Comparison

X Clock vs Always On

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

Head to head
About

X Clock

This app offers a minimalist clock display with customizable themes and widgets. It includes features like timers, reminders, and a focus clock to enhance productivity during study or work sessions. Personalize your device with its transparent widget effects.

Highlights
  • 14 colorful themes
  • Rich widgets with transparent effects
  • Countdown and reminder functionality
  • Focus clock for productivity
  • Multiple widget support
  • New clock styles and widgets
Features
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X Clock is a lightweight clock application that displays the time in a concise way and accompanies your study, work and study. - 14 colorful themes, more will be added in the future. - Rich widgets, support transparent effects, can beautify your desktop and create a personalized desktop. - Multiple widgets, support countdown, countdown, reminder, focus clock. Recent Updates: - Two new clock styles and widgets have been added: Cheering Duck and Childlike

About

Always On

A minimalist desktop clock widget offering a full-screen, always-on live time display. It ensures you're constantly aware of the time, perfect for managing tasks or relaxing. Stay connected to every second of your day with this visually appealing tool.

Highlights
  • Full-screen live time display
  • Always-on functionality
  • Minimalist design
  • Visually appealing interface
  • Task management tool
Features
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"Always On - Time Clock Widgets" is a sleek, minimalist desktop clock widget that keeps you always in sync with time. Designed to be fully functional and visually appealing, it offers an uninterrupted, full-screen live time display that ensures you're always aware of the time at a glance. The app’s always-on feature means it’s always running, making it the perfect tool for both work and relaxation. Whether you're managing tasks or taking breaks, this clock keeps you connected to every second of your day. Never miss a moment with "Always On - Time Clock Widgets" — time that’s always with you. Select a subscription plan: $1.99 for a week $19.99 for lifetime • Upon confirmation, payment is charged to your iTunes Account. • The subscription will automatically renew unless you turn off auto-renewal 24 hours before the current period ends. • Your account will be charged the renewal fee 24 hours before the current period ends. • Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchasing. • If applicable, any remaining time on a free trial will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Term Of Use: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/1ae3e3f6-8f1e-4b09-a4f6-c36b3cc7329f Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/b98954f8-4fef-46dd-8581-4e0958e5ab37

Screenshots

X Clock4 screens
Always On4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: X Clock at free with in-app purchases against Always On's subscription. X Clock also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). Always On's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (12 vs 1). On price, ads, 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. X Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Always On sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

X Clock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Always On has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

X Clock ships an update every 6 weeks, Always On every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
X Clock versus Always On: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterX ClockAlways On
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings112 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晓伟 庄Kezia Fransiska Hutapea

Customer experience

X Clock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Always On

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

X Clock

One-time1
  • XClock Permanent Premium$0.99
2 purchases

Always On

Subscriptions1
  • Always On Pro Week$1.997 Days
One-time1
  • Always On Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is X Clock free?
X Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Always On free?
Always On is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, X Clock or Always On?
X Clock is rated higher. X Clock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Always On averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.
Do X Clock or Always On have ads?
Neither X Clock nor Always On shows ads.
Which is updated more often, X Clock or Always On?
X Clock ships an update every 6 weeks, and Always On every 2 weeks. Most recently, X Clock was updated on October 30, 2026 and Always On on October 30, 2026.

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