Comparison

RapZap chess clock vs Tiltly Timer

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

Head to head
About

RapZap chess clock

A simple and easy-to-use timer for two-player board games like Chess, Go, and Checkers. Offers basic time options for free, with additional features available through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Two-player game timer
  • Supports Chess, Go, Checkers
  • Simple interface
  • Basic time options (15, 45, 60 min)
  • In-app purchase for more options
Features
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The RapZap chess clock allows to keep track of times in two player games such as Chess, Go or Checkers. It's handled easily and without complicated settings. In the free version you can choose between 15min, 45min or 60min per player. Other options are available via InApp purchase. The app is deliberately kept simple so you can focus completely on your game.

About

Tiltly Timer

Features
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Tiltly Timer is the most intuitive and minimalist countdown tool designed for your iPhone. Whether you are cooking the perfect pasta, managing your focus sessions, or timing your daily workout, Tiltly Timer turns the simple act of rotating your phone into a powerful productivity tool. The core concept is simple: Gravity is your interface. No more fumbling with digital wheels or typing numbers every time you need a quick countdown. By simply changing the orientation of your device, Tiltly Timer automatically detects the movement and starts the corresponding timer you have predefined. HOW IT WORKS Tiltly Timer uses your devices gyroscope and accelerometer to understand how you are holding it. You can set three different durations for the three main positions: Portrait: Keep your phone upright for your standard timer. Landscape Left: Tilt it to the left for a second custom duration. Landscape Right: Tilt it to the right for a third custom duration. Once you tilt the device, the screen fills with a soothing pastel color and the countdown begins immediately. The giant, bold numbers allow you to check the remaining time from across the room at a single glance. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE We believe that a tool you use every day should fit your personal style. That is why Tiltly Timer offers full customization: Custom Durations: Choose exactly how many minutes you want for each orientation through the simple settings menu. Personalized Colors: Use the built in color picker to assign a unique pastel shade to each timer. Make your cooking timer red, your study timer blue, and your rest timer yellow. The choice is yours. Haptic and Sound Alerts: Stay informed with gentle haptic feedback and clear audio signals when the time is up. You can toggle these alerts on or off to suit your environment. KEY FEATURES Minimalist Interface: A clean, distraction free design that focuses entirely on the time. Gravity Based Control: Start and switch timers just by rotating your phone. Visual Feedback: A pulsing dot indicator lets you know the timer is active. Smart Background Notifications: If you close the app or lock your screen, Tiltly Timer will send you a notification exactly when the time expires, ensuring you never miss a beat. Always Ready: The app prevents the screen from dimming while the timer is active, making it the perfect companion on your kitchen counter or office desk. Accessibility Focused: Large, high contrast numbers and support for haptic feedback make the app easy to use for everyone. PERFECT FOR EVERY SITUATION In the Kitchen: Assign different times to Portrait and Landscape for boiling water, searing steak, or baking cookies. No more touching the screen with messy hands. For Productivity: Use it as a simplified Pomodoro tracker. Set your work time in Portrait and your breaks in Landscape. For Workouts: Quickly time your planks or rest intervals by simply flipping your phone on the gym mat. For Kids: A visual and fun way for children to understand how much time is left for play or chores. NO TRACKING AND NO ADS Tiltly Timer is a premium, private experience. We do not collect your data, we do not track your movements, and there are absolutely no advertisements. Just a pure, functional tool that works exactly when you need it. Experience the most natural way to manage your time. Download Tiltly Timer today and let gravity do the work.

Screenshots

RapZap chess clock1 screens
Tiltly Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tiltly Timer at none against RapZap chess clock's 2. RapZap chess clock's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads 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. RapZap chess clock sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Tiltly Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RapZap chess clock versus Tiltly Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRapZap chess clockTiltly Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel MattheusAgostino Lecci

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RapZap chess clock

One-time2
  • Remove Ads$0.99
  • Time Package (5 minutes and 30 minutes games)$1.99
None

Tiltly Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RapZap chess clock free?
RapZap chess clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tiltly Timer free?
Tiltly Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RapZap chess clock or Tiltly Timer have ads?
Neither RapZap chess clock nor Tiltly Timer shows ads.

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