Comparison

PROG_CALC vs Clock Widget

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

Head to head
About

PROG_CALC

This app offers a programmable calculator with two distinct modes for daily computing and advanced mathematical functions. It supports system conversions between binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal, and allows for variable storage and code sharing.

Highlights
  • Basic and advanced calculation modes
  • Syntax parser
  • Variable storage and editing
  • Binary, octal, decimal, hexadecimal conversion
  • Built-in code examples
  • Code sharing via QR code or file
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The programming calculator provides two modes of operation. It has built-in basic operation functions, syntax parser, and supports a variety of application scenarios. 【Basic calculation】 Basic mode provides basic calculator functions for daily computing applications. 【Mathematical function】 Built-in rich mathematical functions, easy to implement basic calculations. 【Variable Storage】 Provides variable storage function, can store intermediate calculation results in basic mode, import and export with one key during application, and edit mode provides variable browsing function to easily grasp calculation results. 【System conversion】 Support binary, octal, decimal, hexadecimal conversion to meet the computing needs of different platforms. 【Code Example】 With built-in code writing examples, you can easily learn computing methods and expand application scenarios. 【Code Sharing】 The code can be shared through a QR code or a file, and the application also supports reading files directly, or scanning a QR code, which can be written on a computer and applied on a mobile phone.

About

Clock Widget

Enhance your home screen with customizable clock widgets. Display current time, countdowns to special events, and a monthly calendar. Personalize backgrounds with photos, choose text colors, and add motivational quotes for a stylish and functional display.

Highlights
  • Flip clock display
  • Event countdowns
  • Monthly calendar view
  • Custom photo backgrounds
  • Adjustable text colors
  • Inspirational quotes
Features
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Bring your home screen to life with beautiful clock widgets! Add widgets for: 1. Current time with a stylish flip clock 2. Countdowns for birthdays, anniversaries, and events 3. Monthly calendar to quickly check dates Make your widgets uniquely yours: 1. Upload your favorite photos as backgrounds 2. Match text colors to your style 3. Add inspirational quotes or sayings Transform your home screen with style and function!

Screenshots

PROG_CALC4 screens
Clock Widget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PROG_CALC at 100% against Clock Widget's 57%. PROG_CALC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Clock Widget's advantage is ratings volume (49 vs 1). On price, update cadence 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. Clock Widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PROG_CALC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PROG_CALC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clock Widget has 49 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of PROG_CALC's written reviews are positive against 57% of Clock Widget's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PROG_CALC ships an update every 2 weeks, Clock Widget fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
PROG_CALC versus Clock Widget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPROG_CALCClock Widget
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.6 (49 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings149 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB50 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer嘉欣 胡旭 林

Customer experience

PROG_CALC

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

Clock Widget

All ratings49 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

None

PROG_CALC

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Clock Widget

One-time1
  • VIP$2.99

Questions

Is PROG_CALC free?
PROG_CALC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Clock Widget free?
Clock Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PROG_CALC or Clock Widget?
PROG_CALC is rated higher. PROG_CALC averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Clock Widget averages 4.6 from 49 ratings.
Do PROG_CALC or Clock Widget have ads?
Clock Widget shows ads; PROG_CALC does not.
Which is updated more often, PROG_CALC or Clock Widget?
PROG_CALC ships an update every 2 weeks, and Clock Widget fortnightly. Most recently, PROG_CALC was updated on September 17, 2026 and Clock Widget on October 12, 2026.

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