# LSU Shield vs Video Stopwatch SC

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LSU Shield at none against Video Stopwatch SC's 1. Video Stopwatch SC's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 50%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Stopwatch SC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year. LSU Shield asks for nothing beyond the download.

Video Stopwatch SC holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Stopwatch SC has 400 ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of LSU Shield's written reviews are positive against 83% of Video Stopwatch SC's.

LSU Shield ships an update every 6 months, Video Stopwatch SC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LSU Shield | Video Stopwatch SC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lsu-shield/id796370164/reviews) | **[4.5 (400 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-stopwatch-sc/id1328418973/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 39 | **400** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.2 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Louisiana State University](https://appshunter.io/developer/386079207) | [Seconds Count Timing Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1328418972) |

## What reviewers say

### LSU Shield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lsu-shield/id796370164)

This safety app connects users with university safety forces during emergencies. It allows for sending crime tips with media, creating a peer-to-peer safety network for location tracking, and accessing campus safety resources.

**Highlights:** Emergency contact with university safety forces, Send crime tips with photos/videos, Peer-to-peer location tracking (Safety Check), Access campus safety resources, Emergency procedures guide

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Video Stopwatch SC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-stopwatch-sc/id1328418973)

Record, track, and analyze timing data from videos or manual input. Compare performances side-by-side and organize results in detailed datasheets. Enhance training with advanced video analysis tools.

**Highlights:** Record and analyze video timing, Manual logging stopwatch, Side-by-side video comparison, Organized data sheets, Frame-by-frame review, Solo training mode, Advanced video controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⏱️ Precise timing by milliseconds
- 🏎️ Helpful for lap times (bike, BMX)
- 🍎 Useful for physics projects/education
- ↔️ Ability to compare two videos
- 🌟 Incredible functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💾 Does not save locally
- 📤 Cannot export files (crashes)
- 📺 Low resolution (720p)
- 🔄 Screen cannot be flipped
- 🤏 Finicky and hard to record with

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when exporting files
- App freezes when importing videos
- Videos not saved after import attempt
- App not working after subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to flip screen for recording
- Local saving of videos
- File export functionality
- Higher resolution options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LSU Shield free?

LSU Shield is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Video Stopwatch SC free?

Video Stopwatch SC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LSU Shield or Video Stopwatch SC?

Video Stopwatch SC is rated higher. LSU Shield averages 4.2 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Video Stopwatch SC averages 4.5 from 400 ratings.

### Do LSU Shield or Video Stopwatch SC have ads?

Neither LSU Shield nor Video Stopwatch SC shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LSU Shield or Video Stopwatch SC?

LSU Shield ships an update every 6 months, and Video Stopwatch SC fortnightly. Most recently, LSU Shield was updated on October 31, 2026 and Video Stopwatch SC on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*