Comparison

Multi vs Video Stopwatch SC

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

Head to head
About

Multi

This app offers multiple stopwatches with advanced features like parallel or sequential timing modes. It's designed for tracking multiple events or participants simultaneously, with customizable displays and background operation for accurate timing.

Highlights
  • Multiple stopwatches
  • Parallel and Sprint modes
  • Customizable display options
  • Background operation
  • Apple Watch support
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Multi-Stopwatch extends your normal stopwatch with many useful additional functions. Multiple stopwatches • Stop several times simultaneously • Use the 2 modes "Normal" and "Sprint". In "Normal" mode the stopwatches run in parallel. In "Switch" mode only one stopwatch runs at a time. If another stopwatch is started, the previous one pauses automatically. Sprint Mode • You want to track many runners, swimmers? Then the sprint mode is perfect for you • The large buttons and the haptic feedback help to operate without having to look at the iPhone Platforms • In addition to the iPhone app, Multi-Stopwatch is now also optimized for your iPad • Use Multi-Stopwatch now on your Apple Watch Customizability • Adjust the multi-stopwatch exactly to your needs • Need a bigger toolbar? Do you want the times to be displayed to the nearest second? You can set it now • You want to show the number of rounds and the last round, hide the name for it? You can set it now • When you tap on the stopwatch, you don't want to stop the time but see details? You can set it now Of course, the stopwatches also run in the background with millisecond accuracy. Perfect e.g. for sports teachers, doctors, time recording, DLRG, races and much more. Subscription terms: - The subscription auto-renews at the end of each term. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. - You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy and Terms of Use: https://applorium.com/privacy-multi-stopwatch

About

Video Stopwatch SC

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
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Video Stopwatch The world’s most versatile and comprehensive mobile timing and training application. Feature rich and simple to use. Patent Pending technology allows you to record, track, save, compare and analyze all of your critical time and performance data. Record your event and set timing markers after to gain greater precision. Save your timing data in data sheets to stay organized. The compare videos tool allows you to compare 2 videos side by side. Videos always begin at the start marker which makes synchronizing videos a breeze. Patent pending video stopwatch allows you to record an event or training session and then review frame by frame to precisely mark the start, lap and/or multiple finish times. If you are recording a race, Seconds Count can mark the finish points of all competitors and display each finish time and the time distance between each competitor. Data Sheets Store lap and finish times from manual and video timing in datasheets. Add text, dates and comments to cells to keep information organized. With thousands of columns and rows on each data sheet, there is plenty of room to store all of your records Manual Logging Stopwatch A manual stopwatch function can be deployed when video is not needed or used that will automatically log the results in a data sheet. Additional Labels and dates can be added to give these times organization as well. Solo Training Tool: Pro Subscription Required (1 Month Free Trial Available) A solo training function allows user to set app to automatically record multiple videos with a user selectable rest period in between each video allowing the user to repeatedly record themselves and later analyze their performance. Developing consistency is one of the keys to success. Compare Videos Tool: Pro Subscription Required (1 Month Free Trial Available) Improve your form and technique analysis with the compare videos tool. Videos are locked to move synchronously or can be unlocked to move independently. Videos always begin at the start marker which makes synchronizing them a breeze. Pro Subscription - Annual Pro Subscription ($5.99 per year) Subscription includes: - Introductory 1 Month Free Trial - Solo Training Tool - Compare Videos Tool - 60fps and 120fps Video Frame Rate Capability - Time Scroller Opacity Setting - Video Stabilization Setting - Video Brightness Control - Video Trimming Tool - Video Uploading to Web Application - Video Imports - Data Sheet Templates - Data Sheet Split Times - Freezing Data Sheet Headers An introductory 1 Month Free Trial will be given to new subscribers. Pending free trial eligibility, payment will be charged to iTunes Account at the end of the free trial unless cancelled 24 hours prior to the end of the current trial period. If not eligible for free trial, payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://secondscount.com/support Take your timing and technique analysis to the next level with Seconds Count. Check us out at www.secondscount.com.

Screenshots

Multi4 screens
Video Stopwatch SC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Video Stopwatch SC at freemium against Multi's subscription. Video Stopwatch SC also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 64%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Multi sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Video Stopwatch SC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Multi against 4.5 for Video Stopwatch SC. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 624 and 356 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Multi's written reviews are positive against 83% of Video Stopwatch SC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Multi ships an update every 2 weeks, Video Stopwatch SC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Multi versus Video Stopwatch SC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiVideo Stopwatch SC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (624 ratings)4.5 (356 ratings)
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings624 — better356
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplorium LtdSeconds Count Timing Systems LLC

Customer experience

Multi

All ratings624 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews110 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral6.4%
Negative30.0%

Video Stopwatch SC

All ratings356 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

Multi

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Video Stopwatch SC

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Multi

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Multi-Stopwatch Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Multi-Stopwatch pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Remove Ad$0.99
  • Stopwatch Pro$5.99
  • Multi Stopwatch Pro$19.99
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  • Multi Stopwatch Pro$39.99
1 purchases

Video Stopwatch SC

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Pro Subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Year

Questions

Is Multi free?
Multi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Stopwatch SC free?
Video Stopwatch SC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Multi or Video Stopwatch SC?
Multi and Video Stopwatch SC are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 624 and 356 ratings respectively.
Do Multi or Video Stopwatch SC have ads?
Neither Multi nor Video Stopwatch SC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Multi or Video Stopwatch SC?
Multi ships an update every 2 weeks, and Video Stopwatch SC fortnightly. Most recently, Multi was updated on October 19, 2026 and Video Stopwatch SC on October 16, 2026.

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