Comparison

Zulu Time vs NexusOS

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

Head to head
About

Zulu Time

View local, Zulu (GMT), and multiple time zones at a glance. Includes widgets for iPhone and Apple Watch, and an iPad app. Easily convert time zones, including future or past offsets and Daylight Savings.

Highlights
  • Multiple time zone display
  • iPhone and Apple Watch widgets
  • Future/past time offset calculation
  • Daylight Savings Time conversion
  • Customizable time zones
  • Glanceable watch complications
Features
Currently charting
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An iPhone, Apple Watch and iPad app to see Local and Zulu time (GMT) or multiple time zones in a single glance. Includes Widgets for both the iPhone and Apple Watch. Useful for pilots in getting weather briefings and filing flight plans, or Ham radio operators to do timezone conversions. No more worrying about getting the timezone offset correct or Daylight Savings Time conversions. Easily convert from different time zones, including times in the future or past. On the iPhone: - Home and Lock Screen widgets - The Zulu Time page gives a quick view of both Zulu and Local times - The Offset Time page allows you to see Zulu and local time either in the future or past by entering an offset via the Offset button. Tapping either Zulu or Local times will allow you to enter a time in the future or past, synchronizing both Local and Zulu times with that offset. The offset only applies to this view (except on the iPad the offset applies to everything on the page) - The Multiple Zones page allows you to add as many time zones as you wish in a scrolling view. Clicking on any Time Zone will allow you to change it. on iPad: All information is combined on one screen. You have user customizable time zones on the right hand side. On the left, you have Zulu and Local time and one customizable time zone. The offset to see future or past time can be done via the Offset button or tapping any of either the Zulu, Local or Custom time buttons on the left. On the Watch: Complications available in all watch faces making for glanceable ZuluTime and access to the app, which gives offset able time computation.

About

NexusOS

Features
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Nexus is an all-in-one operational platform designed to unify projects, documents, and teams into a single, structured environment. Built from real-world usage, Nexus helps organizations streamline workflows, improve collaboration, and maintain full control over their operations. Instead of juggling multiple tools, Nexus brings everything together in one place—combining a powerful document management system with a complete business suite. With Nexus, you can: Manage Projects End-to-End Plan, track, and deliver projects with tasks, timelines, priorities, and real-time progress visibility. Organize Documents and Files Store, version, and share files securely with granular permissions, public links, and full traceability. Coordinate Teams Efficiently Assign roles, manage responsibilities, and align your team across projects and activities. Control Budgets and Resources Monitor project budgets, track hours, and keep financials aligned with operational execution. Centralize Communication and Activity Stay updated with real-time notifications, activity timelines, and audit logs. Plan with Calendar and Scheduling Tools Visualize workloads, manage absences, and align team availability with project needs. Work Securely with Advanced Permissions Role-based access ensures every user sees and edits only what they are supposed to. Nexus is designed for companies that need structure without complexity—ideal for startups, agencies, research teams, and growing organizations managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Whether you're handling client work, internal operations, or complex workflows, Nexus gives you a single source of truth to run your business efficiently. Built to scale. Designed for clarity. Made for execution.

Screenshots

Zulu Time4 screens
NexusOS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NexusOS at Free against Zulu Time's $0.99. NexusOS also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Zulu Time's advantage is chart position (#134 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

NexusOS is free to download; Zulu Time costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zulu Time ships an update every 3 months, NexusOS every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Zulu Time versus NexusOS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZulu TimeNexusOS
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (2.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#134 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDerek SpearsCosmic Brokkoli UAB

Bugs and requests

Zulu Time

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Complication freezes after a few days
  • Zulu time loses accuracy over time on Apple Watch
  • Widget not updating local time properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add alarm feature
  • Allow landscape mode for bedside clock view
  • Provide option for always-on display
  • Add time zone map for quick reference
  • Show day of year in display

NexusOS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Zulu Time

No in-app purchases

None

NexusOS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zulu Time free?
Zulu Time costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NexusOS free?
NexusOS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zulu Time or NexusOS have ads?
Neither Zulu Time nor NexusOS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zulu Time or NexusOS?
Zulu Time ships an update every 3 months, and NexusOS every 4 months. Most recently, Zulu Time was updated on November 12, 2026 and NexusOS on October 28, 2026.

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