Comparison

Nintendo Switch App vs Diamond Clock

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

Head to head
About

Nintendo Switch App

Enhance your Nintendo Switch online gaming with this companion app. Check friends' online status, add them easily, and access game-specific services. View and share screenshots and videos directly from your system.

Highlights
  • Check friends' online status
  • Add friends via QR code or friend code
  • View and share screenshots/videos
  • Access game-specific services
  • Receive notifications for friend online status
  • Game-specific features for Zelda, Splatoon, Animal Crossing, Smash Bros.
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The Nintendo Switch App smartphone app enhances your online gameplay experience on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 and Nintendo Switch systems. With this app, you can use friend features and game-specific services for compatible games even when you're not playing! You can also view and share screenshots and videos uploaded from your system. ◆ Check friends' online status You can check whether your friends are online and see what games they're playing. You can also choose to receive a notification in the app when a friend comes online. ◆ Use your smartphone to add friends You can add friends via their friend code or a QR code even when you're not using your system. ◆ View your screenshots and videos You can upload screenshots and videos saved in your Nintendo Switch 2 system's Album to the app, then view, save, and share them. ◆ Access game-specific services You can use these services to view helpful information related to the supported software! You will also have access to a variety of features that will help take your online gameplay experience to the next level. Currently, game-specific services are available for these games:  ・ The Legend of Zelda™: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition    ・ Get voice guidance to help you reach locations you haven't visited yet    ・ Share schematics and items via QR codes    ...And more!  ・ Splatoon™ 3    ・ View the online status of friends playing the game    ・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats    ・ View upcoming stage schedules    ...And more!  ・ Animal Crossing™: New Horizons    ・ Send custom designs created in Animal Crossing games on the Nintendo 3DS™ system to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game    ・ Use your smartphone to send messages that appear in-game    ・ Check the online status of users set as Best Friends    ...And more!  ・ Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate    ・ View posted images and videos    ・ Queue downloads of user-created stages to play them in your game    ・ Get notifications about upcoming events    ...And more!  ・ Splatoon™ 2    ・ Check leaderboards and map schedules    ・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats    ...And more! Important Information: ● Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features, including voice chat. ● Active Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) required to use certain features. ● Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch system and compatible software required to use app features. ● Compatible smartphone required. ● Persistent internet connection required. ● Data charges may apply. ● May include advertising. For more information about GameChat, visit support.nintendo.com ◆ Nintendo Switch Online is not available in all countries. Terms apply. Visit nintendo.com/purchase-terms for more information.

About

Diamond Clock

Features
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Diamond Clock: Antique Elegance Meets Modern Innovation Transform your iPhone, iPad, or even a 40-inch Smart TV into a breathtaking antique diamond clock with Diamond Clock—an all-in-one clock, music box, and alarm that brings timeless luxury to your fingertips. Crafted with cutting-edge 3D modeling and dynamic animations, this app reimagines the grandeur of real diamond clocks (worth $10K to $30M!) as an affordable, customizable masterpiece. A single purchase unlocks a lifetime license for all your home devices—no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, no ads, just pure elegance. Built from over 200 meticulously designed 3D elements—including dials, hands, rings, and dazzling diamonds in 10 classic shapes and colors—Diamond Clock is a “constructor” of endless possibilities. Choose from 60 pre-built designs or unleash your creativity with advanced customization, blending diamond hues, decorative styles, and animations to suit any screen size or orientation. Whether it’s a regal wall clock on your TV or an aristocratic desk accent on your tablet, this app adapts flawlessly, delivering smooth, stunning visuals powered by a unique coding approach celebrated by software development experts. Beyond its striking looks, Diamond Clock enchants with five licensed, retro-inspired soundtracks that turn it into a musical treasure. Set it as a clock, enjoy it as a music box, or wake up to its charm as an alarm—perfect for classic lovers who adore vintage elegance. Imagine the “wow” from guests as your device becomes a conversation piece, blending the nostalgia of a bygone era with today’s technology. Safe, private, and innovative, this app is the work of a solo creative visionary—recognized as a “creative innovator” in the tech world. It’s more than an app; it’s a statement of style, a gift for all ages, and a chance to own a slice of luxury with one simple payment—no recurring fees ever. Download now and let Diamond Clock redefine your space with aristocratic flair!

Screenshots

Nintendo Switch App4 screens
Diamond Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Nintendo Switch App at Free against Diamond Clock's $1.99. Nintendo Switch App also leads on chart position (#41 vs unranked). Diamond Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Nintendo Switch App is free to download; Diamond Clock costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Nintendo Switch App versus Diamond Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNintendo Switch AppDiamond Clock
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.1 (13K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings13K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#41 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB89 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNintendo Co., Ltd.Oleg Kyrylenko

Bugs and requests

Nintendo Switch App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues
  • Infinite loading screens
  • Disconnects during voice chat

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add messaging/invite system
  • Integrate with more games
  • Allow access to eShop and game libraries
  • Improve voice chat quality and functionality
  • Add support for landscape mode on iPad

Diamond Clock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Nintendo Switch App

No in-app purchases

None

Diamond Clock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nintendo Switch App free?
Nintendo Switch App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Diamond Clock free?
Diamond Clock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nintendo Switch App or Diamond Clock have ads?
Neither Nintendo Switch App nor Diamond Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nintendo Switch App or Diamond Clock?
Nintendo Switch App ships an update every 2 months, and Diamond Clock every 2 months. Most recently, Nintendo Switch App was updated on November 13, 2026 and Diamond Clock on November 8, 2026.

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