Zen Flip Clock vs HomeHello
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
HomeHello
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HomeHello is a gentle way to stay connected with the people who matter most. Keep family contact on your mind, organize everyday care reminders, and make small acts of care easier to remember. Call reminders • Set a personal contact rhythm for each family member. • Get a gentle reminder when it is time to check in. • Mark calls and other contact as completed, then look back at your history. Care reminders • Track daily medicine times. • Save expiry dates for medicine, food, and household items. • Keep notes that help you remember what matters. A little more warmth • Use the Family Surprise wheel for small ideas—call home, share a meal, bring fruit, or plan a trip. • See your family, care items, and contact history in one calm, clear place. • Choose Follow System, Simplified Chinese, or English. Switch languages instantly without restarting the app. Private by design HomeHello does not require an account. Your family details, care items, and contact history stay on your device. Calls open through the system Phone app; HomeHello never places calls automatically. HomeHello is for remembering to care, not managing every detail. One small reminder can make it easier to say: I’m thinking of you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HomeHello at none against Zen Flip Clock's 3. Zen Flip Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Zen Flip Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. HomeHello asks for nothing beyond the download.
Zen Flip Clock ships an update every 2 weeks, HomeHello every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zen Flip Clock | HomeHello |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 104 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chaoyang Minimal Software Studio | 路川 高 |
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
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- Enable screen lock/password protection
- Improve widget behavior and reliability
- Introduce a timer mode (countdown)
HomeHello
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Zen Flip Clock
- Monthly Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Yearly Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$9.99
HomeHello
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Zen Flip Clock free?
Is HomeHello free?
Do Zen Flip Clock or HomeHello have ads?
Which is updated more often, Zen Flip Clock or HomeHello?
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