Comparison

Zen Flip Clock vs Flipper's Clock

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

Head to head
About

Zen Flip Clock

This app offers a minimalist clock experience with multiple themes and powerful focus tools. It functions as a fullscreen desk clock and includes a Pomodoro timer, stopwatch, and hourly chime to help manage time and improve productivity.

Highlights
  • Multiple clock themes (flip, digital, minimalist)
  • Fullscreen desk clock functionality
  • Pomodoro timer for focused work sessions
  • Stopwatch for timing tasks
  • Hourly chime for routine building
  • Time usage statistics
  • Home and lock screen widgets
Features
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Zen Flip Clock A minimalist flip clock, desk clock, and focus timer designed to make time clear, simple, and easy to follow. Choose from multiple clock themes, including flip clock, digital clock, and minimalist styles. Use it as a fullscreen clock for studying, working, focusing, or as a clean nightstand clock. Open the app and start right away. Why Zen Flip Clock More than just a clock, Zen Flip Clock is a simple tool for focus and time management. From study sessions and focused work to everyday timing, it helps you stay aware of your time and make every minute count. Key Features Multiple Clock Themes Choose from flip clock, digital clock, and minimalist clock designs. Use your favorite theme as a desk clock, fullscreen clock, or nightstand clock for work, study, and everyday use. Pomodoro Timer Stay focused with the built-in Pomodoro timer. Perfect for studying, reading, working, and other tasks that require concentration. Count Up Timer Track elapsed time for studying, workouts, meditation, reading, and everyday activities. Hourly Chime Stay aware of time with hourly chimes and customizable reminders. Build better routines for work, study, and daily life. Focus Statistics Track your focus time and usage to better understand how you spend your time. Personalization Multiple Themes Switch between a variety of minimalist clock themes, from classic flip clock designs to clean digital styles. Smooth Animations Enjoy clean, natural, and fluid clock animations designed for a calm visual experience. Home & Lock Screen Widgets View the time at a glance with Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets without opening the app. Easy Controls Swipe left for Pomodoro Swipe right for Count Up Timer Tap to open Settings Whether you need a flip clock for your desk, a fullscreen digital clock for studying, a Pomodoro timer for focused work, or a simple nightstand clock, Zen Flip Clock keeps time clear and focus simple. Make time visible. Stay focused. Contact & Legal ▸ Bug Reports & Feedback: minimalsoftwarestudio@gmail.com ▸ Terms of Use: https://minimalsoftwarestudio.feishu.cn/docs/doccnK7LrYMwBFdr7SRl4qQv2lb

About

Flipper's Clock

Add a customizable retro flip clock widget to your iPhone's Home Screen, Lock Screen, and StandBy mode. Personalize fonts, colors, and wallpapers to transform your device into a stylish desk clock with a satisfying flip animation.

Highlights
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Lock Screen widgets
  • StandBy mode integration
  • Customizable fonts and colors
  • Wallpaper options
  • Retro flip animation
Features
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A retro flip clock for your Home Screen, Lock Screen, and StandBy mode. Customize every detail — fonts, colors, wallpapers — and watch your iPhone become a beautiful desk clock. WIDGETS EVERYWHERE Home Screen widgets in every size. Lock Screen widgets that stay visible at a glance. StandBy mode turns your iPhone into a bedside flip clock while charging. DESIGN YOUR OWN Mix fonts, colors, and bold wallpapers — tartan, geometric, minimal, or your own style. Every design you create in the app instantly applies to your widgets too. FLIP ANIMATION The satisfying flip motion of a mechanical clock, reimagined in pixels. Seconds display optional. SIMPLE & LIGHTWEIGHT No account required. No ads. Just a beautiful clock that works.

Screenshots

Zen Flip Clock4 screens
Flipper's Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Zen Flip Clock at 72% against Flipper's Clock's 0%. Zen Flip Clock also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Zen Flip Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Flipper's Clock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zen Flip Clock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zen Flip Clock has 6.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Zen Flip Clock's written reviews are positive against 0% of Flipper's Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zen Flip Clock ships an update every 2 weeks, Flipper's Clock every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Zen Flip Clock versus Flipper's Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZen Flip ClockFlipper's Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.2K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews71.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChaoyang Minimal Software Studiohalloweenjack inc.

Customer experience

Zen Flip Clock

All ratings6,171 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews684 reviews
Positive71.8%
Neutral11.5%
Negative16.7%

Flipper's Clock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Zen Flip Clock

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Time display inaccuracies
  • Widget freezing and displaying incorrect time
  • Pomodoro timer not working as expected
  • Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates
  • App crashing or becoming unresponsive

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add alarm functionality
  • Implement live activities support
  • Allow custom pomodoro timer durations
  • Provide more theme/color options
  • Add world clock/timezone support
Show 3 more
  • Enable screen lock/password protection
  • Improve widget behavior and reliability
  • Introduce a timer mode (countdown)

Flipper's Clock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Zen Flip Clock

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$9.99
3 purchases

Flipper's Clock

One-time3
  • Wallpaper Set #013 variants$0.49
  • Wallpaper Set #02$0.49
  • Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Zen Flip Clock free?
Zen Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flipper's Clock free?
Flipper's Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zen Flip Clock or Flipper's Clock?
Zen Flip Clock is rated higher. Zen Flip Clock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.2K ratings, while Flipper's Clock averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Zen Flip Clock or Flipper's Clock have ads?
Neither Zen Flip Clock nor Flipper's Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zen Flip Clock or Flipper's Clock?
Zen Flip Clock ships an update every 2 weeks, and Flipper's Clock every 2 months. Most recently, Zen Flip Clock was updated on September 24, 2026 and Flipper's Clock on June 8, 2026.

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