# Circles - Smartwatch Face and Alarm Clock

> Smartwatch face app with time functions, alarms, and timers. (iPhone/iPad app by Zuhanden GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circles-smartwatch-face-and-alarm-clock/id853795194 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zuhanden GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/382262005)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: $1.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 178 App Store ratings · 128 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circles-smartwatch-face-and-alarm-clock/id853795194/reviews.md

## What is Circles?

Circles turns your device into an exceptional timepiece. Designed in the pursuit of clarity, beauty and precision, Circles is one of the most iconic smartwatch faces of all times.

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TechCrunch about Circles: "While Your Wrist Waits For A Worthy Smartwatch, Check Out This Stylish Timepiece App" June 04, 2014

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Access different time functions in the small smartwatch face: 

- Planetary Positions 
- Moon Phases
- Sunrise Sunset
- Seconds 
- Timer
- Date 
- Alarm Clock
- Second Timezone
- Stopwatch

Intuitive gestures for a modern time:

- Swipe left to change small smartwatch face
- Tap on small watchface to exercise functions 
- Pinch-to-Zoom to enlarge small chrono 

Please note that for the functions alarm clock and timer it is necessary to keep the app open for the ringtone to be heard.

Visit our website on www.smartwatchface.co

Designed in Germany

## Key features

- Planetary Positions
- Moon Phases
- Sunrise Sunset
- Alarm Clock
- Timer
- Stopwatch
- Intuitive gestures

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $1.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer | Free | one-time |
| Alarm Clock | Free | one-time |
| Date | Free | one-time |
| Moon Phases | Free | one-time |
| Solar System | Free | one-time |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Free | one-time |


## What do users think of Circles?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Clean, elegant design
- 🌙 Useful moon phase and solar system features
- ⏱️ Functional clock and alarm
- 📈 Convenient for presentations and timekeeping

**Cons**

- 🐛 Alarm issues (can't turn off, goes off randomly)
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔋 Battery intensive
- 🤔 Limited customization options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Alarm not functioning properly
- Incompatible with some iOS versions
- Landscape mode issues on iPhone X

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to disable alarm
- Improve compatibility with latest iOS
- Allow more customization of clock face
- Integrate with Apple Watch

## Recent user reviews (10 of 128)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circles-smartwatch-face-and-alarm-clock/id853795194/reviews.md

### 1/5 — INCOMPATIBLE DO NOT BUY

*2021-12-02, version 1.1*

This app is now obsolete and incompatible with iOS. Why you are able to purchase an application which no longer works is very poor, if not border line fraudulent.

### 1/5 — So out of date.

*2021-10-28, version 1.1*

If you have one of the recent i0S versions, after you have paid for it, this app tells you that "the developer must submit an update that will work with the current iOS version."  It processes your payment and when you request a refund, you find that the Store doesn't even list the app to allow you to requst a refund.  This sucks!!

### 5/5 — Great clean look

*2021-09-14, version 1.1*

Daily Functional Utility

Update: 9/14/21 Was working fine until this date; please update.

### 4/5 — Circles

*2021-08-06, version 1.1*

Need Update due now .

### 5/5 — Please update so I can continue to use my favorite clock!!!

*2021-06-09*

I love this app!!!  Soooo easy and simple!!!  Perfect for just needing a clock when you’re not using your phone otherwise!  I also love the moon phase face, as well as solar system. And seconds have option!  
💖

### 4/5 — Nice but don't know how to disable alarm

*2021-05-09, version 1.1*

Good design except the alarm once it set, hard to disable

### 5/5 — Clean, easy and well-designed

*2021-03-26*

PLEASE update for new versions of iOS.  I just got a warning that this may not work past 14.4.1. Thanks!

### 5/5 — Very useful

*2021-01-02*

It helps me to keep track of the time during my presentations. Clear and easy to read.

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2020-11-28, version 1.1*

The single handed, 24 hour face is my favourite, particularly the sunrise and sunset. I wish this could be an Apple Watch app/face

### 5/5 — Great app

*2020-08-16, version 1.1*

I love how the planets all scatter to their place in the universe when you open that screen. 
It is a nice, fun app. Thanks!

## Frequently asked questions about Circles

### What does the Circles app do?

Circles transforms your device into an exceptional timepiece, offering a blend of clarity, beauty, and precision. It functions as a sophisticated smartwatch face with various time-related features.

### What are the key features of Circles?

Key features include planetary positions, moon phases, sunrise/sunset times, seconds display, timer, date, alarm clock, second timezone, and stopwatch. It also offers intuitive gestures for navigation and interaction.

### Is Circles free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available for additional features or customization options. Specific pricing for in-app purchases is not detailed in the description.

### What are the requirements for the alarm clock and timer functions?

For the alarm clock and timer functions to work correctly and for the ringtone to be heard, it is necessary to keep the app open in the background.

### Who is the target audience for Circles?

This app is designed for individuals who appreciate a stylish and functional timepiece on their device, particularly those interested in advanced timekeeping features and a modern user interface.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2014-07-18

Fixed bug in alarm clock.
Improved 2nd timezone

### 1.0 — 2014-05-21

No release notes.

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