Chess clock
Put the phone between the players and tap your side after each move. Choose blitz, rapid or your own time control with increment.
Tap your own clock after each move.
Great for
- Chess: blitz, rapid and classical
- Board games like Scrabble or Go
- Debates and turn-based games
Choosing a time control
Time controls are written as minutes + increment. The presets go from fast games (1+0, 3+0, 3+2, 5+0 and 5+3) to slower ones: 10+0, 15+10 and 30+0. An increment adds seconds after every move, so a player who is short of time still gets a few seconds for each one. For any other control, set Minutes per player and Increment per move (seconds), then press Apply.
Tip: Agree on the rules before you start: who presses the clock, and what happens if someone forgets. In official games you press with the same hand you move with.
Questions & answers
Can I use it for games other than chess?
Yes. Any two-player game with turns works: Scrabble, Go, card games or even debate practice.
How do I use a chess clock?
Choose a time control and tap the clock to start. After each move, tap your own side to start your opponent's clock.
What does 3 + 2 mean?
Each player gets 3 minutes, and 2 seconds are added after every move they make.
Can I pause the game?
Yes, press Pause in the middle. Tap a side to continue.