Best Chess Clock App

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating

18 free apps & games

Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good chess clock app. We benchmark 247+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Chess Clock App (July 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Chess Clock by Chess.com	Free	4.6★ (338)	No	No	Aug 2026
2	ChessClock+	Free	4.9★ (101)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
3	Chess Clock App	$0.99	1.0★ (1)	No	No	May 2026
4	Chess Clock - Free	Free	5.0★ (2)	No	No	May 2026
5	Chess.com - Play and Learn	Free	4.8★ (800K)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
6	Chess Clock - Game Timer	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026
7	Chess Clock \| Bonus + Delay	Free was $0.99	—	No	No	Aug 2026
8	Chess ∙	Free	4.5★ (205K)	Yes	No	Aug 2026

Top Picks for Chess Clock App

#1

Chess Clock by Chess.com by Chess.com

The Best Game Timer for Chess

Editor's Choice

🎮 Games

4.6😊(338 ratings)

Free

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This free app functions as a digital chess clock, offering customizable time controls for any game. It supports various increment and delay types, multiple stages, and handicapping, making it ideal for casual play and tournaments. Adjust time on the fly and enjoy clear displays and audio alerts.

What We Love

⏱️ Simple and easy to use
🔒 No ads or data collection
🎨 Intuitive and clean interface
🔊 Satisfying click sound effects

Room to Improve

🐛 Sound issues (no sound in silent mode, changed sound)
🔍 Difficulty reading in bright outdoor settings
🤖 Limited functionality (can't set different times for players)

#2

ChessClock+ by Brad Bambara

Simple & highly customizable.

Strong Contender

🔧 Utilities

4.9(101 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Enhance your chess games with customizable time controls. Set unique settings for each player, including multiple time phases, various delay types, and hourglass mode. Personalize alerts, colors, and clock orientation for an optimal experience.

#3

Chess Clock App by Piet Jonas

Worth Considering

🔧 Utilities

1.0(1 ratings)

$0.99

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This application functions as a dual-clock timer for two players, ideal for games like chess. It precisely tracks each player's move time, ensuring fair play and preventing excessive delays. The timer can count down or up, and features a pause function for both players.

More Chess Clock App apps to explore

Chess Clock - Free

Chess Clock - Free

by Vicki Partridge

A simple and free digital timer designed for chess games. It features large, easy-to-press buttons and customizable game lengths, with an alarm to signal when time runs out.

Free to useCustomizable game lengthsLarge, easy-to-press buttons

Chess.com - Play and Learn

Chess.com - Play and Learn

Online Lessons and Puzzles

Engage in online and offline chess matches with millions of players worldwide. Improve your skills through interactive lessons, over 500,000 puzzles, and powerful AI opponents. Compete in tournaments and explore various chess variants.

Online multiplayer chessOffline play against AIExtensive puzzle library

free with in-app purchases

Chess Clock - Game Timer

Chess Clock - Game Timer

Professional chess clock

Chess Clock | Bonus + Delay

Chess Clock | Bonus + Delay

by Skyler Kelly

$0.99 | 100% OFF

by Optime Software LLC

Experience a visually appealing and engaging chess game on your iPhone and iPod Touch. Play against friends or a customizable AI opponent with features like undo and automatic saving. Enjoy a free, ad-supported experience.

1 and 2 player gameplayChallenging computer opponentGreat graphics and sound

DuelTempo: Chess Clock

DuelTempo: Chess Clock

Reliable OTB Game Timer

Chess Clock - TurnTime

Chess Clock - TurnTime

Tournament chess timer

Chess Clock Timers

Chess Clock Timers

Tournament Game Time Control

A fun, flexible chess timer

Mini Chess Clock

Mini Chess Clock

Super Auto Pets

Super Auto Pets

Chill auto battler

Assemble a team of adorable pets with distinct skills to compete against others. This free-to-play auto battler offers a relaxed pace for building and battling. Engage in asynchronous multiplayer or intense real-time matches.

Build unique pet teamsAsynchronous multiplayer arenaSynchronous 8-player versus mode

free with in-app purchases

Kizami - Chess Clock

Kizami - Chess Clock

Multiple time control

Developed by Umesh

Chess Clock by idChess

Chess Clock by idChess

Chess Clock by idChess

ChessTimr - Minimalistic Clock

ChessTimr - Minimalistic Clock

Your simple and precise Clock

Chess Clock & Scoresheet

Chess Clock & Scoresheet

Professional Chess Clock

Transform your device into a professional chess clock with advanced move recording. Supports voice, handwriting, and manual input for casual games to tournaments. Offers PGN export for analysis and a beautiful, customizable interface.

Professional time controls with incrementVoice and handwriting move recognitionManual move entry

Chess Random Clock

Chess Random Clock

Fun Chess Clock

FAQ about Chess Clock App

What is the best chess clock app for iPhone?

Chess Clock by Chess.com tops our chess clock app ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 338 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free chess clock app for iPhone?

Yes — 18 of the top chess clock app we rank are free to download, including Chess Clock by Chess.com and ChessClock+.

Does Chess Clock by Chess.com have ads or in-app purchases?

Chess Clock by Chess.com has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.

How many chess clock app are on the App Store?

We track 247+ chess clock app on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does the Chess Clock app do?

This app acts as a digital chess clock, replacing a physical clock for chess games. It allows users to set various time controls, including base time, per-move delays, and bonus time, supporting different increment types like Fischer and Bronstein. It's designed to handle any time control needed for a game.

What are the key features of this chess clock app?

Key features include large, easy-to-read buttons, landscape and portrait orientation support, quick customization of favorite time controls, support for multiple-stage time controls, handicapping for different player times, and the ability to adjust time remaining mid-game. It also includes automatic pausing on interruption and manual pausing.