Comparison

Par Timer vs DryFire Pro

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

Head to head
About

Par Timer

Practice your shooting competition par times with this simple timer. Set your desired par time and choose from various start delay options to beat the clock. Designed for USPSA and IDPA shooters.

Highlights
  • Practice par times for USPSA/IDPA
  • Adjustable par time
  • Random, instant, or 3-second start delay
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Large start/stop button
Features
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Par can be used to practice par times for USPSA or IDPA. You set a par time and try to beat the clock, simple as that. Features: - Random, Instant, or 3 Second start delay. - Adjustable par time, to tenths of a second. - Very easy to use. - Large button to start/stop timer. To change the start time, simply tap it to toggle between 3 seconds, random, and instant. To change the par time, simply tap it to type in a new par time, or use the plus and minus buttons to adjust tenths. Make sure your phone is not muted and the sound is up to hear sounds. Note: Does NOT detect audible gunshots, this app is for timing purposes only.

About

DryFire Pro

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*** LIMITED-TIME LAUNCH PRICE! (Save 80% today) *** Download now to lock in the full pro version at this special introductory price before it returns to its regular price of $4.99. Train smarter, faster, and cheaper at home. DryFire Pro is a specialized Par Timer designed specifically for DryFire Pro is a specialized Par Timer designed specifically for firearm owners dedicated to improving their draw speed, target acquisition, and trigger control through dry-fire practice. It replaces bulky, expensive hardware shot timers for your at-home drills. Designed with a minimalist, tactical aesthetic, it focuses on the one feature that matters most for solo training: The Par Time Drill. KEY FEATURES: • PRECISE PAR TIMES: Set your goal time (e.g., a sub-second draw). Push your limits systematically. • RANDOMIZED START DELAY: Simulate real-world unpredictability. Set a delay range (e.g., 2-4 seconds) to ensure you are reacting to the beep, not anticipating it. • TACTICAL CUES: High-contrast visual feedback (screen turns bright GREEN on start, RED on time-out) paired with loud, piercing audio alerts that cut through passive ear protection. • HAPTIC FEEDBACK: Feel the start and stop signals for an enhanced sensory training experience. • ZERO DISTRACTIONS: No ads. No account registration. No bloated social features. Just a reliable tool that works instantly. PERFECT FOR: • USPSA / IDPA / IPSC competitors practicing classifiers. • Law enforcement and tactical shooters refining holster work. • New firearm owners building fundamental muscle memory safely. Save your ammo for the range. Master your skills at home with DryFire Pro. --- IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: This application is intended for DRY-FIRE practice ONLY (no live ammunition). Always follow the fundamental rules of firearm safety: Treat every firearm as if it were loaded. Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target. Know your target and what is beyond it. Ensure your firearm is completely unloaded and no live ammunition is in your training area before starting practice.

Screenshots

Par Timer4 screens
DryFire Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Par Timer at #197 against DryFire Pro's unranked. Par Timer also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). DryFire Pro's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Par Timer costs $0.99 and DryFire Pro $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 6 level
Par Timer versus DryFire Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPar TimerDryFire Pro
Price$0.99 — better$1.99
Positive reviews65.4% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 17 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotus Apps LLC天 解

In-app purchases

None

Par Timer

No in-app purchases

None

DryFire Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Par Timer free?
Par Timer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DryFire Pro free?
DryFire Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Par Timer or DryFire Pro have ads?
Neither Par Timer nor DryFire Pro shows ads.

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