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About
Stop & Watch is a powerful magic performance tool created by mentalist Alan Rorrison, built specifically for magicians and mentalists who want to execute number-forcing effects with total confidence. The app exploits the milliseconds on a stopwatch lap to let the performer covertly control which 2-digit number a spectator 'randomly' lands on — while the spectator genuinely believes they acted of their own free will. The method is completely invisible to the audience, making it ideal for close-up, stage, or virtual performances. With Stop & Watch, performers can predict lottery numbers, serial numbers, or seemingly random outcomes; run book test routines where the chosen page or word is always known in advance; and perform ACAAN (Any Card At Any Number) effects with complete confidence. Built as a Progressive Web App (PWA), Stop & Watch works on both Android and iOS without a traditional app store installation, and is designed to function offline with only occasional online access needed to refresh its cache. Performers can customize and adapt effects to suit their unique presentation style, making it a versatile secret weapon for professionals and hobbyists alike. At a one-time price of £25, it offers lifetime access with no recurring fees — a cost-effective addition to any performer's toolkit.
Key Features
- Invisible Number Forcing: Secretly force any 2-digit number using the milliseconds display on a stopwatch lap — completely undetectable by the audience.
- Multi-Effect Versatility: Supports lottery predictions, book tests, ACAAN (Any Card At Any Number), serial number reveals, and a wide range of custom mentalism routines.
- Cross-Platform PWA: Built as a Progressive Web App that installs and runs on both Android and iOS, with offline functionality built in.
- Customizable Routines: Performers can adapt and tailor effects to fit their unique style, making the app flexible across different performance contexts.
- Stage, Close-Up & Virtual Ready: Works seamlessly in any performance setting — live on stage, intimate close-up, or during online and virtual shows.
Use Cases
- A mentalist hands their phone to a spectator, asks them to hit 'lap' at any random moment, and the milliseconds 'magically' match the performer's predicted number.
- A magician uses Stop & Watch to force a specific page number during a book test, already knowing the exact word on that page.
- A card performer executes a flawless ACAAN (Any Card At Any Number) effect on stage by forcing the required number through the stopwatch method.
- A virtual performer uses the app during an online show to 'predict' a lottery number chosen by a remote spectator with no apparent method.
- A close-up magician incorporates Stop & Watch into a serial number prediction, appearing to read a banknote's digits directly from the spectator's mind.
Pros
- Completely Invisible Method: Spectators see only a randomly-stopped watch — the forcing mechanism is entirely hidden, making reactions feel genuinely impossible.
- Wide Range of Applications: One app unlocks multiple mentalism effects from book tests to card tricks and lottery predictions, offering exceptional value for performers.
- No App Store Required: The PWA format allows installation on iOS and Android without going through app stores, keeping the method more discreet and accessible.
- One-Time Purchase: A single £25 payment grants lifetime access with no recurring subscription or hidden fees.
Cons
- Occasional Online Access Needed: Though designed for offline use, some devices may require an internet connection to refresh the app cache after updates.
- Highly Niche Audience: Exclusively designed for magicians and mentalists — it has no utility outside of performance magic contexts.
- Limited to 2-Digit Numbers: The core forcing mechanism is restricted to 2-digit numbers, which may limit certain routine designs or performance scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stop & Watch?
Stop & Watch is a magic performance app by Alan Rorrison that allows magicians and mentalists to secretly force any 2-digit number using the milliseconds on a stopwatch lap, enabling a variety of seemingly impossible mentalism effects.
What platforms does Stop & Watch support?
It is built as a Progressive Web App (PWA), fully compatible with both Android and iOS devices. It can also be accessed via a standard web browser on desktop.
Does Stop & Watch require an internet connection to work?
Stop & Watch is designed to work offline. However, some devices may occasionally need an internet connection to refresh the app cache, particularly after an update or if the device has cleared background app data.
What magic effects can I perform with Stop & Watch?
You can perform lottery number predictions, book tests, ACAAN (Any Card At Any Number) effects, serial number reveals, and any routine that benefits from secretly forcing a 2-digit number on a spectator.
How much does Stop & Watch cost?
Stop & Watch is a one-time purchase of £25, available directly from Alan Rorrison's website. There are no subscriptions or recurring charges.
