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Stopwatch for Google Chrome™ Chrome Extension Analysis

Automation & Workflow Efficiency

Chrome extension ID: phkcmkecidajoonldnpghjooaiomlkbf

This is a free and simple stopwatch extension for Google Chrome. It allows users to start, stop, and reset a stopwatch directly from their browser, making it convenient for measuring time for various activities.

Developer:Free Apps
Version:3.0.0
Size:197KiB
Last updated:

Overview

Installs

10K+

Rating

4.8

77 reviews

Languages

40 locales

Includes Deutsch, English, Filipino, Indonesia...

Market analysis

Review-backed positioning, friction, and market signals for this Chrome extension.

Backed by review samples

Macro category

Automation & Workflow Efficiency

Pricing friction

Low review signal

Complaint intensity

Moderate review signal

Listing & review signals
Observed signals from store listing text and review samples.

Listing positioning

The store listing positions this extension as a simple, portable, and free stopwatch for Google Chrome. It emphasizes ease of use, with a clear step-by-step guide on how to install and operate the stopwatch.

Inferred product pattern

A simple utility extension focused on core stopwatch functionality, with potential for future feature additions based on user feedback.

Review-backed pain points

Users are frustrated by the lack of confirmation when resetting or clearing a stopwatch, leading to accidental data loss. The inability to edit existing durations also poses an issue. Some users find the visual design distracting or want more customization options.

Observed feature gaps

Users have requested features such as countdown timers, alarms, editing of existing stopwatch durations, and reordering of stopwatches. A confirmation dialog for reset/clear actions is also a notable omission.

Tags
StopwatchTimerProductivityTime TrackingUtility
Target users

- Students

- Professionals

- Individuals needing simple time measurement

Primary use cases

- Timing experiments

- Tracking time for tasks

- Measuring durations

Positive themes

- Works great and does not slow down the computer

- Useful for tracking multiple projects with custom labels

- Provides multiple stopwatch instances with descriptions

Negative themes

- Lack of confirmation before resetting or removing a stopwatch

- Inability to edit existing stopwatch durations

- UI design elements (color choices, 'please rate us' banner) are disliked

- Requests for additional features like countdown timers or alarms

Observed friction

- The extension is free to use and no payment friction is observed.

Evidence boundary: Store listing information and user reviews were analyzed. Specific themes were extracted from helpful and low-rating reviews. The provided reviews are limited in number and origin, and may not represent the full spectrum of user experiences. Some reviews were not in English.
Complaint summaries
Review-backed complaint signals grouped by operational area.

Support

No explicit support complaints were found in the provided reviews.

Reliability

One review mentioned a potential memory usage of 1-2 GB, but this is anecdotal and not a widespread complaint. Otherwise, performance is generally praised.

Privacy

No privacy concerns were raised in the provided reviews.

Access & pricing

- Free usage observed

- No account requirement observed

- Free plan or free usage claimed

Store listing facts

Listing assets

- Screenshots: 1

- Videos: 0

- Languages: 40

Trust signals

- Privacy policy

- Developer contact

- Official website

Store metadata

- Version: 3.0.0

- Size: 197KiB

- Last updated:

Store description excerpt
Short excerpt from the public Chrome Web Store listing; full copy is available on the official store page.
Need to use an accurate stopwatch to measure an experiment? Use your Chrome browser today to act as a stopwatch once you install this software extension. Here is how you can begin using this stopwatch software 1) Install our software 2) Click on the extension icon 3) Press the start button to start the stopwatch 4) Press the stop button to stop the stopwatch This is a free and simple stopwatch software. Try using it today.

Listing SEO keywords

Search intent keywords
Keyword signals for evaluating how users may discover, compare, or search for this extension category.

Core discovery

stopwatch chromechrome stopwatch extensiononline stopwatchfree stopwatchtime tracker chrome

Comparison

alternative to timerchrome productivity toolsbrowser stopwatch

Problem

measure timetrack durationtiming tasks

Alternative

web timeronline timer

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FAQ

What is Stopwatch for Google Chrome™ mainly used for?
This is a free and simple stopwatch extension for Google Chrome. It allows users to start, stop, and reset a stopwatch directly from their browser, making it convenient for measuring time for various activities.
What market signals stand out?
Visible niche traction with limited review base. Last known update: 06/19/2023.
What should builders compare before entering this space?
Compare install concentration, rating quality, update recency, screenshots, developer portfolio, listing claims, and review-backed friction signals.
Is this page review-backed?
Backed by review samples. This page combines store metadata with selected review signals, while raw store metrics remain visible for comparison.

Screenshots

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Links

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