# Digital Clock vs StandBy Clocks

Digital Clock and StandBy Clocks both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 52% of Digital Clock's written reviews are positive against 0% of StandBy Clocks's. Digital Clock also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 38). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Digital Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and StandBy Clocks sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Digital Clock against 4.4 for StandBy Clocks. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Clock has 1.3K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of Digital Clock's written reviews are positive against 0% of StandBy Clocks's.

Digital Clock ships an update every 3 weeks, StandBy Clocks monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digital Clock | StandBy Clocks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-clock-bedside-widget/id1505334122/reviews) | [4.4 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-clocks-date-and-time/id6469806795/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | **52.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 12 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Bud Copmany](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642519244) |

## What reviewers say

### Digital Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-clock-bedside-widget/id1505334122)

This app provides a clear and attractive LED digital clock display. It's ideal for use on a nightstand or desk, offering customizable options for time format and visibility of weekdays and dates.

**Highlights:** Beautiful LED digital display, 12/24 hour mode switching, Show/hide weekdays, Show/hide date

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and clean design
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Potential for customization (font, background)
- 👍 Useful for specific use cases (e.g., pool clock)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Time display issues (24-hour format, incorrect time)
- 💰 Paid features that should be free (color customization)
- 🐛 Widget issues (only shows military time)
- 🔍 Lack of advanced features (alarms, weather)

**Reported bugs**

- Time display issues
- Widget only shows military time
- Inconsistent behavior with background images

**Requested features**

- Add alarm functionality
- Improve widget customization options
- Allow changing time format (12-hour vs. 24-hour)
- Introduce more free customization options
- Add weather information display


### StandBy Clocks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-clocks-date-and-time/id6469806795)

Transform your device into a stylish desk clock with customizable widgets. Personalize digital and analog clocks, add dates, reminders, and more to match your environment. Features a built-in editor, night mode, and smooth animations for a functional and individual display.

**Highlights:** Customizable digital and analog clocks, Date, calendar, and reminder widgets, Personalized appearance (color, background, font), Built-in editor for quick adjustments, Night mode for low-light viewing, Smooth animations and clear information display

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Personalize Your Time! | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Personalize Your Time! | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Clocks Widget with Style | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Personalize Your Time! | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Enhance Your Clock Aesthetic! | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digital Clock free?

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

### Is StandBy Clocks free?

StandBy Clocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Digital Clock or StandBy Clocks?

Digital Clock and StandBy Clocks are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.3K and 38 ratings respectively.

### Do Digital Clock or StandBy Clocks have ads?

Neither Digital Clock nor StandBy Clocks shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Digital Clock or StandBy Clocks?

Digital Clock ships an update every 3 weeks, and StandBy Clocks monthly. Most recently, Digital Clock was updated on October 22, 2026 and StandBy Clocks on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*