Comparison

Regatta Timer Watch vs Watch Sailing Timer

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

Head to head
About

Regatta Timer Watch

Sailboat racers can achieve perfect starts with this ISAF-compliant countdown timer. It offers customizable countdown sequences, audible alerts, and a sync function to align with race committee signals. The app runs natively on Apple Watch and can also be used on iPhone.

Highlights
  • ISAF compliant countdown timer
  • Customizable countdown sequences (1-5 minutes)
  • Audible alerts and haptic feedback
  • Sync function for race committee alignment
  • Natively runs on Apple Watch
  • iPhone compatibility
Features
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Make the perfect start when sailboat racing, using this ISAF compliant countdown timer with sync function. The default countdown timer is the 5 minutes start sequence (ISAF 5.4.1.0), but you can change the sequence easily just by changing the countdown time to 4, 3, 2 or 1 minute. During the countdown to the start signal, alert beeps are played on the Apple Watch each minute & ‘taps on your wrist’ inform you how much time is left until the start signal (be sure to keep your screen on!) Did you miss the initial warning signal by a couple of seconds ? No problem: just use the sync function at the next warning signal and the countdown timer will synchronise with the racing committee timer. The sync function is always 'sync down' - even if you were a full minute 'late', you can sync at the next signal with a press on the sync button. Are you not sure how many minutes you are from the start signal ? Just check if the flags on the racing committee boat are corresponding with the flags on your screen. It is not necessary that your Apple Watch is connected to your iPhone: the app runs natively on Apple Watch. You can even choose to install the app only on your Apple Watch. Although Regatta Timer Watch is optimised for Apple Watch, you can also use it with only an iPhone: Apple Watch is optional. Happy Sailing ! -------- Pro-Tips: 1. Allow the HealthKit permissions to keep running in the background - even with wrist down you will have countdown sounds & haptics 2. Set the 'Return to clock' setting to 'After 1 hour': Since you want the timer to remain visible during the countdown, it is recommended to disable the 'Return to clock' feature on your Apple Watch: Settings > General > Return to clock > After 1 hour (Regatta Timer will remain active for 1 hour). If you don't change this setting and your display returns to the clock, just double press the Digital Crown to go back to the Regatta Timer countdown timer.

About

Watch Sailing Timer

This app provides a dedicated timer for sailing races, featuring customizable countdowns, haptic feedback, and Apple Health integration. It offers an intuitive interface optimized for Apple Watch, allowing for quick adjustments and seamless workout tracking.

Highlights
  • Customizable countdowns
  • Haptic feedback
  • Apple Health integration
  • Action Button support
  • Watch face complications
  • Background mode
Features
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The Perfect Standalone Watch App for Sailors and Yacht Racing Enthusiast! - Simple and easy-to-read countdown - Sync time to the nearest minute - Voice count down - Action Button support on Apple Watch Ultra - Start a countdown from the watch face - Turn the Digital Crown to add or subtract a minute at a time from your countdown — adjust the running timer without stopping it. The app also integrates with Apple Health to track your sailing workouts. All in a beautiful app. Key Features: - Choose from predefined countdowns (1 to 5 minutes) or select up to 5 custom durations to suit your training needs. - Start a countdown directly from your watch face – perfect for that sudden warning signal. - Start a countdown by pressing the Action Button on Apple Watch Ultra. Press again to sync time! Easy! Optional Apple Health Integration - HealthKit support: Automatically log your sailing workouts in HealthKit to keep track of your training and races. User-Friendly Interface - Intuitive design: A sleek, easy-to-navigate interface tailored for Apple Watch, so you can control your timer even under challenging conditions. - Haptic feedback: Feel vibrations every minute during the countdown, and at 30, 20, 10, and the final 5 seconds. - Background mode: The countdown continues even when the app runs in the background. Custom Settings - Personalize your experience: Adjust haptic feedback, select preferred countdown durations, and choose whether to save workouts to HealthKit. - Decide if you want to display the duration of the workout after the start. Action Button Support - Press once when you hear the warning signal to start the timer. - Press again to sync time. - Press the Action Button and the side button together to pause. - Press them again to reset the timer, ready for a new countdown. Make sure to allow Apple Health to fully utilize the Action Button. Permission is required before the Action Button can start a workout and thus a countdown. The app does not store anything in Health or read any data — unless you enable it in settings. --- Get Started Today! Download Watch Sailing Timer now and take the first step towards mastering your sailing routine. Whether you're training for a championship or enjoying leisurely races, our app is your perfect sailing partner. --- Experience the ultimate in sailing timer technology—only on Apple Watch.

Screenshots

Regatta Timer Watch3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Watch Sailing Timer at 100% against Regatta Timer Watch's 21%. Watch Sailing Timer also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months) and chart position (#66 vs unranked). Regatta Timer Watch's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Regatta Timer Watch costs $2.99 and Watch Sailing Timer $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Regatta Timer Watch ships an update every 4 months, Watch Sailing Timer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Regatta Timer Watch versus Watch Sailing Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRegatta Timer WatchWatch Sailing Timer
Price$2.99 — better$4.99
Positive reviews21.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#66 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDigitmediaSoeren Steen

Customer experience

Regatta Timer Watch

Written reviews28 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral21.4%
Negative57.1%

Watch Sailing Timer

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Regatta Timer Watch

No in-app purchases

None

Watch Sailing Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Regatta Timer Watch free?
Regatta Timer Watch costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Watch Sailing Timer free?
Watch Sailing Timer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Regatta Timer Watch or Watch Sailing Timer have ads?
Neither Regatta Timer Watch nor Watch Sailing Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Regatta Timer Watch or Watch Sailing Timer?
Regatta Timer Watch ships an update every 4 months, and Watch Sailing Timer every 3 days. Most recently, Regatta Timer Watch was updated on September 21, 2026 and Watch Sailing Timer on September 17, 2026.

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