Best Speed Chess Clock Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating

19 free apps & games

Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.8★, the speed chess clock category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Speed Chess Clock Apps & Games (August 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Chess Clock by Chess.com	Free	4.6★ (338)	No	No	Aug 2026
2	Chess Timer & Clock by Chessy	Free	—	No	Yes	May 2026
3	Chess Clock & Chess Timer	Free	4.6★ (9)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
4	Chess.com - Play and Learn	Free	4.8★ (812K)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
5	Just Chess Clock	Free	—	No	No	Aug 2026
6	Digital Chess Clock	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026
7	Timely: Advanced Chess Clock	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
8	Chess Clock: Blitz Timer	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026

Top Picks for Speed Chess Clock

#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

Chess Timer & Clock by Chessy by Lado Tatishvili

Blitz, Rapid, Classic & Speed

Strong Contender

🔧 Utilities

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#3

Chess Clock & Chess Timer by Maksym Farynets

Bronstein & Fischer Game Board

Worth Considering

🎬 Entertainment

4.6(9 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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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.

More Speed Chess Clock apps to explore

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

Just Chess Clock

Just Chess Clock

Simple timer for real games

Digital Chess Clock

Digital Chess Clock

A tournament clock for two

Timely: Advanced Chess Clock

Timely: Advanced Chess Clock

Maximum focus for your game

Chess Clock: Blitz Timer

Chess Clock: Blitz Timer

Rapid & Bullet Modes – No Ads

Chess Clock - Timer

Chess Clock - Timer

by Nandha Kumar Ravi

Simple & highly customizable.

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.

Customizable time controls per playerMultiple time phases (e.g., per move)Fischer, Bronstein, and simple delay options

free with in-app purchases

Flag: Chess Clock & Timer

Flag: Chess Clock & Timer

Fischer · Bronstein · Delay

Chess Clock: Blitz & Timer

Chess Clock: Blitz & Timer

Game Clock for Board Games

$3.99 | 100% OFF

Pro Chess Timer & Game Clock

🎬 Entertainment

Tap: Chess Clock

Tap: Chess Clock

Two-player game timer

Chess Clock | Bonus + Delay

Chess Clock | Bonus + Delay

by Skyler Kelly

$0.99 | 100% OFF

Chess Clock Plus

Chess Clock Plus

Timer for players

Tiny Chess Clock

Tiny Chess Clock

Simple Chess Timing

Transform your iOS device into a free chess clock. This app offers simple controls for popular time controls like Blitz, Rapid, and Classic. Customize your games with optional Delay and Increment settings for precise timing.

Free to useSimple controlsPopular time controls (Blitz, Rapid, Classic)

Chess Clock Timer

Chess Clock Timer

by Christopher Hutton

YARN Chess Clock

YARN Chess Clock

A modern and sleek chess clock

This app provides a clean and reliable timer for over-the-board chess games. It offers quick start options, popular time presets, and customizable controls for casual play or tournaments. Enjoy a seamless chess timing experience without ads or account requirements.

One-tap start and switchPopular time control presetsCustomizable time controls

FAQ about Speed Chess Clock

What are the best speed chess clock apps & games for iPhone?

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

Are there free speed chess clock apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top speed chess clock apps & games we rank are free to download, including Chess Clock by Chess.com and Chess Timer & Clock by Chessy.

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 August 2026.

How many speed chess clock apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 248+ speed chess clock apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 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.