Comparison

SoundClass vs ClockBeats

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

Head to head
About

SoundClass

This app uses AI to detect and record various sounds in your environment, providing real-time alerts. It's particularly useful for nighttime awareness, sleep analysis, and documenting incidents.

Highlights
  • AI sound detection
  • Real-time alerts
  • Sleep quality analysis
  • Sound recording and playback
  • Mosquito and animal sound detection
  • Everyday sound identification
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a personal AI sound detector. SoundClass recognizes important sounds around you, keeps a clear detection history, and helps its models adapt to your environment. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a category: Animals, Baby, Health, Mosquitoes, or Security. 2. Start detection and select the sensitivity that fits your room. 3. Receive a local notification when SoundClass confirms a sound. 4. Review saved audio detections as correct, incorrect, or another sound. 5. Use those reviews to train improved models for your environment. SOUNDS SOUNDCLASS CAN RECOGNIZE • Cats, dogs, and mice • Baby crying and snoring • Coughing, sneezing, and snoring • Mosquito activity • Door knocks, glass breaking, gunshots, and alarm sirens FEATURES • Live AI sound recognition on your device • Adjustable sensitivity and fine-tuning controls • Detection history with audio clips and confidence details • Audio review and personalized model training • Local notifications for confirmed detections • Optional HomeKit light response • Multiple themes with light and dark appearance Recognition accuracy can vary with distance, background noise, device placement, microphone quality, and the sound itself. SoundClass is an assistive utility and must not be used as an emergency, medical, security, or safety-critical alert system. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ GoldTime Terms and Conditions: https://goldtime.com.ar/terms.html

About

ClockBeats

Features
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ClockBeats – Music Meets Time Turn time into an experience. ClockBeats blends a beautifully designed clock with a music-inspired visual experience, creating a unique and immersive way to see time. Whether you’re playing your favorite tracks or simply enjoying the visuals, ClockBeats transforms your device into a living, breathing display. Key Features - Music-Driven Clock Watch time move in rhythm with your music-inspired visuals. - Stunning Visual Themes Choose from beautifully crafted designs inspired by: - Vinyl turntables - Cassette decks - Digital audio meters Each theme brings a different personality to your clock. - Simulated Audio Visualisation Dynamic meters and motion are simulated to create a smooth, visually engaging experience. - Clean, Minimal Interface Designed with a premium, distraction-free aesthetic that feels right at home on iPhone and iPad. - Now Playing Integration Display playback state and timing alongside your clock for a cohesive experience. Why ClockBeats? Most clocks just tell time. ClockBeats lets you experience it. Perfect for: - Music lovers - Desk setups - Ambient displays - Focus sessions - Nightstand mode Designed for Apple Devices Built using modern iOS design principles with smooth performance and attention to detail. Upgrade to Premium Unlock the full ClockBeats experience. With ClockBeats Premium, you get access to everything that makes the app feel alive, customizable, and truly yours. What’s Included - All Visual Themes Access every premium design, including: - Vinyl turntable - Cassette deck - Audio meters - Future exclusive themes - Full Customisation Tailor the experience to your style: - Switch themes anytime - Fine-tune visual behaviour - Create your ideal music + clock setup - Enhanced Visual Experience Enjoy richer, smoother, more refined animations designed for a premium feel. - Ongoing Updates New themes, features, and visual upgrades are added regularly. Flexible Plans Choose what works for you: - Monthly subscription - Yearly subscription (best value) Simple & Transparent - Payment is charged to your Apple account at confirmation - Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled - Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store settings Subscription Terms & Legal Privacy Policy: https://pinkfloydim.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Simple. Beautiful. Musical. Download ClockBeats and see time differently.

Screenshots

SoundClass4 screens
ClockBeats4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ClockBeats at none against SoundClass's shown. ClockBeats also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SoundClass sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and ClockBeats sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SoundClass ships an update every 10 days, ClockBeats every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SoundClass versus ClockBeats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundClassClockBeats
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (10 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB59 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperJavier Ariel BargasSteven Marshall

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SoundClass

One-time2
  • Battery x 10$0.99
  • Battery x 40$1.99
4 purchases

ClockBeats

One-time4
  • Cassette Theme$0.99
  • Minidisk Theme$0.99
  • Vinyl Theme$0.99
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  • Classic Player Theme$0.99

Questions

Is SoundClass free?
SoundClass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ClockBeats free?
ClockBeats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SoundClass or ClockBeats have ads?
SoundClass shows ads; ClockBeats does not.
Which is updated more often, SoundClass or ClockBeats?
SoundClass ships an update every 10 days, and ClockBeats every 6 days. Most recently, SoundClass was updated on September 8, 2026 and ClockBeats on September 19, 2026.

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