Swim Out vs Shock Clock Arcade
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swim Out
A strategic, turn-based puzzle game set in a relaxing poolside or seaside environment. Plan your moves carefully to avoid other swimmers and enjoy the view. Features over 100 levels with diverse swimmers and interactive objects.
- Turn-based puzzle gameplay
- Over 100 levels
- Diverse swimmer types
- Interactive objects
- Environmental hazards
- Controller support
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Dive into the relaxing and refreshing atmosphere of Swim Out, a strategic, turn-based puzzle game, that will transport you into a sunny day by the swimming pool, the river or the sea. Plan each of your strokes wisely and be sure to never cross any other swimmer's path if you want to peacefully enjoy the sea view on a cosy chaise-longue. • "If you're a fan of puzzle games Swim Out is very likely for you. It's attractive, intuitive, and fun." - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out looks like the perfect tactical escape into a lush digital paradise" - Touch Arcade • "Swim Out is a perfect summertime game" - MacStories • "I am delighted by how unfamiliar a swimming experience this is to me" - Rock, Paper, Shotgun • "There are precious few things I appreciate more than a straightforward puzzle game with a strong commitment to its aesthetic, and Swim Out is exactly that" - Waypoint • Over 100 levels nestled in carefully crafted landscapes, soothed by the sound of seagulls, frogs or water splashes. • 7 chapters combining : - 12 different types of swimmers : each with their own way of moving around, ranging from the simple breaststroke swimmers to the more complex divers or cheeky water-bombing kids - 12 different objects to interact with : buoys, fins, water guns, you can even ride a kayak! - 6 disruptive environmental elements like waves, crabs or jellyfish that will give your brain a work out until you swim out! • iCloud sync • 15 GameCenter achievements • 28 iMessage Stickers • Support for all iPhones and iPads • Play with your Xbox One, PS4 or MFi controller Awards and recognition: • "GDC Summer 2020" Artwork selected at GDC Artists gallery • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2018" Finalist, Creativity Award, Strategy Game • "Indie Prize 2018" Finalist • "Ping Awards 2017" Finalist, Mobile Game • "TIGA Games Industry Awards 2017" Finalist, Puzzle Game
Shock Clock Arcade
Tap to jump between moving clocks and survive as long as possible. Test your reflexes across three distinct game modes, each offering a unique challenge. See how high you can score before falling off the screen.
- Tap to jump
- Survive as long as possible
- Three game modes
- Normal mode
- Hardcore mode
- Time Attack mode
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Tap the screen to jump from clock to clock. See how long you can last before jumping off the edge of the screen! 3 game modes to play! ● Normal ● Hardcore ● Time Attack Hope you enjoy the game!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Shock Clock Arcade at Free against Swim Out's $2.99. Shock Clock Arcade also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 59%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Swim Out's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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
Shock Clock Arcade is free to download; Swim Out costs $2.99 up front. Shock Clock Arcade sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Swim Out asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shock Clock Arcade holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swim Out has 253 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Swim Out's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shock Clock Arcade's.
Swim Out ships an update every 4 months, Shock Clock Arcade every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swim Out | Shock Clock Arcade |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (253 ratings) | 5.0 (21 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 253 — better | 21 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lozange Lab | Andrey Spencer |
Customer experience
Swim Out
Shock Clock Arcade
Bugs and requests
Swim Out
Reported bugs
5 issues- Crashes immediately on opening
- Screen orientation locked
- Money deducted without purchase/notification
- Specific level bug (2-13)
- Game crashes after opening
Requested features
7 requests- Option to see finished levels
- Faster mode or quicker animations
- More varied puzzle design
- Ability to undo moves
- More level variety or new levels
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- Explanations for collectibles ('flippers', 'beach ball')
- Customization options (swimsuit variations)
Shock Clock Arcade
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Swim Out
No in-app purchases
Shock Clock Arcade
- Remove Ads$1.99
Questions
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