Comparison

Clockwork vs Watch Tracker

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

Head to head
About

Clockwork

This app allows you to measure the accuracy of your watches using your phone's camera. It compares an image of your watch to an atomic clock to calculate its timekeeping offset. Track accuracy over time with graphs and store detailed watch information.

Highlights
  • Measure accuracy using images
  • Atomic clock synchronization
  • Accuracy over time graphs
  • Store detailed watch information
  • Dark mode support
  • Digital and analog atomic clock
Features
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Measure the accuracy of your watches today! Clockwork includes several useful features. You can store watch information, measure watch accuracy, and set your watch using a clock synchronized with atomic time. Check it out now! _MEASUREMENTS USING IMAGES_ Most other watch measurement apps require either third-party equipment or that you press a button at a specific time. Additional equipment is often expensive, and timing a button press is difficult to do precisely. Clockwork solves this by letting you take a picture of your watch and indicate the time shown in the image. We then synchronize the image capture time with atomic time before comparing it with the time shown on the watch to calculate an offset. Taking measurements over time provides a real-world view of your watch's accuracy. _GRAPHS_ Watch your measurements over time on a beautifully crafted graph. The graph shows how your watch's accuracy changes over time and offers several modes to help you understand its performance. _WHY MEASURE?_ Knowing the accuracy of your watch is interesting on its own, but it also has several practical uses. It can indicate when it is time for a service, and documented accuracy could increase resale value, especially for vintage watches. _STORE DETAILED INFORMATION_ In case of theft or accidents, it will always help to have your information stored in a secure place. _ATOMIC CLOCK, DARK MODE AND MUCH MORE!_ Clockwork includes an atomic clock in both digital and analog formats to help you set your watch as precisely as possible. Powerful settings such as Dark or Light mode, separate day and date formats, and different ways to sort your watches let you customize the app to your liking. // Appfred AS © 2026

About

Watch Tracker

Measure and record how your watches perform over time. This app helps you track accuracy, identify issues like magnetism, and understand positional variance with detailed charts and exports. It provides a smart reference time and a magnetism check utility for watch collectors.

Highlights
  • Record watch accuracy in seconds per day (SPD)
  • Build and manage a watch collection
  • Smart atomic-time reference
  • Capture real-world context (position, notes)
  • Magnetism check using phone's magnetometer
  • Export data as PDF/PNG or CSV
Features
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Measure how your watches really run - day by day. Watch Tracker helps you record accuracy, spot trends, and catch issues like magnetism, all with a clean workflow made for collectors and tinkerers. Build your collection - Add each watch with a friendly guided form (help tips included). - Edit or remove any time—by default you can track one watch; unlock unlimited with a one-time in-app purchase. Record accuracy in seconds per day (SPD) - Start a measurement and tap when your watch matches the reference time. - We color-code the result (fast/slow) and calculate seconds per day, the standard way enthusiasts and chronometer tests express rate. View history charts and long-term trends to see how your regulation or service impacted performance. wristlog.com Smart reference time - The app fetches an atomic-time-disciplined reference (with a clear progress spinner). If the network is unavailable, it gracefully falls back to device time so you never lose a session. Capture real-world context - Add an optional note and watch position (dial up, dial down, crown up/down/right)—the same orientations used in chronometer testing—so you can compare positional variance. Time Sync utility - See the current time adjusted by the atomic offset and re-sync whenever you like—useful for setting your collection precisely. Magnetism Check - Use your phone’s built-in magnetometer to watch the surrounding field (in μT). Set a baseline; values turn red when the field spikes beyond a safe threshold. Magnetized hairsprings often stick coils together, making a watch run fast—or even stop—so catching spikes early matters. Exports for your records - Share a crisp Accuracy Card (PDF/PNG) summarizing current rate and trend chart. - Export a CSV of all measurements for your personal logs or watchmaker. Why it helps - Clarity: SPD + charts make performance easy to understand and compare. - Context: Positions and comments reveal what really changes rate. - Confidence: Atomic-time reference reduces guesswork when setting or regulating. - Care: Magnetism is common in modern life (speakers, bags, gadgets); quick checks help you avoid surprises between services. Thoughtful by design - No account required. - Works offline after first sync (network only needed for reference time). - Fast, friendly, and built for everyday use. Whether you’re tracking a new diver, tuning a cherished vintage piece, or keeping a whole box on-spec, Watch Tracker gives you the tools to measure, understand, and enjoy your watches more.

Screenshots

Clockwork4 screens
Watch Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Clockwork at 43% against Watch Tracker's 0%. Clockwork also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (24 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Clockwork sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Watch Tracker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Clockwork holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clockwork has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Clockwork's written reviews are positive against 0% of Watch Tracker's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Clockwork versus Watch Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClockworkWatch Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (24 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings24 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size242 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppfred ASVladislav Zhirnov

Customer experience

Clockwork

All ratings24 ratings
Positive79.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral10.7%
Negative46.4%

Watch Tracker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Clockwork

One-time1
  • Clockwork Premium$5.99
1 purchases

Watch Tracker

One-time1
  • Full version$1.99

Questions

Is Clockwork free?
Clockwork is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Watch Tracker free?
Watch Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Clockwork or Watch Tracker?
Clockwork is rated higher. Clockwork averages 4.4 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Watch Tracker averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Clockwork or Watch Tracker have ads?
Neither Clockwork nor Watch Tracker shows ads.

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