# Ships Clock Maritime Bells — Maritime Bells & Watch Clock

> Authentic maritime timekeeping app with ship's bells and nautical atmosphere. (iPhone/iPad app by Adam Dell.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ships-clock-maritime-bells/id6763017085 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Adam Dell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895122720)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 72 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-04-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ships-clock-maritime-bells/id6763017085/reviews.md

## What is Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

Ship's Clock brings the 500-year-old tradition of maritime timekeeping to your iPhone.

Authentic ship's bell chimes ring every 30 minutes on the traditional watch schedule — from the single strike at half past the hour to the full eight bells that mark the end of each four-hour watch. Whether you're a sailor, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates beautiful craft, Ship's Clock turns your device into a living maritime instrument.

◆ BEAUTIFUL CLASSIC CLOCK FACE
- Admiralty Chronometer — a mathematically accurate recreation of a 19th-century marine chronometer with Roman numerals, subdials, and heat-blued hands. Every tick mark computed from original proportions.
- Ship's Clock — the signature maritime dial with an inset sweep second hand, ship's bell HUD, and deep ocean atmosphere

◆ AUTHENTIC MARITIME BELLS

Traditional 1-to-8 bell watch sequence, precisely timed to the four-hour naval schedule. Bells ring in pairs, just as they do at sea — ding-ding, pause, ding-ding — so you can count at a glance.

Choose from multiple bell types including brass, iron, and classic ship's bell tones. Control volume with iphone volume controls.

◆ LIVE ATMOSPHERE

- Real-time weather at your location renders as a living canvas behind the clock — rain, fog, storms, sunshine
- Moon phase display with accurate lunar imagery, from New Moon to Waxing Gibbous
- Lighthouse beam sweeps the evening sky at :15 and :45 past the hour
- Night Silence mode quiets the bells during sleeping hours automatically
- The current watch name — Mid, Morning, Forenoon, Afternoon, Dog, or First — is always visible

◆ BUILT-IN MARITIME ALARM

Wake to the sound of the sea, not a jarring ringtone. Set a one-time or daily alarm that rings with authentic ship's bell chimes. Your alarm respects the same bell cadence as the tradition itself.

◆ THE HISTORY

For centuries, the ship's bell was how sailors kept time across the open ocean. A single strike at 12:30. Two at 1:00. Three at 1:30. Eight bells at 4:00 — and the watch was over. Ship's Clock honors that heritage with painstaking accuracy and authentic sound.

"Eight bells, and all's well."

◆ FEATURES AT A GLANCE

- Customizable clock faces with custom animations
- Authentic ship's bell chimes every :00 and :30
- Traditional 1-8 bell watch schedule
- Live weather, moon phase, and lighthouse animations
- Live Barometer and Tide display
- Night Silence mode
- Built-in nautical alarm
- Multiple bell tones
- No subscription — one-time lifetime unlock, yours forever.
- No ads ever.

◆ JOIN THE SHIP'S LOG

Every Ship's Clock comes with access to the Ship's Log — a companion web space for mariners, sailors, and kindred spirits. Sign your name. Make your mark. Record your voyage. Chat with others who know what it is to keep watch.

Built with the same care as the app itself — dark walnut, brass accents, the feel of a captain's journal. Accessible from any browser. Free to all Ship's Clock users.

Visit: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/ships-log

◆ NO SUBSCRIPTION. NO ADS. YOURS FOR LIFE.

One-time purchase unlocks every feature. 
No recurring charges. No advertising. 

Just a beautiful maritime clock that lives on your phone the way a real ship's clock would live in a captain's quarters.

Fair winds and following seas.

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Support: support@binauralbeats.fun
Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/
Community & Support Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/ships-log/

## Key features

- Authentic ship's bell chimes
- Classic clock face designs
- Live weather and moon phase display
- Nautical alarm with bell chimes
- Night Silence mode
- Companion web-based Ship's Log

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Ship's Clock | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ships-clock-maritime-bells/id6763017085/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Your iPhone, Now a Ship’s Clock

*2026-05-03*

This app nails atmosphere. Ship’s Clock isn’t just a timekeeper, it’s an experience. The authentic bell chimes every half hour, the live weather and moon phases, and the subtle lighthouse animations make your phone feel like a captain’s quarters. The attention to detail (like the traditional 1–8 bell watch system) is seriously impressive.

No ads, no subscription just a one-time purchase for something that feels handcrafted. If you’re into maritime history, ambient vibes, or just want a unique, calming clock, this is an easy recommendation.

**Developer response:** What a review. "Captain's quarters" might be the best words anyone's ever used to describe what I was reaching for. The bells, the watches, the moon phases — they're all small acts of love for a tradition I think is worth keeping alive. Thank you for noticing the details. Eight bells and all is well. ⚓🔔 Thank you my brother - Smooth sailing!
— Captain Mooks

### 5/5 — Fun & Helpful Time Voyage Experience

*2026-05-01*

Ahoy Mateys. I’m enjoying this maritime bell app which helps me keep better track of time for when I’m getting lost at sea. Hearing the bells ignites a timestamp on my current productivity or leisure! It also adds a fresh and fun way to navigate through nautical imaginations. Thanks, Captain Mooks for creating this for us all to enjoy and make great use of!

**Developer response:** Ahoy Drudai! Thank you for the kind words — and for sailing with us. Knowing the bells help you keep watch over your day means the world. Fair winds, and may every chime find you on a steady course. ⚓🔔 — Captain Mooks

## Frequently asked questions about Ships Clock Maritime Bells

### What is Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

Ships Clock Maritime Bells brings the 500-year-old tradition of maritime timekeeping to your iPhone and iPad. It features authentic ship's bell chimes that ring on the traditional watch schedule, along with classic clock faces and live atmospheric elements.

### Does Ships Clock Maritime Bells have ads?

No, Ships Clock Maritime Bells is completely ad-free. The developers have stated that there are no ads ever within the application.

### How does the ship's bell system work in Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

The app replicates the traditional 1-to-8 bell watch sequence, precisely timed to the four-hour naval schedule. Bells ring in pairs every 30 minutes, from a single strike at half past the hour to eight bells marking the end of a watch.

### Can I customize the clock faces in Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

Yes, the app offers customizable clock faces, including the Admiralty Chronometer and the signature Ship's Clock dial. These feature custom animations and are based on original proportions.

### What kind of live atmosphere features are included in Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

The app includes real-time weather at your location rendered as a living canvas, a moon phase display with accurate lunar imagery, and a lighthouse beam that sweeps the sky. It also has a Night Silence mode to quiet bells during sleeping hours.

### Is there a subscription for Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

No, there is no subscription required for Ships Clock Maritime Bells. It is a one-time lifetime unlock, meaning you purchase it once and own it forever.

### What is the Ship's Log feature in Ships Clock Maritime Bells?

Every Ships Clock user gets access to the Ship's Log, a companion web space. Here, users can sign their name, record their voyages, and chat with other mariners and sailors. It is accessible from any browser.

### What devices does Ships Clock Maritime Bells support?

Ships Clock Maritime Bells is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to bring the maritime experience to these Apple devices.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.9 — 2026-05-25

The finest maritime clock ever made for iPhone, Ship's Clock brings five hundred years of seafaring tradition into your pocket — eight bells, every watch, every hour, every day and every night. It is the timepiece sailors have always wanted: rigorous, beautiful, alive.

At sea, time has always been measured in bells. The day breaks into four-hour watches, each one marked by the strike of a bell on the half hour and the hour. One bell at thirty minutes past, two at the next hour, three at the half, building to eight bells as the watch comes to an end and the next begins. Ship's Clock keeps that exact rhythm. Whether your phone is in your hand, on the dresser, or charging by the bed, the bells ring, the day acquires order, and you find yourself moving with the watches.

Five authentic bells are included, each hand-recorded from a different source. Brass is the classic ship's bell — bright, clear, the chime familiar to anyone who has spent time on the water. Iron Bell is heavier and deeper, the kind hung at harbor stations. Harbor Call rolls in with the resonance of a working dock at first light. Sonar Ping is crisp and electronic, drawn from a modern depth sounder, suited to a navigational instrument panel. Glocke is a stone-tower church bell from a coastal village, slow and deep, with a long sustain that hangs in the room after each strike. A full library of alarm sounds — fog horns, sirens, conch shells, train whistles — is included as well, for waking up, marking events, or calling the crew.
Ship's Clock is also the bridge instrument every sailor wished came with the phone. A live weather screen brings real-time precipitation radar from the National Weather Service, NASA satellite imagery refreshed every ten minutes, active storm warnings, and tide predictions pulled from the nearest NOAA station. A barometer with rising-and-falling trend, a sun and moon almanac, UV index, humidity, and a five-day forecast complete the panel. Every section links to its source so the readings can be verified at a glance.

Version 1.4 is the largest update since launch. The bell preview now fires the moment you tap it, with no delay. Every interaction responds with premium haptic feedback through the iPhone's Taptic Engine. A new welcome scene opens to a brass ship's clock lit in deep ocean light. The first forty-eight hours are unlocked completely — every bell, every alarm sound, every premium feature included from the start. The sky now tracks your local sunrise and sunset to the minute, anywhere in the world. And the lighthouse beam now sweeps the horizon at quarter past and quarter to the hour during dawn, dusk, and night, marking the quiet moments between bells.

There has never been a more careful, more beautiful, more accurate maritime clock made for the iPhone.

A note from the maker
If you've found this app, you probably already love something about the sea — the watches, the rituals, the bells, the rhythm of a day broken into four-hour spans. So do I. That's why this exists.

I'm building Ship's Clock with a small crew, trying to honor a five-hundred-year tradition with the care it deserves. Every chime is hand-recorded. Every line of code is hand-written. Every detail is something we obsessed over for someone, somewhere, who would notice.

The Ship's Log on the Support page is where I live online. Live chat goes straight to me — send a bug, a feature request, a sailing story, a photo of where you use the app. I read every message. The best ideas come from the people using the app, on the water and in their daily lives.

If Ship's Clock serves your watch well, a kind review when the time feels right helps other sailors and history-lovers find it. If something's not right, please tell me first.
Thank you for finding this. Let's keep building it together.

Adam | Captain Mooks
Support: support@binauralbeats.fun
Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/
Community & Support Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/ships-log/

### 2.8 — 2026-05-16

The finest maritime clock ever made for iPhone, Ship's Clock brings five hundred years of seafaring tradition into your pocket — eight bells, every watch, every hour, every day and every night. It is the timepiece sailors have always wanted: rigorous, beautiful, alive.

At sea, time has always been measured in bells. The day breaks into four-hour watches, each one marked by the strike of a bell on the half hour and the hour. One bell at thirty minutes past, two at the next hour, three at the half, building to eight bells as the watch comes to an end and the next begins. Ship's Clock keeps that exact rhythm. Whether your phone is in your hand, on the dresser, or charging by the bed, the bells ring, the day acquires order, and you find yourself moving with the watches.

Five authentic bells are included, each hand-recorded from a different source. Brass is the classic ship's bell — bright, clear, the chime familiar to anyone who has spent time on the water. Iron Bell is heavier and deeper, the kind hung at harbor stations. Harbor Call rolls in with the resonance of a working dock at first light. Sonar Ping is crisp and electronic, drawn from a modern depth sounder, suited to a navigational instrument panel. Glocke is a stone-tower church bell from a coastal village, slow and deep, with a long sustain that hangs in the room after each strike. A full library of alarm sounds — fog horns, sirens, conch shells, train whistles — is included as well, for waking up, marking events, or calling the crew.
Ship's Clock is also the bridge instrument every sailor wished came with the phone. A live weather screen brings real-time precipitation radar from the National Weather Service, NASA satellite imagery refreshed every ten minutes, active storm warnings, and tide predictions pulled from the nearest NOAA station. A barometer with rising-and-falling trend, a sun and moon almanac, UV index, humidity, and a five-day forecast complete the panel. Every section links to its source so the readings can be verified at a glance.

Version 1.4 is the largest update since launch. The bell preview now fires the moment you tap it, with no delay. Every interaction responds with premium haptic feedback through the iPhone's Taptic Engine. A new welcome scene opens to a brass ship's clock lit in deep ocean light. The first forty-eight hours are unlocked completely — every bell, every alarm sound, every premium feature included from the start. The sky now tracks your local sunrise and sunset to the minute, anywhere in the world. And the lighthouse beam now sweeps the horizon at quarter past and quarter to the hour during dawn, dusk, and night, marking the quiet moments between bells.

There has never been a more careful, more beautiful, more accurate maritime clock made for the iPhone.

A note from the maker
If you've found this app, you probably already love something about the sea — the watches, the rituals, the bells, the rhythm of a day broken into four-hour spans. So do I. That's why this exists.

I'm building Ship's Clock with a small crew, trying to honor a five-hundred-year tradition with the care it deserves. Every chime is hand-recorded. Every line of code is hand-written. Every detail is something we obsessed over for someone, somewhere, who would notice.

The Ship's Log on the Support page is where I live online. Live chat goes straight to me — send a bug, a feature request, a sailing story, a photo of where you use the app. I read every message. The best ideas come from the people using the app, on the water and in their daily lives.

If Ship's Clock serves your watch well, a kind review when the time feels right helps other sailors and history-lovers find it. If something's not right, please tell me first.
Thank you for finding this. Let's keep building it together.

Adam | Captain Mooks
Support: support@binauralbeats.fun
Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/
Community & Support Website: https://binauralbeats.fun/ships-clock/ships-log/

### 1.0 — 2026-04-24

No release notes.

## More apps by Adam Dell

- [Dream Machine Binaural Beats](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dream-machine-binaural-beats/id6788525960)

All apps by Adam Dell: https://appshunter.io/developer/1895122720

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