A retro, skeuomorphic stopwatch you’ll actually enjoy
Fast, lightweight, and tactile — a small tool that feels great on macOS.
Sep 09, 2025 • Jake @ CaLab
Glasswatch brings nostalgia and functionality to your Mac. Inspired by Apple’s classic software design, it’s a skeuomorphic stopwatch for macOS — perfect for workouts, study sessions, cooking, and more.
If you like small, single‑purpose tools, this is for you. It’s quick to open, stays out of your way, and looks like a real stopwatch.
Why Glasswatch?
- Looks like a real stopwatch Retro, tactile visuals that feel at home on macOS.
- Fast & lightweight Runs smoothly in the background without hogging memory.
- Customizable Light and dark themes, glassy mode, pin to top, quiet mode.
- Mac‑native Built for macOS 13+ and works great on all modern Macs.
What makes it different?
The built‑in Clock app is fine — and free — but it has quirks. Window size is fixed, you can’t place a timer and stopwatch side by side, and multiple windows aren’t flexible enough. That’s okay for most people. For the 1% of app obsessives, Glasswatch is an alternative that prioritizes feel and control.
It’s not the biggest app, and it’s not for everyone. But it’s fun — and different.
Keyboard shortcuts
I love keyboard shortcuts. I hate the mouse. So I made sure this app has tons of hotkeys.
See all shortcuts under the “Help” menu in the macOS menu bar.
FAQ
Is this the best stopwatch for Mac?
There are plenty of free options. Glasswatch focuses on
feel, simplicity, and a glassy, retro look.
Does it work on Apple Silicon?
Yes — it’s built for macOS 13+ and runs great on all modern
Macs.
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