Comparison

Metawatch vs Vintage 90s Clock

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

Head to head
About

Metawatch

Features
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The Metawatch App supports control of the smartwatch, including: 1. Transferring local music files to the watch. 2. View sports and health information on the watch. 3. Installing beautiful video dials for the watch. 4. Manage your personal account. *Special reminder: * Metabatch App health data is for reference only and cannot be used for medical diagnosis. If you feel unwell, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.

About

Vintage 90s Clock

Features
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Step back into the golden era of digital watches with Retro LCD Clock – a nostalgic tribute to the iconic timepieces of the 1990s. Transform your iPhone into a stunning retro LCD display that captures the essence of classic digital watches. With authentic green glow effects, scanline animations, and vintage aesthetics, this app brings the beloved look of 90s technology to your modern device. FEATURES: • SIX STUNNING THEMES Choose from Classic Green, Retro Amber, Blue Ice, Ruby Red, Cyan Wave, and Purple Haze. Each theme features authentic LCD colors with matching glow effects and ambient lighting. • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE DISPLAY Toggle 12/24-hour format, show or hide seconds, dates, and decorative icons. Adjust glow intensity and visual effects to your preference. • AUTHENTIC RETRO EFFECTS Experience realistic scanlines, film grain texture, and pulsing glow effects that recreate the look of classic LCD screens. • ALWAYS-ON DISPLAY Screen stays awake while the app is active, perfect for use as a desk clock or nightstand display. • HOME SCREEN & LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS Add retro clock widgets to your home screen and lock screen in multiple sizes. Keep the vintage aesthetic throughout your device. • STANDBY MODE SUPPORT Works beautifully in StandBy mode on iPhone with iOS 17 and later. Perfect for charging on your bedside table. • NO ADS, NO TRACKING Pure nostalgia with zero interruptions. No data collection, no analytics, no advertising. • BRIGHTNESS BOOST Optional brightness enhancement for better visibility in bright environments. • BATTERY EFFICIENT Optimized for minimal power consumption while maintaining stunning visual effects. Whether you're nostalgic for the 90s, appreciate retro aesthetics, or simply want a beautiful clock for your desk or nightstand, Retro LCD Clock delivers an authentic experience with modern polish. Perfect for: - Retro enthusiasts and collectors - Minimalist desk setups - Bedside clock displays - StandBy mode on iPhone 14 Pro and later - Anyone who misses the classic digital watch era Download now and experience the charm of vintage LCD displays on your iPhone! REQUIREMENTS: • iPhone running iOS 15.0 or later • Widgets require iOS 16.0 or later • StandBy mode requires iOS 17.0 and compatible iPhone model We'd love to hear from you! Rate and review the app to help us improve.

Screenshots

Metawatch4 screens
Vintage 90s Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Metawatch at 12.1 against Vintage 90s Clock's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Metawatch versus Vintage 90s Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetawatchVintage 90s Clock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size192 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperXi'an Shenju Zhilian Network Technology Co., LtdOscar Mitre

In-app purchases

None

Metawatch

No in-app purchases

None

Vintage 90s Clock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Metawatch free?
Metawatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vintage 90s Clock free?
Vintage 90s Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Metawatch or Vintage 90s Clock have ads?
Neither Metawatch nor Vintage 90s Clock shows ads.

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