Comparison

Analog Clock & Timer vs Mini Clock

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

Head to head
About

Analog Clock & Timer

Experience a retro-themed clock and timer with simulated mechanical movements and ticking sounds. Enjoy features like voice timekeeping, widgets, and extensive customization options. Offers a VIP subscription for enhanced functionality.

Highlights
  • Simulated analog clock
  • Simulated timer
  • Voice timekeeping
  • Home screen widgets
  • 19 clock faces
  • Advanced style customization
Features
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Many years later, as you faced the latest smart phone, you were to remember that distant afternoon when you stared at the clock in a daze. Do you remember the small alarm clock on the bedside years ago? Do you remember the ticking sound of your favorite mechanical watch? In this rush and noisy era, clocks and watches are being replaced by the flickering numbers on screens. Only then did we discover that clocks are not just for looking at time. Then, there is such a clock app full of retro feelings. Watching the march of hands, listening to the tick of gears, feeling the texture of time, everything calms down, as if returning to the past. . . ============================ This product contains no ads. Features * Simulated clock * Simulated timer * Voice timekeeping * Landscape and portrait * Date display * Home screen widgets * 19 exquisite clock faces (4 for non-VIP users) * Rich advanced style customization (exclusive to VIP) VIP subscription provides a free trial period, you can decide to purchase or cancel the subscription after trial. ============================ VIP subscription instructions The VIP subscription is purchased annually. VIP exclusive functions can be used during the subscription period. Subscriptions automatically renew unless you cancel them 24hr before next billing date. If you cancel, you can keep using the subscription until the next billing date. If you cancel during a trial period, you might lose access to content immediately. If you signed up for a free or discounted trial subscription and you don't want to renew it, cancel it at least 24 hours before the trial ends. About subscription https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy policy http://data.qiquyouxi.com/privacy/clock-en.html Terms of use http://data.qiquyouxi.com/terms-en.html

About

Mini Clock

Transform your device into a stylish desk clock and productive focus space. Offers multiple clock styles, a Pomodoro timer, to-do list integration, ambient sounds, and customizable widgets. Designed for work, study, and enhanced desk setups.

Highlights
  • 10 unique clock styles
  • Customizable Pomodoro timer
  • iOS Reminders integration
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Home screen widgets
  • Landscape and iPad support
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a clean desk clock and focus space. Mini Clock combines 10 clock faces, a Pomodoro timer, to-dos, widgets, and white noise for study, work, and desk setups. ◆ 10 Clock Styles Wave pointer, digital, flip, LED, minimal, classic, retro, orbit, solar, and neon — each carefully designed for different moods and settings. Reverse clock mode lets time flow backward. ◆ Pomodoro Focus Timer Built-in Pomodoro timer with customizable work and break intervals. Get notified when each session ends to keep your rhythm going. ◆ To-Do Integration Reads directly from iOS Reminders. View and manage your tasks right on the clock face — no app switching, no interruptions. ◆ Ambient Sounds & Quotes Rain, white noise, and fireplace sounds create an immersive atmosphere. Enjoy typewriter-style quote displays in English and Chinese, or add your own custom quotes. ◆ Home Screen Widgets Multiple widget sizes automatically sync with your chosen clock style. See time and quotes at a glance on your Home Screen. ◆ Landscape & iPad Support Improved landscape and iPad layouts make the clock, to-dos, and quotes feel better on larger screens and desk setups. ◆ Three Theme Modes Default, to-do, and minimal themes — switch between them to match your workflow. ◆ Privacy First No account required. Your core data stays on your device. Reminders access is used only to display and manage your to-dos. ◆ One-Time Purchase Free to use with basic features. Remove ads or unlock all themes with a single purchase — no subscriptions, no hidden fees.

Screenshots

Analog Clock & Timer4 screens
Mini Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Analog Clock & Timer at 50% against Mini Clock's 0%. Analog Clock & Timer also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). Mini Clock's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Analog Clock & Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year and Mini Clock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Analog Clock & Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Analog Clock & Timer has 41 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Analog Clock & Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mini Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Analog Clock & Timer ships an update every 10 months, Mini Clock every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Analog Clock & Timer versus Mini Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnalog Clock & TimerMini Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (41 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings41 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer建瑛 贾细清 陈

Customer experience

Analog Clock & Timer

All ratings41 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative14.6%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Mini Clock

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Analog Clock & Timer

Subscriptions1
  • VIP7 Days trial$2.991 Year
3 purchases

Mini Clock

One-time3
  • 移除广告$0.99
  • 解锁功能$1.99
  • 移除广告并解锁功能$2.99

Questions

Is Analog Clock & Timer free?
Analog Clock & Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mini Clock free?
Mini Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Analog Clock & Timer or Mini Clock?
Analog Clock & Timer is rated higher. Analog Clock & Timer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Mini Clock averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Analog Clock & Timer or Mini Clock have ads?
Mini Clock shows ads; Analog Clock & Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Analog Clock & Timer or Mini Clock?
Analog Clock & Timer ships an update every 10 months, and Mini Clock every 2 months. Most recently, Analog Clock & Timer was updated on September 23, 2026 and Mini Clock on September 13, 2026.

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