Chronometer is a name for certain types of clock. It may refer to:

  • Chronomètre of Loulié, a precursor to the metronome
  • Chronometer watch, a highly accurate watch
  • Marine chronometer, a timekeeper used for marine navigation, as in
  • Longitude by chronometer
  • Observatory chronometer, a device certified by an observatory to be extremely accurate
  • Railroad chronometer, a specialized timepiece once used for safe operation of trains

See also

  • Chronometry, the science of timekeeping
  • Hydrochronometer, a water clock
  • Chronograph
  • Chronoscope