Best Stopwatch Running Apps

205+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated May 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our stopwatch running list covers 205+ iPhone apps updated through May 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Stopwatch Running Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Stopwatch ٞStopwatch ٞFree4.5★ (1.2K)YesNoAug 2026
2Stopwatch‰Stopwatch‰Free4.9★ (32K)YesNoAug 2026
3Stopwatch 2025Stopwatch 2025Free was $2.995.0★ (14)YesYesAug 2026
4StopWatch for Cross CountryStopWatch for Cross Country$1.994.2★ (56)NoNoAug 2026
5Stopwatch + reading out loudStopwatch + reading out loudFree4.9★ (11)NoNoJun 2026
6Timer Plus - Workouts TimerTimer Plus - Workouts TimerFree4.8★ (59K)YesYesAug 2026
7Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
8Group sports stopwatchGroup sports stopwatchFree5.0★ (2)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Stopwatch Running

Stopwatch ٞ#1

Stopwatch ٞ by UniCom Technology

Running & Jogging Fitness
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(1.2K ratings)
FreeAds
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This stopwatch app offers continuous timing even after relaunch or inactivity. It provides sound and vibration notifications for start, stop, and lap actions, with customizable options. It also supports synchronization with widgets and smartwatches for seamless use across devices.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Works well
  • 👍 Good app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keeps asking for a review
  • 🐛 Resets to zero every day
  • 🐛 Loses time on Apple Watch
Stopwatch‰#2

Stopwatch‰ by Tim O's Studios, LLC

Simple large display Stopwatch
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.9😊(32K ratings)
FreeAds
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This utility app offers a straightforward stopwatch experience with a large, easy-to-read display and simple two-button operation. It's designed for users who need a no-fuss timer for quick and accurate timekeeping.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and efficient
  • 👍 Large, easy-to-read numbers
  • 👍 Straightforward, no-frills design
  • 👍 Reliable and accurate

Room to Improve

  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🔍 Small ad banner can be distracting
  • 🔍 Ads placed too close to buttons
Stopwatch 2025#3

Stopwatch 2025 by Simon Burgess

Stopwatch with multiple themes
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(14 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This utility app offers a clear LCD display and analog dials for precise timekeeping. It supports lap recording with a secondary timer for current lap duration, multiple themes, and multilingual options.

More Stopwatch Running apps to explore

4
StopWatch for Cross Country
StopWatch for Cross Country
StopWatch for Cross Country
Get Estimated Times & More
$1.99

This stopwatch is designed specifically for cross country and road races, allowing coaches, runners, and fans to accurately time events. It offers features like volume button control, custom event and split creation, and the ability to time multiple athletes simultaneously. The app also supports importing/exporting athletes and teams, and provides detailed performance analysis.

Volume button start/stop/lap controlCustom event and split creationTime multiple athletes simultaneously
⚽ Sports
(56)
paid
5
Stopwatch + reading out loud
Stopwatch + reading out loud
Stopwatch + reading out loud
Multiple use is possible
Free

This utility app offers a versatile stopwatch with lap timing, split measurements, and the ability to create multiple simultaneous stopwatches. It features an audible readout function for measured times and automatic data saving with calendar and chart views for progress tracking.

Multiple simultaneous stopwatchesLap and split time measurementAudible readout of measured times
🔧 Utilities
(11)
free
6
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness Training at Home, Gym
Free

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

Customizable rounds and cyclesInterval stopwatchBackground timer operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(59K)
ad-supported
7
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
Free

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

Customizable intervalsWorkout and rest timersVoice or beep guides
💪 Health & Fitness
(86K)
freemium
8
Group sports stopwatch
Group sports stopwatch
Group sports stopwatch
For multiple participants
Free

This free stopwatch app is designed for tracking multiple participants simultaneously. It displays current, best, and last lap times, allowing for detailed comparison of achievements. It functions offline and in the background, making it ideal for sports coaching and various timing needs.

Unlimited participant trackingCurrent, best, and last lap timesView and compare lap results
⚽ Sports
(2)
free
9
Stopwatch (Timewatch)
Stopwatch (Timewatch)
Stopwatch (Timewatch)
The app for every occasion
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
10
--Stop Watch--
--Stop Watch--
--Stop Watch--
Simple, easy-to-use stopwatch
Free

This utility app functions as a basic stopwatch. It allows users to start, stop, and reset the timer with simple button presses. Ideal for timing events or tasks.

Start timerStop timerReset timer
🔧 Utilities
(238)
free with in-app purchases
11
Stopwatch Run
Stopwatch Run
Stopwatch Run
Track & Field
Free
$24.99 | 100% OFF
⚽ Sports
(0)
12
Stopwatch Analogue+Digital
Stopwatch Analogue+Digital
Stopwatch Analogue+Digital
by Cognisoft ApS
Free

This app offers a dual-display stopwatch, showing time on both a digital readout and a traditional clock face. It provides precise timing, even when interrupted by other applications, and prevents screen dimming. An in-app purchase unlocks a history log and landscape mode.

Digital and analog time displayPrecise time computationBackground timing support
🔧 Utilities
(9)
free with in-app purchases
13
Ultimate Stopwatch
Ultimate Stopwatch
Ultimate Stopwatch
Multiple Stopwatches for Teams
$3.99

This professional timing tool allows coaches and trainers to track multiple athletes and events simultaneously. It offers unlimited stopwatches, flexible race management, and detailed reporting for comprehensive performance analysis. Designed for efficient team and individual tracking.

Unlimited stopwatchesFlexible race managementUnlimited laps
⚽ Sports
(67)
paid
14
Stopwatch°
Stopwatch°
Stopwatch°
Multi Stop Watch
Free

This app provides precise timekeeping with multiple stopwatches for simultaneous activity tracking. It offers a distraction-free full-screen mode and allows data export for analysis. Enjoy a reliable, ad-free, and subscription-free timing experience.

Multiple stopwatchesSimultaneous activity timingFull-screen mode
🔧 Utilities
(59)
free
15
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(19K)
free with in-app purchases
16
ChronoTrack Mobile Stopwatch
ChronoTrack Mobile Stopwatch
ChronoTrack Mobile Stopwatch
Stopwatch for Coaches
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
17
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Simple large display Stopwatch
$0.99

A straightforward stopwatch app featuring a large, clear display and intuitive two-button operation. It offers multiple time display options, including full seconds, tenths, and hundredths of a second, optimized for both iPad and iPhone Retina displays.

Large displayTwo-button operationFull seconds display
⚽ Sports
(155)
free
18
Hands-free Stopwatch: use hand gestures to control timer for swimming and kitchen
Hands-free Stopwatch: use hand gestures to control timer for swimming and kitchen
Hands-free Stopwatch: use hand gestures to control timer for swimming and kitchen
by James Hudson
Free

Control a stopwatch using hand gestures without touching your screen. Ideal for cooking, fitness, or when your hands are occupied or have difficulty with fine motor skills. Offers a traditional touch interface when needed.

Hands-free gesture controlTraditional touch interfaceLap timer functionality
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
19
Multi-Stopwatch
Multi-Stopwatch
Multi-Stopwatch
Multiple lap timer & stopwatch
Free

This app offers multiple stopwatches with advanced features like parallel or sequential timing modes. It's designed for tracking multiple events or participants simultaneously, with customizable displays and background operation for accurate timing.

Multiple stopwatchesParallel and Sprint modesCustomizable display options
🔧 Utilities
(608)
subscription
20
Stopwatch´
Stopwatch´
Stopwatch´
by The App Tower Inc.
Free

This application provides a straightforward and accurate stopwatch functionality. It is designed for precise timekeeping with a clean interface.

Precise stopwatchSimple interfaceAccurate timekeeping
🔧 Utilities
(296)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Stopwatch Running

What are the best stopwatch running apps for iPhone?
Stopwatch ٞ tops our stopwatch running apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 1.2K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top stopwatch running apps we rank are free to download, including Stopwatch ٞ and Stopwatch‰.
Stopwatch ٞ shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 205+ stopwatch running apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This stopwatch app is designed for easy daily use and provides continuous timing that persists even after relaunching the app or returning from inactive mode. It offers features like start, stop, and lap functions with customizable sound and vibration notifications.
Key features include uninterrupted timing, start/stop/lap buttons with optional sound and vibration notifications, lap recording, support for Today widgets, and seamless integration with Apple Watch. You can start a timer on your phone and continue on your Apple Watch, or vice versa, without interruption.