Comparison

Tickscope vs TickTuner

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

Head to head
About

Tickscope

This app helps mechanical watch enthusiasts measure timegrapher data, track wear history, and catalog their collection. It offers detailed horology information and a functional clock complication, all processed on-device for privacy.

Highlights
  • Measure rate, beat error, and amplitude
  • Log watch wear history with heat map
  • Catalog watch collection with specs
  • Access horology articles and glossary
  • On-device processing for privacy
  • Printable PDF timing certificates
Features
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Tickscope is the complete companion for the mechanical watch lover — on the phone you already own. TIMEGRAPHER Rate, beat error, and amplitude, measured in seconds. No bench, no microphone hardware. Place your watch against the phone's microphone and read accuracy to ±1 s/d, the same numbers a $2,000 shop machine would give you. WEAR CALENDAR Log every watch you wear. A color-coded heat map shows your rotation by week, month, and year, with live stats on your most-worn pieces. Your rotation, finally visible. WATCHES Catalog your collection with photos, references, and full specs. Every timing session is saved per watch, so the measurement history is always tied to the piece it came from. HERITAGE Add a Rolex Submariner, an Omega Speedmaster, a Seiko SKX007 — Tickscope recognizes what it is. You get a short reverent blurb, the caliber, and the origin with a flag. 5,000+ references across 50+ brands, entirely on-device. CLOCK A grand-complications dial in your pocket. Working chronograph, rattrapante split, moonphase, and three finishes, all synced to iOS atomic time. LIBRARY 14 deep articles on how watches actually work. A 124-term horology glossary. A 125-caliber reference database you can link to any watch in your collection. TECHNICAL DETAILS • 6-position testing (CH, CD, 3H, 6H, 9H, 12H) to spot positional bias the way COSC does • COSC-grade assessment on every measurement session • Rate, amplitude, and beat-error trend graphs over time, per watch • Lift-angle and sensitivity controls for any caliber • Printable PDF timing certificates with full position data PRIVACY Tickscope runs entirely on-device. No account, no cloud, no subscription to read your own data. Your collection stays yours. FREE VS. PRO The free tier includes up to 3 watches and 25 timegrapher measurements. Tickscope Pro ($4.99) unlocks the full library, unlimited watches, trend graphs, COSC challenges, and printable certificates. Buy once — no recurring fees. — PRICING — 25 free measurements. Unlock unlimited use for $4.99 — one time, forever. No subscriptions.

About

TickTuner

Features
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Does your radio-controlled watch often fail to sync? Are you living on the edge of signal coverage, or in a basement or high‑rise building where radio signals can hardly reach? The Radio Wave Watch Time Sync Assistant is here to solve that problem. Core Features: Global Radio Protocol Support Supports six major global radio time protocols, including China BPC, Japan JJY40/JJY60, USA WWVB, UK MSF, and Germany DCF77. No matter which country your watch comes from, you'll find a matching protocol. One‑Tap Time Syncing Select the corresponding protocol, tap to start transmission, and hold your phone close to your watch to complete the sync. A clear waveform display shows real‑time transmission status, and the volume detection feature helps you find the optimal position. Auto‑Rotation Carousel Supports multi‑protocol carousel mode, automatically switching between different radio protocols for rapid time calibration. Practical Time Tools Built‑in world clock lets you check global time zones at a glance; stopwatch and countdown timer cover daily timing needs; sync history logs every calibration detail. Usage Tips: Make sure your phone volume is set to an appropriate level Place your watch near the phone's speaker Operate in a quiet environment for best results Each sync session is recommended to last 2–3 minutes Compatible with all kinds of radio‑controlled watches Keep your radio watch accurate at all times – say goodbye to manual adjustments forever.

Screenshots

Tickscope4 screens
TickTuner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tickscope at Free against TickTuner's $0.99. TickTuner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support 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

Tickscope is free to download; TickTuner costs $0.99 up front. Tickscope sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TickTuner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tickscope versus TickTuner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTickscopeTickTuner
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.6 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMOHANRAVITEJA CHINTAMANENI小燕 陈

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tickscope

One-time1
  • Unlimited Measurements$4.99
None

TickTuner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tickscope free?
Tickscope is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TickTuner free?
TickTuner costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tickscope or TickTuner have ads?
Neither Tickscope nor TickTuner shows ads.

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