Comparison

Telephone Game vs TurnClock

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

Head to head
About

Telephone Game

This app recreates the classic telephone game where players record voice messages that get distorted as they are passed along. Up to ten players can join for a hilarious and chaotic experience.

Highlights
  • Voice message recording
  • Message passing and transformation
  • Multiplayer support (up to 10 players)
  • Hilarious audio distortions
  • Simple and social gameplay
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Telephone Game brings the classic word-of-mouth game to your iPhone. Record a short voice message, pass it along and watch it transform in surprising and hilarious ways as each person records what they think they heard. Invite up to ten players. Just a few listens stand between you and chaos. Simple, social, and made for laughs.

About

TurnClock

Features
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[Feel the Countdown. Enjoy the Game.] TurnClock is a simple mobile app that adds excitement to tabletop and party games with voice countdowns, making every turn clear, fast, and fun. The countdown isn’t just a rule. It becomes part of the game. Clear visuals and optional voice alerts create tension and rhythm, helping games move smoothly while keeping everyone engaged. • No complicated setup • No interruptions • No ads, even on the free plan [What is TurnClock?] TurnClock enhances turn-based games by adding timing, rhythm, and excitement. • Voice and sound countdowns • Clear visuals visible from across the table • Designed to support gameplay, not control it Players can focus on the game instead of watching the clock. [Key Features] Turn-Based Game Timer • Set a turn time that fits your game’s pace • Move to the next turn with a single tap • Keeps games flowing without confusion Voice and Sound Countdowns • Audio cues and voice alerts signal remaining time • Play without constantly watching the screen • Builds excitement as time runs out Multi-Direction Display • 1-way, 2-way, and 4-way display modes • Everyone around the table can see the timer clearly • Ideal for group and family play Grace Mode or Hard Stop • Grace Mode lets the timer count up after zero • Hard Stop ends the turn immediately at zero • Choose what best fits your game style Completely Ad-Free • No ads for free users • No interruptions during gameplay • Designed to protect the flow of game time [Designed for Everyone] TurnClock is built with simplicity first. • Large buttons and clear layouts • Generous tap areas • Minimal text and visual noise • Easy to understand at a glance Even kids can start using it immediately, no instructions needed. [Perfect for These Games] Board Games • Rummikub • Scrabble • Catan • Other turn-based tabletop games Party and Gesture Games • Charades • Word and gesture games • Family party games Strategy Games • Chess • Shogi • Go • Timed or fast-paced variants If your game has turns, TurnClock fits right in. [How It Works] • Choose the number of players • Pick a display mode that fits your table • Set the turn timer • Choose Grace Mode or Hard Stop • Tap to move from one player to the next Everything is designed to be visible and understandable from across the table. [Upgrade to Premium] TurnClock Premium lets you personalize the experience and enjoy even more features. • More sound and voice options • Theme color customization • Player names instead of numbers • Game history and records • Simple leaderboards to track results over time Great for families, regular game groups, and party hosts. Pricing may vary by region. Please check the upgrade page in the app for the latest pricing in your local currency. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. By upgrading to Premium, you agree to Apple’s End User License Agreement (EULA), as well as Sports Clock Manager’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://hoothall.com/turnclock/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://hoothall.com/turnclock/privacy/

Screenshots

Telephone Game4 screens
TurnClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Telephone Game at every 10 days against TurnClock's every 3 weeks. TurnClock's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, 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. Telephone Game sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TurnClock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Telephone Game ships an update every 10 days, TurnClock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Telephone Game versus TurnClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTelephone GameTurnClock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB45 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBlast777 LLCHoot Hall LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Telephone Game

One-time1
  • Unlimited Play$0.99
1 purchases

TurnClock

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Telephone Game free?
Telephone Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TurnClock free?
TurnClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Telephone Game or TurnClock have ads?
Neither Telephone Game nor TurnClock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Telephone Game or TurnClock?
Telephone Game ships an update every 10 days, and TurnClock every 3 weeks. Most recently, Telephone Game was updated on October 3, 2026 and TurnClock on October 18, 2026.

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