Comparison

Mini Clock vs 3

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

Head to head
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.

About

3

Features
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A simple, instant countdown timer that starts the moment you open it. No menus, no setup — just launch the app and the countdown begins right away. FEATURES • Starts automatically on launch Just tap the icon. No settings screen to hunt through. • Adjustable from 1 to 10 minutes Use the − / + buttons to change the duration in 1-minute steps. • Lock Screen & Dynamic Island support Keep an eye on the remaining time right from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. • Never miss the finish A notification, sound, and vibration let you know when time's up. • Optional ambient sound Toggle a calming forest ambience on or off whenever you like. • One-tap start from the Home Screen (Quick Actions) Long-press the app icon to instantly start a 1, 3, 5, or 10-minute timer. • Icon reflects your setting The Home Screen icon updates to show the number of minutes you've set. Great for: • Waiting for instant noodles or tea to steep • Workout or swimming intervals • Brushing your teeth or washing your face • A quick break or focus session Works on iPhone and iPad. Contains banner ads.

Screenshots

Mini Clock4 screens
31 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 3 at none against Mini Clock's 3. Mini Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads 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. Mini Clock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Mini Clock versus 3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini Clock3
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer细清 陈Legal Prompt Inc.

In-app purchases

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
None

3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mini Clock free?
Mini Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3 free?
3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mini Clock or 3 have ads?
Both Mini Clock and 3 show ads.

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