Comparison

Warclock vs Warhammer 40,000

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

Head to head
About

Warclock

Features
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Warclock is a shared clock with points trackers for Wargamers. The app has different setting options for the timer and points trackers functions. Some options are reserved for those who support the app with a coffee. ● Timer function: The main clock function can be used without time limit. By default, the playing time per player is set to 1.5 hours, but can be freely modified. Warclock works like a chess clock. To start the game, the first player presses his timer button, which starts their time countdown. After playing his turn, the active player hands over by pressing his timer button, which then starts the countdown of the opponent timer. A central indicator displays the Rounds (this indicator can be hidden). A simple tap on the indicator adds a round, and it is also possible to scroll the rounds in both directions if necessary. An option allows to display the cumulated game time of the player on each button (in addition to the time countdown). The timer buttons can be customized with the army name of each player, which can be filled in manually or chosen from the army lists available for the 2 most common wargames*. The timer is supplied with an anti-sleep function, which prevents the app from going to sleep by itself, in order to avoid any interruption in the countdown and loss of game time display on the table. By default, if the app is set in the background, the clock continues to run to allow the player to consult its documentation. However, an option allows to invert this behavior by suspending the clock. If necessary, a button within the timer options allows to stop and reset the clock immediately. At the players' choice, a "Pause" button can also be added, in order to suspend the countdown during the game. When one of the timers reaches zero, the hand automatically passes to the other player. At the end of the game time, a panel indicates the end of the game. ● Points trackers: Each player has a set of points trackers (which can optionally be hidden). The bottom trackers keep points for a primary objective (P) and for 3 secondary objectives (S1, S2, S3). At the top of the screen, a first tracker allows you to note the command points (C) and a second one allows you to note the victory points (V), which can be calculated automatically at the end of the game (this option can be disabled). Adding points is done by simply pressing the tracker of your choice, which brings up a drop-down menu allowing you to add 1 to 5 points, remove 1 point, reset the tracker used (RESET) or reset all the points trackers (RES. ALL). The maximum number of points that can be added to the different trackers (primary objective, secondary objectives and commands) can be modified. Starting the clock resets all the point trackers to zero. (*) Warclock can be used for Warhammer AOS© and Warhammer 40.000© games. Please note that Warclock is in no way supported by or affiliated with Games Workshop Limited.

About

Warhammer 40,000

This app is your digital companion for tabletop warfare in the 41st Millennium. It provides simplified core rules, complete unit datasheets for all factions, and tools to build valid armies for engaging in brutal battles.

Highlights
  • Simplified core rules
  • Complete unit datasheets
  • Combat Patrol datasheets
  • Army building tool (Battle Forge)
  • Faction and unit stats
Features
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This is the official Warhammer 40,000 app, an invaluable toolbox of support for planning armies and playing battles of the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop miniatures game. It includes the full Core Rules, along with key supporting info like rules commentary and tournament companions, that all can be searched and referenced quickly and easily. This app is the easiest way to plan your Warhammer 40,000 army, always up to date with the latest points and rules in the Battle Forge. Using codes in your army’s codex, you can unlock all the datasheets, detachments, stratagems and enhancements for your chosen army. And with the new War Journal feature, you can now track the score of your Warhammer 40,000 games as you play. In addition, the full rules for playing Warhammer 40,000 combat patrol, along with the datasheets for every combat patrol unit, are included in this app for free. Features: - The core rules for the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop miniatures game - Plan your army list with Battle Forge - Unlock your army’s rules with the code found in your Codex - Track your Warhammer 40,000 battles in the War Journal - Sync your War Journal with your opponent to see the stats of every unit in the battle - Full rules for every Combat Patrol force Subscribers to Warhammer+ will unlock even more features, including the ability to plan multiple army lists at a time. In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war. This app helps you wage it. https://www.warhammer.com/legal#app-terms-conditions

Screenshots

Warclock4 screens
Warhammer 40,0004 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Warhammer 40,000 at every 4 days against Warclock's monthly. Warhammer 40,000 also leads on chart position (#80 vs unranked). Warclock's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.6). 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. Warclock sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Warhammer 40,000 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Warclock ships an update monthly, Warhammer 40,000 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Warclock versus Warhammer 40,000: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWarclockWarhammer 40,000
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (1.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—25.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.6K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#80 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB164 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperChristophe GarreauGames Workshop Limited

Bugs and requests

Warclock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Warhammer 40,000

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Battleforge section doesn't work, can't create new armies
  • Constant issues with subscription and list building
  • Faction selection page never loads

Requested features

10 requests
  • Option to enable Legends units for friendly games
  • Faster updates when new codexes are released
  • In-app CP and VP counter
  • Compatibility with Crusade rules and older editions
  • Ability to duplicate lists and change detachments
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  • Visual function to show weapon pictures
  • More customization options for units like Chaplains
  • Ability to share Battle Bunker with opponents
  • Sync between iPhone and iPad apps
  • Ability to mark eliminated units in lists

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Warclock

One-time4
  • Unlock options with a coffee$2.99
  • Buy me another coffee$2.99
  • Buy me 2 coffees$5.99
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  • Buy me 3 coffees$8.99
2 purchases

Warhammer 40,000

Subscriptions2
  • Warhammer+ Monthly$8.491 Month
  • Warhammer+ Annual$74.991 Year

Questions

Is Warclock free?
Warclock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Warhammer 40,000 free?
Warhammer 40,000 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Warclock or Warhammer 40,000 have ads?
Neither Warclock nor Warhammer 40,000 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Warclock or Warhammer 40,000?
Warclock ships an update monthly, and Warhammer 40,000 every 4 days. Most recently, Warclock was updated on October 27, 2026 and Warhammer 40,000 on October 31, 2026.

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