Best Chess Timer Retro Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating

20 free apps & games

Updated September 2026

Finding the right chess timer retro apps and games can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps and games to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Chess Timer Retro Apps & Games (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Chess Timer Retro	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
2	Chess Timer - Simple	Free	5.0★ (8)	No	No	Jul 2026
3	Chess Timer	Free	4.3★ (55)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
4	Chess Timer: Clock for Chess	Free	4.2★ (37)	No	Yes	Jul 2026
5	Chess Clock By Nano Chess	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
6	Chess Timer - Chess Clock	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
7	Triple Chess Timer	Free	—	No	No	Aug 2026
8	Chess Clock by Chess.com	Free	4.6★ (338)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Chess Timer Retro

#1

Chess Timer Retro by Friends Indeed, LLC

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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#2

Chess Timer - Simple by Manuel Lopez

Time your chess match. No ads.

Strong Contender

5.0(8 ratings)

Free

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A straightforward chess clock app designed for timing matches. It offers essential functions like pausing and resetting the timer, with customizable time intervals. The app is free and free of ads, in-app purchases, and tracking.

#3

Chess Timer by DAVID CROOKS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Simple Chess Clock

Worth Considering

4.3(55 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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A straightforward dual timer designed for over-the-board chess and other two-player competitive games. It allows for customizable time increments, delays, and overtime limits, functioning as a simple chess clock or for games like Scrabble and Go.

More Chess Timer Retro apps to explore

Chess Timer: Clock for Chess

Chess Timer: Clock for Chess

Chess Timer: Clock for Chess

Chess Timer for Precision Play

This app provides a user-friendly and reliable timer for chess games. Customize time settings and interface themes to suit your play style, from quick blitz to long strategic matches. Perfect for casual players and tournament participants alike.

Flexible time settingsCustomizable interface themesUser-friendly design

Chess Clock By Nano Chess

Chess Clock By Nano Chess

Chess Clock By Nano Chess

The ultimate timer for chess

Chess Timer - Chess Clock

Chess Timer - Chess Clock

Chess Timer - Chess Clock

#1 Game Timer for Chess

This app provides a fast and reliable clock for chess games, offering instant turn switching and customizable time controls. It features sound cues, clean themes, and offline functionality, making it ideal for various chess formats.

One-tap turn switchingCustomizable time controlsSound cues

Triple Chess Timer

Triple Chess Timer

Triple Chess Timer

by MartinJan Gaasbeek

Chess Clock by Chess.com

Chess Clock by Chess.com

Chess Clock by Chess.com

The Best Game Timer for Chess

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.

Customizable time controlsFischer and Bronstein incrementsMultiple-stage time controls

Chess Timer & Clock

Chess Timer & Clock

Chess Timer & Clock

Game Buzzer & Elo Tracker

Modern Chess Clock

Modern Chess Clock

Modern Chess Clock

Best Chess Clock

Chess Clock - Timer

Chess Clock - Timer

Chess Clock - Timer

by Nandha Kumar Ravi

Chess Clock: Board & Go Timer

Chess Clock: Board & Go Timer

Chess Clock: Board & Go Timer

Shogi, Byo-yomi, Fischer, 2–6

Chess Timer (P2P Clock)

Chess Timer (P2P Clock)

Chess Timer (P2P Clock)

One game two phones

Chess Timer - Game Clock

Chess Timer - Game Clock

Chess Timer - Game Clock

The Best Game Timer for Chess

Classic Chess Game Clock

Classic Chess Game Clock

Classic Chess Game Clock

Tiny Chess Game Timing Tool

📊 Productivity

Chess Clock (Timer)

Chess Clock (Timer)

Chess Clock (Timer)

Pro Check Clock 2023

Chess Timer - Game Clock

Chess Timer - Game Clock

Chess Timer - Game Clock

by SimpleInnovation LLC

This app provides a simple and fast way to manage chess game times. It offers various game modes, a pause function, and customizable themes with a user-friendly interface.

Easy-to-read buttonsNice animationsMultiple game modes

Speed Chess Timer

Speed Chess Timer

Speed Chess Timer

chess clock, chess stopwatch

This application provides a precise and customizable timer for chess matches. It features a user-friendly interface with visual and audio alerts to help players manage their time effectively during games of all formats.

Accurate timer for chess gamesCustomizable clock settingsUser-friendly interface

free with in-app purchases

Time Control for Chess

Time Control for Chess

Time Control for Chess

Over the board timekeeping

This app provides a simple and intuitive way to manage chess game timers for over-the-board play. It supports various increment types and offers visual and haptic feedback for moves. Users can easily switch between light and dark modes.

Multiple increment types (Fischer, Bronstein, US Delay)At-a-glance time displayOne-tap turn switching

Chess Clock & Chess Timer

Chess Clock & Chess Timer

Chess Clock & Chess Timer

Bronstein & Fischer Game Board

This app provides a tournament-ready chess clock for over-the-board games. It offers customizable time controls, including increments and delays, and supports features like time odds for uneven matchups. Enjoy a clean interface with sound cues and mid-game adjustments.

Tournament-ready chess clockCustomizable time controls (increment, delay)Time odds for uneven matchups

🎬 Entertainment

FAQ about Chess Timer Retro

Are there free chess timer retro apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top chess timer retro apps & games we rank are free to download, including Chess Timer Retro and Chess Timer - Simple.

Does Chess Timer Retro have ads or in-app purchases?

Chess Timer Retro has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many chess timer retro apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 249+ chess timer retro apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.