Go Baduk Weiqi Timer vs KifuLens
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Go Baduk Weiqi Timer
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The clean, distraction-free game clock for Go — also known as Baduk (바둑) and Weiqi (围棋). Whether it's a club game, a tournament round or training at home, Go Baduk Weiqi Timer keeps the clock fair and out of the way so you can focus on the board. TIME SYSTEMS • Japanese Byo-yomi — main time plus a number of fixed periods • Canadian Byo-yomi — a fixed time for a set number of moves • Simple / Sudden Death — a single main time • Fischer — a fixed increment added to your clock after every move FEATURES • Large, easy-to-read tournament display • Tap your side of the screen to pass the turn • Per-move byo-yomi that resets correctly, just like a real clock • Separate settings for Black and White • Sound countdown in the final seconds • Live settings — adjust the time without restarting • Elegant handcrafted dark wood design • Works fully offline 11 LANGUAGES English, Türkçe, 日本語, 한국어, 简体中文, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, Русский, ไทย. PRIVACY No ads. No accounts. No internet required. No personal data collected. Place your phone between the players, start the clock, and enjoy the game.
KifuLens
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KifuLens turns a final Go position into a board you can verify and score. PHOTO TO BOARD • Take a photo or choose one from your library • Adjust the four board corners before recognition • Use free on-device recognition for 9×9, 13×13, and 19×19 boards • Review highlighted uncertain intersections and correct any stone SCORE WITH CONTROL • Calculate with Chinese or Japanese rules • Confirm dead stones explicitly before scoring • Enter historical captures when Japanese rules require them • Adjust komi and review a clear score breakdown KEEP YOUR GAMES KifuLens Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks local game saving, the game library, SGF export, and sharing. Optional AI cross-check credits are separate from the free on-device recognition flow. Photos are prepared on your device. KifuLens asks for your consent before any optional AI cross-check upload. Always review the editable board before accepting a score because glare, shadows, and camera angle can affect recognition.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Go Baduk Weiqi Timer at none against KifuLens's 2. Go Baduk Weiqi Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. KifuLens sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Go Baduk Weiqi Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Go Baduk Weiqi Timer | KifuLens |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ramazan Bora Kececi | 惟越 张 |
In-app purchases
Go Baduk Weiqi Timer
No in-app purchases
KifuLens
- 100 Board Scans$1.99
- KifuLens Pro Lifetime$9.99
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