# Multi vs Video Stopwatch SC

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Multi | Video Stopwatch SC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (624 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multi-stopwatch/id933638040/reviews) | [4.5 (356 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-stopwatch-sc/id1328418973/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **624** | 356 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 26 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Seconds Count Timing Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1328418972) |

## What reviewers say

### Multi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multi-stopwatch/id933638040)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Multi-Stopwatch Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Multi-Stopwatch pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ad | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stopwatch Pro | $5.99 | one-time |
| Multi Stopwatch Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Multi Stopwatch Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


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