Comparison

Super GameTimer vs Rule Referee

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

Head to head
About

Super GameTimer

Features
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Super GameTimer is a native iPhone turn timer for board games and chess-clock style play. Configure a match, keep both time banks readable at a glance, and pass the turn with one large control—so you can focus on the game, not the phone. SET UP YOUR MATCH Choose seconds per side (from one second up to two hours). Name two to eight players, add or remove seats, then start when everyone is ready. Optional advanced timing adds tournament-style rules without cluttering the main screen. CHESS-CLOCK STYLE TIMING • Dual banks: see both sides’ remaining time while only the active player is highlighted. • One-tap pass: end your turn and hand the clock to the next player in order. The pass control shows your remaining time and who receives the turn next. • Fischer increment: add a few seconds to your bank each time you pass, when you want that classic digital-clock behavior. • Simple delay or Bronstein-style delay: let a delay window run before your main bank counts down—pick the style that matches how your group plays. DURING PLAY • Sub-second precision on the active clock so you always know where you stand. • Pause and resume from the Match menu—End game and Restart live there too, away from the main pass button so you do not trigger them by accident. Restart keeps the same setup and names; End game returns you to setup when the match is over. • Minute reminders as the main bank crosses whole minutes, plus faster ticks in the last twenty seconds so the final moments feel clear. • When time hits zero on the active side, you get a short alert sound and haptic feedback; the match then shows that time has expired and passing is disabled until you end or restart. PROFILES & LOOK Save game profiles and timing presets to start familiar setups quickly. Adjust appearance options so the timer matches how you like to read the room—evening game night or a bright café table. RELIABLE WHEN LIFE INTERRUPTS If you briefly switch apps or lock your phone, the app reconciles with real time when you return so the countdown stays fair. PRIVACY & ACCOUNTS No sign-in and no cloud account are required. Your profiles and settings stay on your device. Whether you play chess, Go, bridge, word games, or anything where fair turns matter, Super GameTimer keeps time clear and passing simple.

About

Rule Referee

Get instant, accurate answers to board and card game rules without searching through manuals. This app provides clear, reliable information to keep your games flowing smoothly and eliminate disputes. Access rules offline and enjoy a built-in timer for supported games.

Highlights
  • Instant rule answers
  • Offline access
  • Built-in game timer
  • Supports popular board games
  • No AI guesswork
  • Structured rule data
Features
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Stop arguing over the rules. Rule Referee gives you fast, clear answers to board and card game rules, without digging through manuals or guessing. Built for real gameplay so you stay in the moment and keep the game moving. What you can do: - Ask rule questions in plain language - Get simple, accurate answers instantly - Play without interruptions or debates - Access rules offline, no internet needed - Use the built-in Rummikub timer with notifications Why it's different: Most apps give you long rulebooks or AI guesses. Rule Referee uses structured, hand-built rules and deterministic answers. No AI. No hallucinations. No close enough. Just clarity you can trust at game night. Games supported include Viticulture, Catan, Wingspan, Spirit Island, Lords of Waterdeep, Flamecraft, Codenames, Pandemic, Chess, Exploding Kittens, and more. 66 games total, with new ones added regularly. Free games included Start playing right away with a selection of supported games. Unlock all games Get full access to all supported games and future additions with the All-Access Pass. No more confusion. No more rule disputes. Just play. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Super GameTimer4 screens
Rule Referee4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Super GameTimer at none against Rule Referee's 1. Super GameTimer also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly). Rule Referee's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Rule Referee sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Super GameTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Super GameTimer ships an update daily, Rule Referee monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Super GameTimer versus Rule Referee: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper GameTimerRule Referee
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJEREMY S WEBERAutumn Wohlwend

In-app purchases

None

Super GameTimer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Rule Referee

Subscriptions1
  • Rule Referee All Access$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Super GameTimer free?
Super GameTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rule Referee free?
Rule Referee is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Super GameTimer or Rule Referee have ads?
Super GameTimer shows ads; Rule Referee does not.
Which is updated more often, Super GameTimer or Rule Referee?
Super GameTimer ships an update daily, and Rule Referee monthly. Most recently, Super GameTimer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Rule Referee on October 14, 2026.

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