# bnClock — big numbers Clock with alarm

> Large number digital clock with alarm, weather, and custom backgrounds. (iPhone/iPad app by Jim Calvin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnclock/id1214483482 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jim Calvin](https://appshunter.io/developer/720127005)
- Category: Lifestyle, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-26
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnclock/id1214483482/reviews.md

## What is bnClock?

Do you ever have trouble reading the clock in the middle of the night? bnClock (big numbers clock) provides the largest numbers your iPhone or iPad will allow. Great to use as travel alarm clock. Also a great use for an old iPhone or iPad.

bnClock displays the current weather conditions and the forecast based on your current location. If you prefer, choose a particular location for the forecast. Or, turn off the weather display.

Choose a built-in alarm sound, or a song from your music library to use for the alarms.

Now with custom background colors, or, use a photograph or slide show as a background.

## Key features

- Extra-large number display
- Built-in alarm clock
- Current weather and forecast
- Customizable alarm sounds
- Photo or slideshow backgrounds
- Customizable background colors

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnclock/id1214483482/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best Alarm App I’ve Used!

*2026-06-27, version 6.3.2*

Good user interface, fairly intuitive. I’ve been using this app for about a year now and it has never let me down!

### 3/5 — Good App

*2025-08-16, version 6.1*

Love being able to customize this app.  I really love it but lately, it’s just been flashing after period of time so now I have to find another app like this one.  A daunting task.

### 2/5 — Weather not up to date

*2024-11-15*

This is a great app and displays the time nicely. Reason for my lowish rating was because even though it gets its weather data from OpenWeather, it is never accurate. The weather on OpenWeather is always very different to what is displayed on the app.

**Developer response:** The FAQ (https://www.swaystairs.com/bnClock/faq-helpinner.html#q7) provides an explanation of why this occurs. Please see https://www.swaystairs.com/bnClock/weather-helpinner.html#tenminutes to have your temperature and/or forecast update more frequently (10 minute intervals).

### 2/5 — Clock works fine, temp doesn’t update

*2024-06-01, version 5.3*

Really would love to give 5 stars if temp updated

### 3/5 — Problem

*2024-05-03, version 5.2.1*

UPDATE - works on newer iPad but not on older version. Developer reached out for details and they created a fix and update! Great response and effort by them. Kudos!!

### 3/5 — Problem

*2024-04-20*

UPDATE - works on newer iPad but not on older version. Developer reached out for details and they created a fix and update!  Great response and effort by them.  Kudos!!
Can’t get the seconds to turn off even though I unchecked the box. Settings didn’t hold. Otherwise really good app. Fix please

**Developer response:** Thanks for your feedback and beta testing. bnClock 5.3 is now in the App store and fixes this setting issue.

### 3/5 — Problem

*2024-04-11*

Can’t get the seconds to turn off even though I unchecked the box.  Settings didn’t hold.  Otherwise really good app.  Fix please

**Developer response:** Would be happy to look into this issue. Could you use the "Email support@swaystairs.com" link from the About page to send Email? This will help in debugging.

### 4/5 — Great for a clock on an old iPad

*2024-04-11, version 5.2.1*

This app is great to turn and old iPad into a clock. I would have given 5 stars if the settings held. I really want to turn off the seconds and plug in warning. Other than that, it looks great and is perfect for my needs.

### 1/5 — 👎👎👎

*2023-08-14, version 5.2*

Not worth anything higher than a one star without a widget

### 5/5 — Fabulous!

*2022-11-26, version 5.1.3*

Great way to use the old iPad 2 that can’t be updated beyond iPad OS 9. Makes for a nice, big numeral click that I can see at night without glasses. Well done interface. Does what I need without needing to log into an external site or someone keeping track of my device. Free to use, but I’d gladly pay to support the developer.

## Frequently asked questions about bnClock

### What does bnClock do?

bnClock displays the current time using the largest numbers possible on your iPhone or iPad. It functions as a travel alarm clock and can show current weather conditions and forecasts. You can also customize alarm sounds and backgrounds.

### What are the key features of bnClock?

Key features include an extra-large number display for easy visibility, a built-in alarm clock with customizable sounds (including music from your library), current weather information, and the ability to use custom photos or slideshows as backgrounds.

### Is bnClock free to use?

Yes, bnClock is a free application. The provided data indicates it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free user experience.

### What devices is bnClock compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPad devices, leveraging their screen real estate to display large numbers. Specific iOS version compatibility is not detailed but it is designed for Apple's mobile operating system.

### How can I use bnClock as a travel alarm?

bnClock is great as a travel alarm due to its large, easy-to-read display, making it simple to check the time in unfamiliar or dark environments. You can set alarms using built-in sounds or your own music library, ensuring you wake up on time.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.3.3 — 2026-07-16

Bug fixes

### 6.3.2 — 2026-05-07

Fixed an issue that allowed the status bar to display while bnClock is running.

### 6.3.1 — 2026-05-06

Some bugs removed

### 6.3 — 2026-04-15

Thanks for using bnClock! In this version you can choose a font for the text based clock face.

### 6.2.1 — 2026-03-12

Bug fixes

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