Step by step
- Press Start when the first lap begins.
- Press Lap or L at the end of each lap.
- Press Stop at the finish and compare the lap times.
At a glance
| Column | Shows | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Lap | Time of that lap only | Compare pace |
| Total | Time since start | Overall result |
| Lap number | Order of the laps | Count rounds |
Related questions
What is the difference between a lap and a split?
Here a lap is the time of one segment; the total column is the split from the start.
Can I time several runners?
Press Lap as each one finishes; each line is one runner's total time.
Are laps kept after reset?
No, Reset clears them; copy or screenshot them first.
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Updated November 14, 2026.