# Classic Repeater — Chime out the time on demand

> Auditory time announcement app using traditional minute repeater chimes. (iPhone/iPad app by Substruct, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-repeater/id6757369776 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Substruct, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866422162)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-repeater/id6757369776/reviews.md

## What is Classic Repeater?

Experience the elegance of traditional horology on your wrist.

Repeater brings one of watchmaking's most revered complications to Apple Watch and iPhone: the minute repeater. With a simple tap, hear the current time announced through authentic chimes recorded from early 1900s pocket watches and classic mechanical timepieces, or fun sound packs like a kid's bike bell.

THE MINUTE REPEATER
Before electric lights made reading watch faces easy, minute repeaters solved a practical problem: telling time in the dark. By pressing a slide on the case, the watch would chime the hours, quarter-hours, and minutes through precisely tuned gongs.

Repeater honors this tradition with a decimal system optimized for modern timekeeping:

Hours chime with a distinct low tone
Tens of minutes sound as melodic ding-dong pairs
Individual minutes ring with a higher chime

For example, 3:25 plays as: three low chimes (hours), two ding-dong pairs (twenty minutes), then five high chimes (five minutes).

AUTHENTIC AUDIO
Unlike synthetic sounds, Repeater uses professionally recorded audio from real mechanical timepieces. Each strike captures the warmth, resonance, and character of genuine watch complications — delicate pocket watch bells to robust wristwatch gongs, to a fun kid's bike bell.

Multiple sound packs available:

Pocket Watch Repeater (included) — Early 1900s pocket watch with warm, intimate tones
Bicycle Bell (included) — Playful thumb bells for a cheerful experience
Tower Bells (included) — Classic church bell tower sound, loud and expressive
Wood blocks (included) — Dry hardwood temple blocks, subtle and warm
Classic Repeater (premium) — Two options, recorded from a traditional wrist watch with refined chimes

WATCH-FIRST DESIGN
Repeater is built primarily for Apple Watch, putting the complication where it belongs: on your wrist.
Tap the complication on any watch face to hear the current time. No need to look at the screen — perfect for dark rooms, meetings, or simply appreciating time in a different way.

Choose your experience:

Sound mode: Elegant audio chimes through your watch speaker
Haptics mode: Discrete vibrations for silent time-telling
Adjustable volume levels and haptic intensities

Configure reminders to appear:

Every 15 minutes, 30 minutes or hourly
Only during your active hours (e.g., 8 AM - 10 PM)
On your watch, iPhone, or both

When a reminder appears, tap "Play" to hear the time through the minute repeater. It's an opportunity to pause, orient yourself in the day, and appreciate the passage of time.

IPHONE COMPANION
The iPhone app serves as your settings hub and preview tool:

Configure all watch settings
Preview and purchase sound packs
Test the repeater with different audio styles
Sync settings seamlessly via iCloud

WHO IT'S FOR
- Watch enthusiasts who appreciate traditional complications and mechanical artistry
- Mindfulness practitioners seeking a more intentional relationship with time
- Accessibility users who benefit from audio time announcements
- Anyone who finds beauty in the ritual of traditional timekeeping

PREMIUM SOUND PACKS
Expand your audio library with additional sound packs. Premium packs are one-time purchases that sync across your devices via iCloud.

TECHNICAL DETAILS
Requires Apple Watch Series 4 or later (watchOS 10+)
iPhone companion requires iOS 17+
Works independently on Apple Watch (no iPhone needed nearby)
Complications available for all watch face styles
Background audio requires watch speaker (Silent Mode must be off, or use Haptics mode)

PRIVACY
Repeater stores all settings locally on your devices. No personal data is collected, transmitted, or stored on external servers. Sound pack purchases sync via your Apple ID using standard App Store mechanisms.

Rediscover time. One chime at a time.

## Key features

- Minute repeater complication
- Authentic recorded chimes
- Multiple sound packs
- Watch-first design
- Audio and haptic modes
- Configurable reminders
- iPhone companion app

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Classic Repeater Chimes | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Classic Repeater

### Does Classic Repeater have ads?

No, Classic Repeater does not contain advertisements. It is a free app with optional in-app purchases for additional sound packs.

### How does Classic Repeater tell time?

Classic Repeater uses a minute repeater system. It chimes the hours with a low tone, tens of minutes with ding-dong pairs, and individual minutes with a high chime, mimicking traditional watchmaking.

### What sound packs are available for Classic Repeater?

Included sound packs are Pocket Watch Repeater, Bicycle Bell, Tower Bells, and Wood blocks. A premium sound pack, Classic Repeater, featuring a traditional wristwatch, is available for purchase.

### Can I use Classic Repeater without looking at my watch?

Yes, Classic Repeater is designed for watch-first use. You can tap the complication on your watch face to hear the time announced, making it ideal for dark rooms or discreet use.

### What devices does Classic Repeater support?

Classic Repeater is supported on both Apple Watch and iPhone. The iPhone app acts as a companion for settings and purchasing sound packs.

### How often is Classic Repeater updated?

The latest version is 1.1, and it was last updated on August 8, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting active development.

### What is the age rating for Classic Repeater?

Classic Repeater has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does Classic Repeater compare to other time apps?

Unlike standard clock apps, Classic Repeater focuses on the auditory experience of traditional horology. Its minute repeater functionality and authentic chimes offer a unique way to appreciate time.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-08-08

Three new sound packs: Tower Bells and Wood blocks are free, and a new high end repeater is added to the Mechanical Repeater sound pack. Also, you can chime every quarter hour, and stability of chiming during wrist movement is greatly improved.

### 1.0 — 2026-01-29

No release notes.

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