# WatchTheTime vs Time

The clearest difference is rating: Time at 5.0 against WatchTheTime's 3.6. Time also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). WatchTheTime's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (39 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Time holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WatchTheTime has 39 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of WatchTheTime's written reviews are positive against 67% of Time's.

WatchTheTime ships an update every 2 weeks, Time every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and July 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WatchTheTime | Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchthetime-custom-watchface/id1449385366/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-corner-clock/id6720755644/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **39** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 22 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Dama](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449385365) | [KERNTRONICS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1304798567) |

## What reviewers say

### WatchTheTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchthetime-custom-watchface/id1449385366)

Customize your Apple Watch with a variety of digital time and date complications. Personalize colors, formats, and even offsets to create a unique watch face. Supports multiple complications and all Apple Watch styles.

**Highlights:** Digital time and date complications, AM/PM toggle, Color customization, Custom date formats, Multiple complications, 24-hour format support, Time/date offset

**In-app purchases:** none


### Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-corner-clock/id6720755644)

This app provides a discreet and clear way to display the time on your watch face. It features an hourly progress bar for scheduling and is designed for easy visibility in any corner of the screen. Ideal for minimalist designs and efficient timekeeping.

**Highlights:** Discreet time display in any corner, 12 or 24-hour format, Hourly progress bar, Visible on partial screen access, Seamless watch face integration, Prioritizes clarity and simplicity

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WatchTheTime free?

WatchTheTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Time free?

Time is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WatchTheTime or Time?

Time is rated higher. WatchTheTime averages 3.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Time averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do WatchTheTime or Time have ads?

WatchTheTime shows ads; Time does not.

### Which is updated more often, WatchTheTime or Time?

WatchTheTime ships an update every 2 weeks, and Time every 2 months. Most recently, WatchTheTime was updated on June 9, 2026 and Time on July 8, 2026.

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