Stopwatch
Start, pause, and reset timing whenever you need it. Great for workouts, speed runs, study sessions, routines, and everyday tasks on the fly.
Quick facts
- Works on
- Desktop and mobile browser
- Best for
- For people measuring how long an activity takes rather than setting a deadline in advance. It suits practice sessions, short work tasks and comparisons between repeated attempts.
- Typical time
- A few minutes
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Input or output
- Follow the on-page instructions
About Stopwatch
Stopwatch is a simple browser timer for counting elapsed time. It gives you quick start, pause, and reset controls for everyday timing tasks.
How to use Stopwatch
Open the stopwatch and press start when you want timing to begin. Pause it when needed, resume if required, and reset it when you want to start again.
Who it is for
For people measuring how long an activity takes rather than setting a deadline in advance. It suits practice sessions, short work tasks and comparisons between repeated attempts.
What you can use Stopwatch for
Stopwatch can be useful for workouts, study sprints, speed runs, cooking steps, practice sessions, routines, breaks, productivity blocks, and quick timing checks.
Features
- Count elapsed time.
- Start and pause controls.
- Resume a paused timing session.
- Reset before a new activity.
Tips for using Stopwatch
Choose a consistent start and finish point when comparing attempts. Decide whether breaks should count; pausing during one attempt but not another changes what you are measuring. Write down a result before resetting.
Important limitations
Keep the page open while using it. Browser or device interruptions can affect a timing session, so use appropriate dedicated equipment when timing accuracy is critical.
Stopwatch FAQ
What can I use Stopwatch for?
You can use it to time workouts, study sessions, routines, tasks, speed runs, or short activities.
Does Stopwatch run in the browser?
Yes. It runs directly on the page.