Comparison

Niban vs Word Clock · Text Time Widget

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

Head to head
About

Niban

Features
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The app icon is a blue "2". Try placing it next to the "Ichiban" (with "1") icon on your home screen for easy access. Just like a TV remote, simply tap the numbered icon to start a video call - tap "1" for one person, "2" for another. For Beginners: 1) For senior beginners, we recommend having a family member help with the initial setup. 2) Let them know: "I've added another contact. You can now video call with [name]" and "Look for the blue '2' icon." 3) After setup, please help them test the connection and guide them through their first calls. Setup and Operation: Same simple process as "Ichiban" app.

About

Word Clock · Text Time Widget

This app transforms your Home Screen into a stylish display of time using words instead of numbers. Choose from minimalist, retro, or city-inspired themes to personalize your device's aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Time displayed as written words
  • Customizable themes (Minimalist, Retro, City)
  • WidgetKit design for iOS
  • StandBy mode compatibility
  • Privacy-focused, no accounts or tracking
  • Unlock premium themes with Pro upgrade
Features
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Turn your Home Screen into a statement piece. Word Clock reimagines how you see time. Instead of standard numbers, it displays the time in beautifully written words – clean, readable, and designed with purpose. Whether you’re into minimalism, retro tech, or bold city visuals, Word Clock offers a widget that fits your exact aesthetic. Crafted for people who care about design, it blends precise typography with thoughtfully built themes to create a time display that feels personal, modern, and visually stunning. Handcrafted Themes: - Minimalist: Clean, distraction-free typography in Light and Dark variants. - Retro: Relive the classics with Matrix, Retro Digital, Vestaboard, and Keyboard styles. - City Vibes: Capture the energy of the city with NYC inspired themes, Route Board, and Tokyo Neon. Built for iOS: - Fast and battery-friendly WidgetKit design - Works beautifully in StandBy - Privacy-focused - Zero accounts - Zero tracking Unlock Word Clock Pro: The app is free to use with the beautifully designed Default themes. Upgrade to Pro to unlock the full library of premium themes — including all future additions. - Unlimited access to all Premium Themes (Matrix, Neon, NYC, Retro, and more) - Support independent development - 3-Day Free Trial available on the annual plan Bring a more expressive, beautifully designed time display to your iPhone. Simple. Personal. Aesthetic. Learn More: - Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://www.sohofoundry.com/wordclock/privacy

Screenshots

Niban4 screens
Word Clock · Text Time Widget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Niban at none against Word Clock · Text Time Widget's 2. Niban also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.5). 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. Word Clock · Text Time Widget sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Niban asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Niban versus Word Clock · Text Time Widget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNibanWord Clock · Text Time Widget
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuko NakataAarnav Ram

In-app purchases

None

Niban

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Word Clock · Text Time Widget

Subscriptions2
  • Pro - Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro - Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Niban free?
Niban is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Word Clock · Text Time Widget free?
Word Clock · Text Time Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Niban or Word Clock · Text Time Widget have ads?
Neither Niban nor Word Clock · Text Time Widget shows ads.

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