Comparison

Clockout vs Boston While Black

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

Boston While Black

A members-only digital hub for Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in Boston. Connect with others, discover curated events, and access exclusive perks to build community and belonging.

Highlights
  • Private digital community
  • Curated in-person and virtual events
  • Exclusive perks and discounts
  • Member-led clubs
  • Events calendar
  • Direct member messaging
  • Original content for city navigation
Features
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Boston While Black is your digital hub for connection, culture, and community. Built with Black professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers in mind, this members-only app gives you 24/7 access to curated spaces, events, and conversations with people who truly get it. Whether you're new to the city, a long-time local, or just looking to find your people, BWB is where belonging begins. Through intentional connection, insider experiences, and real-time conversation—both online and offline—we’re creating a new standard for community: one that transforms the way you live, work, and thrive in Boston and beyond. This is where Black Boston connects. With the BWB app, you can: Join a private digital community of thousands of residents, transplants, and returners Explore curated in-person and virtual events that build connection and amplify culture Access exclusive perks and discounts at restaurants, cultural institutions, and area businesses Participate in member-led clubs based on shared interests, identities, and goals Stay in the know with our events calendar, featuring what’s happening across the region Connect directly with other members via posts, comments, DMs, and interest threads Engage with original content designed to help you navigate the city, build your network, and find belonging Whether you're attending one of our signature events, discovering a new neighborhood gem, or simply looking to build authentic relationships, Boston While Black is your invitation to experience Boston on your own terms. You belong here. Download the BWB app today and start experiencing what it means to go from “I live here” to “I love it here”. ----- Terms of Use: mightynetworks.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Clockout4 screens
Boston While Black4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Boston While Black at none against Clockout's shown. Boston While Black also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). Clockout's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (7.9K vs 11). On price, rating, 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. Clockout sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Boston While Black sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Clockout against 4.7 for Boston While Black. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clockout has 7.9K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Clockout ships an update weekly, Boston While Black every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Clockout versus Boston While Black: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClockoutBoston While Black
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7.9K ratings)4.7 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews62.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.9K — better11
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#175 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size151 MB126 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperClockout INC.BOSTON WHILE BLACK INC.

Customer experience

Clockout

All ratings7,949 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral1.2%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews614 reviews
Positive62.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative34.5%

Boston While Black

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

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

Boston While Black

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
Show 11 more
  • 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
2 purchases

Boston While Black

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$19.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Clockout free?
Clockout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boston While Black free?
Boston While Black is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Clockout or Boston While Black?
Clockout and Boston While Black are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7.9K and 11 ratings respectively.
Do Clockout or Boston While Black have ads?
Clockout shows ads; Boston While Black does not.
Which is updated more often, Clockout or Boston While Black?
Clockout ships an update weekly, and Boston While Black every 2 months. Most recently, Clockout was updated on October 16, 2026 and Boston While Black on October 9, 2026.

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