Data Clock vs Manawanui
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Data Clock
Purchase mobile data in flexible amounts, from small top-ups to larger bundles, to use whenever you need it. This service is perfect for bridging gaps between plan renewals or for occasional data needs, with affordable options available.
- Buy data in small or large amounts
- Use data whenever you want
- Ideal for long trips or waiting
- Bridge gaps until plan renews
- Affordable pricing options
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Buy data in small or large amounts to be used whenever you want. It’s ideal for long bus rides, waiting rooms or getting you through until your plan renews. It’s also good for when things get tight, with prices starting at under $1 for 15 minutes.
Manawanui
This app facilitates self-directed funding, giving users control over their support services. It offers tools for recruiting, budgeting, payroll, and managing support staff, tailored to individual needs.
- Self-directed funding control
- Recruitment assistance
- Budgeting tools
- Payroll system
- Support staff management
- Add-on service options
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Manawanui is the pioneer and leading facilitator of Self-Directed Funding in New Zealand. Self-directed funding means that you are in control of how, when and who delivers your support at home and in the community. This means you purchase the support you need, employ the people you want and manage your available budget. We can provide as little or as much support as you need. Whether you need help with recruiting, budgeting and being an employer, want a hassle-free payroll system or are looking for a proven and trusted payroll partner, we have an option to suit you. We provide a Management Service to all clients, and offer a range of add-on services that you can pick and choose from: Payroll Service Employer Protection & Support package Training for Support Staff Health & Safety resources Other Services Whether you’re government or privately funded, Manawanui can put together an individualised option for you. You’re in charge so you tell us what you want and we’ll help you get it in place. For more information contact us on 0508 462 427 or info@incharge.org.nz.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Manawanui at free against Data Clock's free with in-app purchases. Manawanui also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Data Clock's advantage is review sentiment (29% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Data Clock ships an update every 3 weeks, Manawanui every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Data Clock | Manawanui |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (138 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 29.4% of reviews — better | 14.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 138 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 2degrees Mobile | Manawanui |
Customer experience
Data Clock
Manawanui
Bugs and requests
Data Clock
Reported bugs
16 issues- App displays 'Yikes! Something went wrong' error repeatedly
- Sidebar screen stuck issue
- Blank screen when purchasing data
- Registration code verification failing
- Login code timeout and delivery delays
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- Free hour not appearing in account
- Data Piñata winnings not credited
- App logs out during holiday periods
- Number keyboard appearing unexpectedly
- Glitching prevents scrolling
- Top-up balance not refreshing
- App requires deregistration/reregistration to sync balance
- Free hour not showing for some users
- Data Clock unavailable during peak times
- Cannot purchase data packs - redirects to App Store loop
- Hotspot data consumption issue
Requested features
10 requests- Lock screen widget showing remaining time
- Pause button to stop data consumption
- In-app Data Piñata game instead of external link
- Automatic cycling codes for Data Piñata
- Notification reliability improvements
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- Cellular iPad support
- 4G instead of 3G for free data
- Data usage monitor within app
- Maintenance notifications to users
- Longer data pack duration options
Manawanui
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Data Clock
No in-app purchases
Manawanui
No in-app purchases








