Comparison

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm vs The Clock

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

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About

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm

This app provides a customizable digital clock display with alarm, timer, and stopwatch functions. It offers features like photo backgrounds, automatic unlock, and large, easy-to-read visuals, optimized for nighttime use. Premium options unlock additional themes and battery display.

Highlights
  • Customizable digital clock display
  • Music alarm
  • Timer and stopwatch
  • Home screen widget
  • Photo and 3D map backgrounds
  • Automatic unlock
  • Battery display (premium)
Features
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ClockZ is a clock app that displays accurate current time. The largest digital clock is always displayed on the screen and can be extensively customized. In addition to the basic clock features, you can use the timer, alarm, stopwatch, widget, and many other features for free. Free Features • Digital/Analog Clock • Option to display or hide seconds, date, and day of the week • Music alarm (wake-up alarm) • Timer • Stopwatch • Widget (current time display) • Photo backgrounds • Automatic unlock (no sleep when the app is launched) • Tap for full screen • Clock font settings • Clock size adjustment (pinch gesture) • Four-directional rotation (portrait and landscape) Design: • Large and easy-to-read clock • Versatility • Optimized for nighttime use Frequently Asked Questions Q. About the 24-hour time format A. You can change it by going to Settings → General → Date & Time → 24-Hour Time. Q. Why isn’t the alarm sounding? A. Please check that notifications are enabled by launching the app, tapping the + button, and going to Settings. Also, ensure that your ringtone volume, silent mode, and the set time are correct. Q. What about time discrepancies? A. ClockZ synchronizes with your device’s time. Please check the time settings on your device. About ClockZ Premium: • ClockZ Premium is $2.99/month (US dollar standard) • Multiple devices with single purchase • Cancel anytime • No additional purchases, subscription only. • Auto renewable subscription Premium Features: • All text colors and themes • 3D map backgrounds • Battery display • Outline display Prices may vary by country and currency. Premium membership fees will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current subscription period ends, with the renewal fee specified. Your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or change the automatic renewal for ClockZ Premium in your Apple ID account within the Settings app (go to Settings → iTunes & App Store → Apple ID → View Apple ID → Subscriptions). Cancellation of your current paid membership will take effect after the end of the current subscription period. If you have any questions, please contact us through the contact information on our website. Privacy Policy: https://flymapslive.com/jp/privacy Terms of Use: https://flymapslive.com/jp/legal

About

The Clock

This app provides a reliable and user-friendly alarm clock with essential functions. Wake up gently to music, set future alarms, and customize your wake-up experience with features like volume crescendo and dismiss challenges. It also includes a world clock, timer, and stopwatch.

Highlights
  • Set and manage multiple alarms
  • Schedule future alarms
  • Volume crescendo for gentle wake-up
  • Dismiss challenges to prevent accidental deactivation
  • World clock for multiple time zones
  • Countdown timer and stopwatch with lap recording
  • Customizable themes and dark mode
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Wake up gently to your favorite music with The Clock, a reliable and user-friendly alarm clock that combines all the essential functions you need in a single app. Simple. Reliable. Precise. Features: - Easy-to-use: Set, edit, and remove multiple alarms effortlessly. Use it to wake up in the morning or for reminders and daily tasks. - Set Future Alarms: Schedule alarms for specific dates and never miss important events again. - Easy-to-Use Interface: Customize your alarm titles, snooze settings, and recurring alarms with ease. - Volume Crescendo: Gradually increase the alarm volume for a peaceful and gentle wake-up experience. - Works in All Conditions: Alarms work when your screen is off, in silent mode, or with headphones plugged in. Time zone changes are handled automatically. - Perfect for Heavy Sleepers: With loud alarm options and vibration settings, you’ll wake up on time, every time. - Music and Playlist Integration: Wake up to your favorite music or playlist, with full integration of Apple Music and Spotify. - Dismiss Challenges: To prevent accidentally disabling your alarm, set up challenges like solving math problems, scanning QR codes, or shaking your phone. - Nap Alarm: Set a quick nap alarm and wake up in time to continue your day. - Stylish Bedside Clock: Turn your device into a retro-style nightstand flip clock for a minimalist, elegant look. - World Clock: Keep track of time across multiple cities, perfect for travelers and those with family abroad. - Timer and Stopwatch: Use the countdown timer for activities like cooking, workouts, or games, and track time precisely with the advanced stopwatch, including lap recording. - Customizable Themes and Dark Mode: Personalize the app’s appearance with colorful themes and enjoy dark mode for night-time use. Download The Clock - Alarm Clock & Timer for FREE today!

Screenshots

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm4 screens
The Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm at 45% against The Clock's 0%. ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (5.6K vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and The Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm has 5.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm's written reviews are positive against 0% of The Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm versus The Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClockZ | Desk Clock & AlarmThe Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (5.6K ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews45.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.6K — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRage BoxJETKITE YAZILIM SANAYI VE TICARET A.S.

Customer experience

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm

All ratings5,535 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral4.4%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews314 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral9.6%
Negative45.2%

The Clock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Sudden switch to 24-hour time mode
  • Alarms not triggering as expected
  • Ads reappearing after paid removal
  • Crashes when deleting alarms
  • Inconsistent time display when device is locked

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to disable AM/PM indicator
  • Ability to move clock position on screen
  • Customizable alarm sounds and volume
  • Background image/wallpaper support
  • Improved timer functionality for tasks

The Clock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm

Subscriptions2
  • ClockZ Premium$2.991 Month
  • ClockZ Premium$29.991 Year
One-time8
  • Good App$0.99
  • Tower Backgrounds$1.99
  • Place Backgrounds$1.99
Show 5 more
  • Theme$2.99
  • Best App$2.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
  • Thank You$4.99
  • Never Give Up$9.99
3 purchases

The Clock

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium Access$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium Access$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access$27.991 Year

Questions

Is ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm free?
ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Clock free?
The Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm or The Clock?
ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm is rated higher. ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while The Clock averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm or The Clock have ads?
Neither ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm nor The Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm or The Clock?
ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm ships an update monthly, and The Clock monthly. Most recently, ClockZ | Desk Clock & Alarm was updated on October 29, 2026 and The Clock on October 2, 2026.

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