# LivingWatch vs Chime Machine

The clearest difference is rating: LivingWatch at 3.1 against Chime Machine's 1.0. LivingWatch also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (14 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chime Machine sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. LivingWatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

LivingWatch holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LivingWatch has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | LivingWatch | Chime Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livingwatch/id1600720308/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chime-machine/id6748895957/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 123 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [McGonigle Sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600720310) | [moonxseed](https://appshunter.io/developer/310554167) |

## What reviewers say

### LivingWatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livingwatch/id1600720308)

Experience the intricate sound and visual mechanics of a real chiming watch directly on your phone. This app simulates a quarter repeater timepiece, striking hours and quarter hours with distinct chimes. Explore both the dial and the detailed mechanism in real-time.

**Highlights:** Quarter repeater chime simulation, Hour and quarter-hour strikes, Dual-tone chimes (low for hours, high for quarters), Visible dial and mechanism views, Real-time time indication, Mechanical art simulation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Chime Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chime-machine/id6748895957)

This app provides a gentle, audible reminder at a chosen time each day. It serves as a mindful cue to pause, breathe, and appreciate the present moment. Unlock additional features like custom chimes and multiple daily alerts with a premium subscription.

**Highlights:** Daily chime at chosen time, Automatic playback via notifications, No ads, minimal design, Multiple custom chimes (Pro), Variety of bell and tone options (Pro), Create personal daily rhythms (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro subscription | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LivingWatch free?

LivingWatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Chime Machine free?

Chime Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LivingWatch or Chime Machine?

LivingWatch is rated higher. LivingWatch averages 3.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Chime Machine averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do LivingWatch or Chime Machine have ads?

Neither LivingWatch nor Chime Machine shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*