# Flip Clock vs Digital Clock

The clearest difference is ads: Flip Clock at none against Digital Clock's shown. Flip Clock also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (495 vs 153). Digital Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flip Clock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Digital Clock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Flip Clock against 4.4 for Digital Clock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 495 and 153 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Flip Clock's written reviews are positive against 65% of Digital Clock's.

Flip Clock ships an update every 6 days, Digital Clock every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flip Clock | Digital Clock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (495 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flip-clock-digital-clock/id1479450824/reviews) | **[4.4 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-clock-big-led/id1535205851/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **495** | 153 |
| Positive reviews | **70.6% of reviews** | 65.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Amit Verma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219761009) | [Edwin Chan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530170225) |

## What reviewers say

### Flip Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flip-clock-digital-clock/id1479450824)

This app offers a stylish digital flip clock with customizable themes and widgets. It includes alarm functionality with motivational messages, date display, and various time format options. Enhance your device's look with its elegant design and practical features.

**Highlights:** Standby and interactive widgets, Show seconds and date, Customizable themes and wallpapers, Alarm with motivational messages, 24hr/12hr time formats, Flashlight and screen brightness control

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flip Clock pro | $0.99 | one-time |
| Flip Clock Tv Premium | $6.99 | one-time |
| Flip Clock Premium | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Minimalist design
- 🕰 Elegant flip animation
- 🎨 Lots of customization options
- 🔋 No ads
- ⏰ Useful as a desk clock

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Persistent review requests
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and freezing issues
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🕰 Seconds display issues on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Time display issues on widgets
- Customization settings freezing
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- More free theme options
- Calendar integration
- Option to hide seconds
- Improved widget sizing and placement


### Digital Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-clock-big-led/id1535205851)

Transform your device into a stylish digital clock with a customizable LED display. Choose from various time formats, colors, and fonts. Includes white noise for focus or sleep and an alarm function.

**Highlights:** Customizable LED display, 12/24 hour mode, Show/hide date, Font and color selection, White noise generator, Alarm function

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Trials | $12.99 | per year |
| Clock Font | $0.99 | one-time |
| Clock Skin | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Features | $24.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple design
- 🎨 Customizable colors and display options
- 💡 Useful night light/bedside clock functionality
- 📱 Easy to set up and use
- 🌙 Soft, non-intrusive display for nighttime

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Annoying sound when seconds change
- 🚫 Cannot be placed on home screen
- 💸 Paid features required for full functionality
- ⚪ Bright white status/navigation bar at bottom is intrusive
- 🔆 No in-app brightness control (must use phone settings)

**Reported bugs**

- App display cuts off numbers on iPad Pro (resolved in v15.1)
- App times out with phone's auto-lock feature
- Date format inconsistency (TUE, 29 NOV vs TUE, NOV 29)
- Reminder feature unclear/non-functional as alarm

**Requested features**

- Alarm functionality (not just reminders)
- In-app brightness adjustment without leaving app
- Eliminate or dim the white navigation bar at bottom
- Full-screen mode to hide status bar and home indicator
- Easy landscape/portrait orientation toggle within app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flip Clock free?

Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Digital Clock free?

Digital Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flip Clock or Digital Clock?

Digital Clock is rated higher. Flip Clock averages 4.3 out of 5 from 495 ratings, while Digital Clock averages 4.4 from 153 ratings.

### Do Flip Clock or Digital Clock have ads?

Digital Clock shows ads; Flip Clock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flip Clock or Digital Clock?

Flip Clock ships an update every 6 days, and Digital Clock every 6 weeks. Most recently, Flip Clock was updated on October 19, 2026 and Digital Clock on October 17, 2026.

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