Comparison

Binary Clock vs Big Clock

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

Head to head
About

Binary Clock

This app displays the current time in a unique binary format, presented with an analog clock aesthetic. It offers settings to aid readability and can function as a screen saver while devices are charging.

Highlights
  • Analog format binary time display
  • Readability settings with number display
  • Screen saver functionality
  • Unique geek gadget appeal
Features
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Binary Clock is a Top Geek Gadget! Impress your friends! Show them your new skills. Be In and be a Computer Geek! This binary clock shows you binary time in analog clock look. Features: * Analog format - never seen before * Settings to help you reading (showing numbers) * Use it as "screen saver" on your iPhone/iPod while charging Write us suggestions, ideas or problems in our Support page.

About

Big Clock

This utility app displays the current day, time, and date in a large, full-screen digital format. It offers customization options for clock digit color and includes integrated alarm, timer, and stopwatch functionalities with advanced settings like repetition and lap tracking.

Highlights
  • Full-screen digital clock display
  • Customizable digit colors
  • Multiple alarm settings
  • Countdown timer
  • Stopwatch with lap feature
  • Display day and date
Features
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Big Clock: The Ultimate High-Visibility Digital Display. Never struggle to read the time again. Big Digital Clock transforms your entire screen into a massive, crystal-clear time hub. Whether you need a reliable bedside clock for your nightstand or a giant countdown timer for the gym, our app delivers maximum visibility with a minimalist touch. WHY USERS LOVE BIG CLOCK: The Biggest Display: A true full-screen experience designed for visibility from across the room. Aesthetic Themes: Personalize your display with vibrant neon colors and high-contrast glow effects. Precision Tools: Includes a high-contrast Stopwatch with Laps and a Countdown Timer for workouts or study sessions. Smart Nightstand Alarms: Set multiple alarms with custom snooze, repetition, and loud wake-up tones. KEY FEATURES: 12/24 Hour Toggle: Switch formats instantly to suit your preference. Full Customization: Use the professional color picker to match your room’s aesthetic. Stay Punctual: A simple, distraction-free interface that stays active while you work or sleep. Stay punctual with the most readable clock on the App Store. Download Big Digital Clock today! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Binary Clock3 screens
Big Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Binary Clock at 100% against Big Clock's 0%. Binary Clock also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.3) and ads (none vs shown). Big Clock's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 69 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Binary Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Big Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Binary Clock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Binary Clock's written reviews are positive against 0% of Big Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Binary Clock ships an update every 69 months, Big Clock every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Binary Clock versus Big Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBinary ClockBig Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 69 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeanOX GmbHKevin Ghori

Customer experience

Binary Clock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Big Clock

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Binary Clock

One-time1
  • Coffee for Developer$0.99
3 purchases

Big Clock

Subscriptions3
  • Big Digital Clock Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Big Digital Clock Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • Big Digital Clock Yearly Plan$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Binary Clock free?
Binary Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Big Clock free?
Big Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Binary Clock or Big Clock?
Binary Clock is rated higher. Binary Clock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Big Clock averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Binary Clock or Big Clock have ads?
Big Clock shows ads; Binary Clock does not.
Which is updated more often, Binary Clock or Big Clock?
Binary Clock ships an update every 69 months, and Big Clock every 3 months. Most recently, Binary Clock was updated on October 8, 2026 and Big Clock on October 3, 2026.

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