# Stopwatch  ( Timer ) vs Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Stopwatch  ( Timer ) at 5.0 against Timer's 4.4. Stopwatch  ( Timer ) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Timer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (81 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Stopwatch  ( Timer ) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stopwatch  ( Timer ) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer has 81 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Stopwatch  ( Timer ) ships an update every 3 months, Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stopwatch  ( Timer ) | Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-timer/id914317985/reviews)** | [4.4 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-kitchen-timer-and-stopwatch/id1085996619/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **81** |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EONSOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/899851112) | [woodsmall inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/708077492) |

## What reviewers say

### Stopwatch  ( Timer )

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-timer/id914317985)

This application provides a straightforward and rapid stopwatch function. It accurately measures elapsed time in seconds, allowing users to easily start, stop, and record durations for various activities.

**Highlights:** Easy to use interface, Fast operation, Accurate time measurement, Start and stop functionality, Records elapsed time

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-kitchen-timer-and-stopwatch/id1085996619)

This utility app provides a simple and stylish timer and stopwatch. It offers background notifications, customizable themes and alarm sounds, and vibration options. An optional plugin can remove ads.

**Highlights:** Background timer notifications, Selectable theme colors, Selectable alarm sounds, Vibration on/off, Tablet support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $0.49 | per month |
| Annual plan | $5.99 | per year |
| Pay in full | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stopwatch  ( Timer ) free?

Stopwatch  ( Timer ) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Timer free?

Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stopwatch  ( Timer ) or Timer?

Stopwatch  ( Timer ) is rated higher. Stopwatch  ( Timer ) averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Timer averages 4.4 from 81 ratings.

### Do Stopwatch  ( Timer ) or Timer have ads?

Both Stopwatch  ( Timer ) and Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stopwatch  ( Timer ) or Timer?

Stopwatch  ( Timer ) ships an update every 3 months, and Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Stopwatch  ( Timer ) was updated on October 5, 2026 and Timer on October 10, 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.*