Comparison

Alarm Clock vs The Clock

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

Head to head
About

Alarm Clock

This app helps you manage your time and build habits with customizable alarms and timers. It supports various activities like waking up, studying, working out, and taking power naps, offering flexible control and personalized settings.

Highlights
  • Multiple customizable alarm clocks
  • Pomodoro countdown timer
  • Customizable sound options per timer
  • Flexible timer control (on/off/pause/stop)
  • Flashlight activation on alarm
  • Theme and color customization
Features
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Looking for a way to stay on track with your goals, manage your time, and build daily habits? Alarm Clock - Sleep Timer is designed to do it all! Whether it’s waking up, studying, working out, or taking power naps, this app has everything you need to create a custom schedule that fits your life. ■ Key Features: - Create multiple clocks with different time rules, create alarm clocks for work days and rest days. - Pomodoro Countdown Timer to stay on task for power naps from 1 to 40 minutes - Set different sound option for each timer - Turn off/on/pause/stop timer flexibly - Select the date to set alarm clock, reminder clock to avoid missing - Can add time interval - Double tap to turn on/off Flashlight when alarm occurs - Choose a theme and color that fits your style - Detailed instructions, usefulness of alarm clock for your activities ▶ ▶ Recommended For: - Anyone aiming to be on time for meetings, appointments, or waking up consistently. - People with multiple daily goals who don’t want to miss important tasks. - Students and professionals needing focus and productivity boosts. - Power nap enthusiasts looking for quick, refreshing rest options. - Those building sleep routines for better rest and healthier habits. - Fitness lovers managing workout and rest intervals. - Goal-oriented planners needing reminders for deadlines and tasks. Useful for anyone looking to master their time! From customizable alarms to focus and sleep timers, Alarm Clock - Sleep Timer is packed with features designed to keep you on track with ease. Stay productive, rest better, and make every moment count. Hope you have wonderful experiences with this Alarm Clock - Sleep Timer.

About

The Clock

This app provides a reliable and user-friendly alarm clock with essential functions. Wake up gently to music, set future alarms, and customize your wake-up experience with features like volume crescendo and dismiss challenges. It also includes a world clock, timer, and stopwatch.

Highlights
  • Set and manage multiple alarms
  • Schedule future alarms
  • Volume crescendo for gentle wake-up
  • Dismiss challenges to prevent accidental deactivation
  • World clock for multiple time zones
  • Countdown timer and stopwatch with lap recording
  • Customizable themes and dark mode
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Wake up gently to your favorite music with The Clock, a reliable and user-friendly alarm clock that combines all the essential functions you need in a single app. Simple. Reliable. Precise. Features: - Easy-to-use: Set, edit, and remove multiple alarms effortlessly. Use it to wake up in the morning or for reminders and daily tasks. - Set Future Alarms: Schedule alarms for specific dates and never miss important events again. - Easy-to-Use Interface: Customize your alarm titles, snooze settings, and recurring alarms with ease. - Volume Crescendo: Gradually increase the alarm volume for a peaceful and gentle wake-up experience. - Works in All Conditions: Alarms work when your screen is off, in silent mode, or with headphones plugged in. Time zone changes are handled automatically. - Perfect for Heavy Sleepers: With loud alarm options and vibration settings, you’ll wake up on time, every time. - Music and Playlist Integration: Wake up to your favorite music or playlist, with full integration of Apple Music and Spotify. - Dismiss Challenges: To prevent accidentally disabling your alarm, set up challenges like solving math problems, scanning QR codes, or shaking your phone. - Nap Alarm: Set a quick nap alarm and wake up in time to continue your day. - Stylish Bedside Clock: Turn your device into a retro-style nightstand flip clock for a minimalist, elegant look. - World Clock: Keep track of time across multiple cities, perfect for travelers and those with family abroad. - Timer and Stopwatch: Use the countdown timer for activities like cooking, workouts, or games, and track time precisely with the advanced stopwatch, including lap recording. - Customizable Themes and Dark Mode: Personalize the app’s appearance with colorful themes and enjoy dark mode for night-time use. Download The Clock - Alarm Clock & Timer for FREE today!

Screenshots

Alarm Clock4 screens
The Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Alarm Clock at 50% against The Clock's 0%. Alarm Clock also leads on ratings volume (19 vs 1) and rating (3.2 vs 3.0). The Clock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Alarm Clock sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and The Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Alarm Clock holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alarm Clock has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Alarm Clock's written reviews are positive against 0% of The Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Alarm Clock versus The Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlarm ClockThe Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (19 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings19 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDuc Hiep DongJETKITE YAZILIM SANAYI VE TICARET A.S.

Customer experience

Alarm Clock

All ratings19 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative42.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

The Clock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

17 purchases

Alarm Clock

Subscriptions14
  • 1 Weekly Premium Package$0.997 Days
  • 1 Month Premium Package$1.991 Month
  • 1st Weekly Premium Package7 Days trial$1.997 Days
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  • Weekly discount Package$2.497 Days
  • Alarm Weekly Standard$2.997 Days
  • Monthly discount Package$5.991 Month
  • Yearly discount Package$9.991 Year
  • Alarm Monthly Final$9.991 Month
  • Alarm Monthly Standard$17.991 Month
  • 1 year Premium Package$19.991 Year
  • Weekly trial Package3 Days trial$24.997 Days
  • Yearly 1st Premium Package1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • Monthly trial Package3 Days trial$99.991 Month
  • Yearly trial Package3 Days trial$499.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime Package$15.99
  • Buy Premium$19.99
  • Alarm Lifetime Standard$24.99
3 purchases

The Clock

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Access$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access$27.991 Year

Questions

Is Alarm Clock free?
Alarm Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Clock free?
The Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Alarm Clock or The Clock?
Alarm Clock is rated higher. Alarm Clock averages 3.2 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while The Clock averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Alarm Clock or The Clock have ads?
Alarm Clock shows ads; The Clock does not.
Which is updated more often, Alarm Clock or The Clock?
Alarm Clock ships an update monthly, and The Clock monthly. Most recently, Alarm Clock was updated on September 12, 2026 and The Clock on August 20, 2026.

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