauses when you leave the app so no time leaks • Move counters and end-of-game stats, then Rematch in one tap NOT JUST CHESS Works for Go, Shogi, Scrabble, checkers, backgammon — any two-player, turn-based game. BEAUTIFUL & PRIVATE • Clean light and dark themes (more in Pro) • 100% offline — no account, no sign-up, no tracking, no ads • Your games never leave your phone Chess Clock Pro is a one-time purchase (no subscription) that unlocks Bronstein & US delay modes, custom times, asymmetric odds, all themes, and local game history.

Screenshots

Chess Timer & Clock4 screens
Chess Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Chess Clock at 3 against Chess Timer & Clock's 1. Chess Clock also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

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

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Chess Timer & Clock versus Chess Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess Timer & ClockChess Clock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB17 MB
Age rating+94+
DeveloperMohammed AlsalehYixin Network Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Chess Timer & Clock

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

Chess Clock

One-time1
  • Chess Clock Pro$4.99

Questions

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

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