# SClock vs TapReader

The clearest difference is price: SClock at Free against TapReader's $1.99. SClock also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (24 vs 1). TapReader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SClock is free to download; TapReader costs $1.99 up front. SClock sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. TapReader asks for nothing beyond the download.

SClock holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SClock has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | SClock | TapReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | **[4.3 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sclock-big-digital-clock/id1633448389/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapreader/id6744841270/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 30 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hajime Suzuki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615906018) | [Xiaozhi Xing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809505976) |

## What reviewers say

### SClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sclock-big-digital-clock/id1633448389)

This app offers a customizable clock with adjustable display sizes and color options. It features dual timers with customizable sounds and visual cues, perfect for time management tasks like Pomodoro.

**Highlights:** Adjustable display size, Color selectable clock face, Dual timer functionality, Customizable countdown sounds, Color-coded time display, Simple, easy-to-read design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| premium | $0.99 | per month |


### TapReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapreader/id6744841270)

Instantly convert printed text into spoken words with this offline application. Simply scan documents or signs, and the app will read them aloud in a natural voice. It's designed for speed, privacy, and accessibility, requiring no internet connection or account setup.

**Highlights:** Scan and listen to printed text, 100% offline functionality, No subscription or login required, Supports multiple languages, Reads handwriting, Accessible design for vision impairment

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SClock free?

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

### Is TapReader free?

TapReader costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SClock or TapReader?

SClock is rated higher. SClock averages 4.3 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while TapReader averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SClock or TapReader have ads?

SClock shows ads; TapReader does not.

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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.*