Comparison

Visual Timers vs Chronix

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

Head to head
About

Visual Timers

This app allows you to manage multiple timers simultaneously with a visually appealing interface. It offers customization options and ensures alarms sound even when the app is in the background or closed. It respects silent mode and do not disturb settings.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous timer display
  • Customizable timer names and durations
  • Background timer operation
  • Respects silent mode
  • Respects Do Not Disturb
  • Audible and vibration alerts
Features
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One of the most visually stunning timers ever conceived for the App Store, Visual Timers allow you to see the progression of up to 6 timers simultaneously on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. The timers were carefully designed to be aesthetically pleasing and functional, making it to easy to start, pause, reset and customize them. Your timers will go off even if Visual Timers is in the background or has been completely terminated! It will vibrate once and sound the original Marimba iPhone tune once a timer has expired. Silent Mode and Do Not Disturb (both are respected) Silent Mode - Visual Timers will respect your desire to have your iOS device silenced and no audible alarm will be heard when this is on. This is great for when you are in a movie theater or when you are around a sleeping baby, for example, and you forgot to turn off a running timer. Do Not Disturb - Visual Timers will respect your desire to not be disturbed and no audible alarm will be heard when your iOS device is set to Do Not Disturb and turned off (including when you are in the locked screen). This is great for when you have gone to bed and wish to not be disturbed regardless of any timers you may have left running. CUSTOMIZING A TIMER • Tap and hold one of the timers. The Timer Setup page will appear, and prompt for the timer name and duration. When you are finished, tap Done. STARTING A TIMER • To start a timer, simply tap it. PAUSING A TIMER • To pause a timer that is currently running, simply tap it. RESETTING A TIMER • Tap and hold one of the timers. The Timer Setup page will appear. Tap the Done button to close the Timer Setup page. This will also reset the timer. AUDIBLE ALARMS • To hear audible alarms from Visual Timers, please do not have your iOS device set to Silent Mode or Do Not Disturb.

About

Chronix

Features
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Elevate your chess experience with Chronix, specially crafted to bring precision timing and peace of mind to your games. Designed for both casual players and seasoned pros, this app redefines how you manage your chess matches. Key Features: - Peer-to-Peer Connectivity: Sync your ChessClock with opponents' devices for synchronized timing, ensuring fair and accurate gameplay. - Enhanced Security: Safeguard your valuable device by keeping it in a secure location while Chronix handles the timing for you. Say goodbye to leaving your expensive phone vulnerable on park benches or tables. - Intuitive Interface: Effortlessly control and adjust time settings using the app's user-friendly interface, designed for quick and easy operation. - Customizable Settings: Tailor the clock to your preferences with adjustable time increments, delay options, and more. - Time Control Templates: Choose from a variety of classic time controls, including Blitz, Rapid, USCF, FIDE, and more. - Vibrant Visuals: Experience clear and vibrant time displays that keep you informed at a glance, without disrupting your focus. Whether you're challenging friends in a park, a cafe, or at home, Chronix ensures your device's security and lets you focus on what truly matters - the game. Download now and rediscover chess with the confidence of knowing your device is safe and your timing is spot on. Your feedback is integral as we continue to enhance Chronix. Play smarter, play secure.

Screenshots

Visual Timers4 screens
Chronix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Visual Timers at 6.0 against Chronix's 16.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Visual Timers versus Chronix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual TimersChronix
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSinSoft, Inc.Chess Moves LLC

In-app purchases

None

Visual Timers

No in-app purchases

None

Chronix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Visual Timers free?
Visual Timers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chronix free?
Chronix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Visual Timers or Chronix have ads?
Neither Visual Timers nor Chronix shows ads.

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