# Westminster Chimes Standard — Your phone is a chiming clock!

> Phone application that functions as a chiming clock with customizable melodies. (iPhone/iPad app by LutherSoft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/westminster-chimes-standard/id988604106 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LutherSoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/305400347)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-07-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/westminster-chimes-standard/id988604106/reviews.md

## What is Westminster Chimes Standard?

Turn your iPhone into a chiming clock. Plays one of 5 traditional melodies, not just Westminster

Check our our video at http://youtu.be/nT-aHbWiT0U

Using the iOS notifications feature, Westminster Chimes converts your phone into an old fashioned hourly chiming clock, playing the traditional Westminster Chimes tune. With an optional in-app purchase you can unlock additional chime melodies:

• Whittington
• St. Michael's
• Canterbury
• Winchester

Simple settings allow for complete customization: 
• Separately set the chimes to play on each quarter hour 
• Chime the hour number on the hour 
• Play the chimes all day, or only during a specific time window. 

*The Westminster Quarters is the most common name for a melody used by a set of clock bells to chime on each quarter hour. The number of chime sets matches the number of quarter hours that have passed.

You can adjust how notifications are displayed in the Notifications section of the Settings app. We recommend the following settings:

Notification Center: OFF
Alert Style : NONE
Badge App Icon : OFF
Sounds : ON
View in Lock Screen : OFF
Banners: OFF

Completely accessible with Voice Over

## Key features

- Plays traditional chime melodies
- Customizable quarter-hour chimes
- Chimes hour number on the hour
- Set specific time windows for chimes
- Unlock additional melodies via in-app purchase
- VoiceOver accessibility

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chime Expansion Pack | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/westminster-chimes-standard/id988604106/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Speed Control

*2025-03-09*

Developers can you provide a speed control as the Westminster chimes I am used to have running a little faster with less dead air space between notes.
This could easily be added to a future version please.
Thank you.

### 1/5 — Notification trouble

*2024-01-26*

App has stopped working with current iOS upgrade. Complains about notification settings but settings are correct.

### 1/5 — not a clock.

*2023-10-12*

all you get are the chimes. was looking for a REAL CLOCK. Also no way to set time zone. no idea where this is from buts at least 7 hrs off. complete junk.

### 1/5 — Does not work !!!! Stay away !!!!

*2022-03-05*

Bought it and I even paid the extra $0.99 to get the chime expansion pack and it was a waste of my money. I sent the developer an email for assistance to no avail. Don’t wast your money like I did!! I don’t understand why there is so many positive 4 and 5 stars. Buyer you been warn !!!

### 5/5 — Charming app

*2021-12-23*

This app brings joy to an ailing family member who was missing the Westminster chimes in his new living situation.  The sound quality of the chimes is superb, and their activation via Apple Notification service is genius. 

The app’s update for iOS 15 allows you to have the chimes sound even when your phone’s Do Not Disturb function is on (or not; it’s controlled by your iPhone “Focus” settings so you can choose either way).

### 4/5 — Too long

*2021-12-11*

I like the app but the chime goes on way too long. I would like a short chime not a long time of chime and dongs

### 5/5 — One of the most useful apps I have

*2021-11-05*

This is one of the best apps I have. Once you set it up it doesn’t need to be running in the background so I tend to forget it exists. I have it set to chime the hour and half hour from 9 AM to 11 PM

Even my coworkers use it while we’re working they hear the chime and say “5:30, break time!”  Every now and then someone hears the chimes and starts looking around for the source. When they find out it’s my phone they love the idea. 

The developer is very responsive. The one time I had an issue after an IOS update they responded promptly and it was fixed. They released an update to deal with this latest IOS 15 and all is well.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2021-11-01*

Does not work on IOS15. Absolutely useless. Urgently needs fixing

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2021-10-18*

The app stopped working after las Apple update, tried everything, even delete and reinstall but it won’t work. Emailed LutherSoft but never got a response.

### 2/5 — Glitchy

*2020-03-03*

As soon a you close the app it forgets all of the settings you made. Even just minimising it seems to cause the app to reset some settings to default. The result is more chimes that desired in my case. I feel a bit ripped off but I’m glad I didn’t pay for the full version at least. How about an option to save your settings??

## Frequently asked questions about Westminster Chimes Standard

### What is Westminster Chimes Standard?

Westminster Chimes Standard is a utility application that turns your phone into an hourly chiming clock. It plays traditional melodies, including the Westminster Quarters, on the hour and quarter hours.

### How much does Westminster Chimes Standard cost?

The base application is free to download and use. Additional chime melodies can be unlocked through an optional in-app purchase.

### What devices does Westminster Chimes Standard support?

Westminster Chimes Standard is designed for iOS devices, specifically supporting iPhone and iPod.

### Does Westminster Chimes Standard have ads?

No, Westminster Chimes Standard does not contain advertisements. The app is free with optional in-app purchases for additional features.

### How often is Westminster Chimes Standard updated?

The app was last updated on November 22, 2023, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions. The current version is 2.6.0.

### What is the age rating for Westminster Chimes Standard?

Westminster Chimes Standard has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I customize when Westminster Chimes Standard chimes?

Yes, you can customize the chime settings. Options include setting chimes for each quarter hour, chiming the hour number, and defining specific time windows for playback.

### What melodies are available in Westminster Chimes Standard?

The app includes the traditional Westminster Chimes melody by default. Additional melodies such as Whittington, St. Michael's, Canterbury, and Winchester can be unlocked via in-app purchase.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.0 — 2023-11-22

Improved instructions on how to set Notifications

Support for Dark Mode

### 2.5.1 — 2022-05-04

Fixed bugs in In App Purchases

### 2.5 — 2021-11-02

Updated for iOS 15

### 2.4.12 — 2018-07-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for iPhone X. Added support for Dynamic Type Accessibility.

### 2.4.11 — 2017-11-06

Added warning: There is a 12 hour limit between Start and End times when all the quarters are playing. We suggest turning off :15 and :45 to increase this limit to 21 hours. This does not apply to "All Day" chimes.

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