Comparison

Clockout vs X

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

Head to head
About

Clockout

Connect with ambitious professionals in your local area through curated social events. Discover networking opportunities, find collaborators, and stay updated on industry happenings.

Highlights
  • Localized social network
  • Discover social clubs and mixers
  • Find cofounders and collaborators
  • Access exclusive industry events
  • Concierge team approval
  • Invite-only access
Features
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Escape the grind and skip the corporate happy hours. We’re a localized social network made for the next generation of professionals. Meet ambitious people in your area at thousands of social clubs, mixers, galas, and more. Find your dream cofounder at a brunch club, unlock access to the hottest rooftop mixers, and see what everyone in your industry is talking about. All member applications are approved by our concierge team (if you don't do waitlists, ask a friend for an invite).

About

X

Discover and share real-time updates on local entertainment venues like bars and clubs. Get insights on events, offers, and venue vibes from other users to plan your perfect night out.

Highlights
  • Real-time venue updates
  • Customizable social metrics
  • Interactive entertainment maps
  • User-generated venue stories
  • Live surveys on venue status
  • Event planning and participation
  • Privacy controls for users
Features
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X-Lit: Live Updates & Insights for Entertainment Spots Introducing X-Lit, your essential companion for exploring the vibrant nightlife and entertainment scene in your community. Our location-based app is specifically designed to keep you connected with the latest happenings at bars, lounges, clubs, and other entertainment venues. Enjoy real-time updates, personalized social metrics, and user-generated content, all focused on enhancing your night out. Key Features: Real-Time Entertainment Updates: Be the first to know about what's happening at local bars, lounges, and clubs. Receive immediate notifications about events, special offers, and exclusive happenings in the nightlife scene. Customizable Social Metrics for Nightlife: Tailor your app experience to focus on metrics relevant to entertainment spots, such as crowd size, music type, and special events. Interactive Entertainment Maps: Discover and navigate local entertainment hotspots with our user-friendly map. Find the best places to enjoy your night, all at your fingertips. User-Generated Stories at Entertainment Venues: Share your experiences at bars, lounges, and clubs with engaging stories. Let others know about the ambiance, music, and overall experience in real-time. Live Surveys on Entertainment Spots: Provide and access instant information about entertainment locations. Fill out quick surveys to update others on wait times, entry fees, capacity, and the vibe of specific venues. Plan and Participate in Nightlife Events: Easily join or organize events at local entertainment spots. Connect with others who share your interests in nightlife and entertainment. Privacy Controls for Nightlife Explorers: We value your privacy. Customize your sharing settings and manage how you interact with the community and entertainment venues. Seamless Social Sharing: Share your nightlife experiences and favorite spots directly on social media platforms from within the app. Why X-Lit? - Connect with the Nightlife Scene: Dive into the local entertainment community and stay updated on the best spots for a great night out. - Informed Nightlife Decisions: Choose your destination based on real-time insights and feedback from fellow nightlife enthusiasts. - Discover and Share the Best Spots:Find new entertainment venues and share your experiences to guide others. Download X-Lit today and elevate your nightlife experience with live updates, stories, and insights tailored to bars, lounges, and clubs!

Screenshots

Clockout4 screens
X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: X at 100% against Clockout's 64%. X also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). Clockout's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (7.9K vs 3). On price 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. Clockout sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. X asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

X holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clockout has 7.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Clockout's written reviews are positive against 100% of X's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Clockout ships an update weekly, X every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Clockout versus X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClockoutX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7.9K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.9K — better3
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#80 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB64 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperClockout INC.X-LIT, LLC

Customer experience

Clockout

All ratings7,884 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral1.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews595 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative33.8%

X

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Clockout

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Repeated app crashes and freezes
  • Issues with account creation and login
  • Inconsistent event scheduling and notifications
  • Inability to update profile information
  • Referral system bugs and errors

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add regional/city-based filters
  • Improve profile editing and customization
  • Introduce more flexible pricing options
  • Enhance search and discovery capabilities
  • Provide better transparency in the approval process

X

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Clockout

Subscriptions14
  • Clockout Premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Clockout Gold$7.997 Days
  • Clockout Gold$14.001 Month
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  • Clockout Gold$15.997 Days
  • Clockout Gold$21.901 Month
  • Clockout Gold3 Days trial$24.997 Days
  • Clockout Gold$27.953 Months
  • Clockout Gold7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Clockout Gold$29.991 Month
  • Clockout Gold$42.003 Months
  • Clockout Gold3 Days trial$46.491 Month
  • Clockout Gold$53.906 Months
  • Clockout Gold3 Days trial$93.003 Months
  • Clockout Gold7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time2
  • RSVP$2.00
  • RSVP$3.49
None

X

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Clockout free?
Clockout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is X free?
X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Clockout or X?
X is rated higher. Clockout averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.9K ratings, while X averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Clockout or X have ads?
Clockout shows ads; X does not.
Which is updated more often, Clockout or X?
Clockout ships an update weekly, and X every 6 weeks. Most recently, Clockout was updated on September 25, 2026 and X on June 9, 2026.

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