Comparison

Nightstand vs TimeQ

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Nightstand

Transform your device into a clear, dim bedside clock. It displays the time, weather, and battery level, with adjustable brightness and multiple color themes for optimal nighttime viewing.

Highlights
  • Large, readable digits in darkness
  • Real-time weather display
  • Visible battery level indicator
  • Tap-to-adjust brightness
  • Multiple color themes
  • Designed for low-light use
Features
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Turn your iPhone into the perfect bedside clock — beautiful, dim, and always readable in the dark. No squinting. No fumbling. Just tap to wake, one glance to know. — WHAT YOU GET · A clean, large-digit clock that's easy to read in complete darkness · Real-time weather so you wake up knowing what to wear · 3-day weather forecast · Portrait mode — use Nightstand upright on your nightstand or desk · Battery level always visible — no surprises in the morning · Tap anywhere to adjust screen brightness instantly · Multiple color themes: cool blue, warm gray, night green and much more · Choose your perfect font — from classic digital to minimal thin, rounded, serif and more · A sleep reminder that nudges you to wind down at your chosen time each night — DESIGNED FOR NIGHT Most clock apps are built for daytime. Nightstand is built for the dark — low brightness by default, soothing colors, and zero distractions. Put your phone on the charger, open Nightstand, and your nightstand is transformed. — PERFECT FOR · Bedside use while charging overnight · Hotel rooms and travel (no more clock-hunting) · Desk use as an ambient time display

About

TimeQ

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TimeQ turns your iPhone into a beautiful full-screen digital clock with 50+ stunning themes. Use it as a nightstand clock while charging, play white noise to fall asleep, or add clock widgets to your home screen — all in one elegant app. FULL-SCREEN DIGITAL CLOCK Transform your iPhone into a gorgeous always-on clock display. Choose from 50+ handcrafted themes — minimalist, neon, pastel, retro, and more. Customize colors, fonts, and backgrounds. Perfect as a desk clock, bedside clock, or room display. NIGHT MODE & CHARGING CLOCK Place your iPhone on the charger and TimeQ becomes your dedicated night clock. The screen dims automatically for comfortable nighttime viewing while keeping the time always visible. Ideal as a nightstand clock. WHITE NOISE & SLEEP SOUNDS Fall asleep faster with a curated library of ambient sounds. Rain, ocean waves, forest, fan, and more — find your perfect soundscape. Play sleep sounds while the clock is displayed for the ultimate bedside experience. HOME SCREEN CLOCK WIDGETS Glance at the time without opening the app. Beautiful clock widgets bring your favorite themes right to your home screen. Multiple sizes available to fit any layout. 50+ THEMES & CUSTOMIZATION Express your style with an ever-growing collection of clock themes. Sleek digital displays, elegant analog faces, neon aesthetics, calm pastels — a perfect theme for every mood. Customize everything to make it truly yours. SMART ALARM Wake up your way. Set multiple alarms with custom sounds and labels. Simple, reliable, and easy to use. COUNTDOWN TIMER Time your cooking, workouts, or study sessions. The large display makes it easy to see remaining time from across the room. STOPWATCH Track time with precision. Lap tracking makes it perfect for workouts, sports, and any activity where timing matters. HOURLY CHIME Stay aware of passing time with elegant hourly notifications. Choose from various chime sounds and customize the schedule to fit your day. PRIVACY FIRST All your data stays on your device. No account needed, no personal data collected, no tracking. TimeQ works fully offline. TIMEQ PREMIUM Unlock the full experience: • All 50+ premium themes • Full white noise & sleep sounds library • Advanced alarm features • All widget styles • Priority access to new features Start with a free trial and discover why thousands love TimeQ. Download TimeQ — your all-in-one digital clock, night clock, sleep sounds, and timer companion. Subscription Information • Premium subscription removes all ads • Monthly and yearly auto-renewing plans available • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation • Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings Privacy Policy: https://www.arge24.com.tr/gizlilik-politikasi/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Nightstand4 screens
TimeQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

Nightstand and TimeQ are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Nightstand sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TimeQ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nightstand ships an update every 6 weeks, TimeQ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Nightstand versus TimeQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNightstandTimeQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (126 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings126 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB119 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperGianluca Di MaggioArge 24 Teknoloji Anonim Sirketi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Nightstand

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
2 purchases

TimeQ

Subscriptions2
  • Premium3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$8.991 Year

Questions

Is Nightstand free?
Nightstand is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeQ free?
TimeQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Nightstand or TimeQ have ads?
Both Nightstand and TimeQ show ads.
Which is updated more often, Nightstand or TimeQ?
Nightstand ships an update every 6 weeks, and TimeQ every 2 months. Most recently, Nightstand was updated on October 16, 2026 and TimeQ on October 1, 2026.

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