# FaceClock Analogue vs The Analog Clock

The clearest difference is ads: FaceClock Analogue at none against The Analog Clock's shown. FaceClock Analogue also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months) and review sentiment (68% vs 55%). The Analog Clock's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 368) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FaceClock Analogue sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and The Analog Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FaceClock Analogue against 4.6 for The Analog Clock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Analog Clock has 2.4K ratings behind it against 368, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of FaceClock Analogue's written reviews are positive against 55% of The Analog Clock's.

FaceClock Analogue ships an update every 5 weeks, The Analog Clock every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FaceClock Analogue | The Analog Clock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/faceclock-analogue/id430308887/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-analog-clock/id1611896379/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 368 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.0% of reviews** | 55.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 14 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iReka Soft](https://appshunter.io/developer/430308890) | [Vida Apps Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580682451) |

## What reviewers say

### FaceClock Analogue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/faceclock-analogue/id430308887)

This app offers a highly customizable analogue clock experience with various clock faces, color schemes, and background image options. It includes features like time announcements in multiple languages, an alarm with snooze, music player controls, and battery indication.

**Highlights:** Customizable clock faces and color schemes, Background picture customization, Time announcements in 6 languages, Alarm clock with snooze, Music player control, Battery indicator

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Features | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful as a bedside clock
- 👍 Clear and easy to read
- 👍 Customizable clock faces
- 👍 Handy for resetting digital clocks
- 👍 Great for timing tasks and sessions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sudden size reduction after update
- 🔋 Bright ads can be distracting
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with clipboard access
- 🐛 Occasional freezing and time display issues
- 🔒 Paid version still shows ads

**Reported bugs**

- Alarm not working when app is closed
- Ads reappearing after purchasing ad-free version
- Clock freezing at certain times

**Requested features**

- Option to display clock on lock screen
- Ability to set as main system clock
- More clock face design options
- Customizable hand colors
- Alarm clock functionality


### The Analog Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-analog-clock/id1611896379)

This app displays a customizable analog clock on your entire screen. Personalize background and theme colors, and choose between numbers or Roman numerals for the dial. A premium plan unlocks all designs and advanced customization options.

**Highlights:** Full-screen analog clock display, Ad-free clock viewing, Landscape orientation support, Customizable background and theme colors, Choice of number or Roman numeral dial, Access to all designs with Premium Plan

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan - 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Plan - 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Plan - 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🕰️ Helpful for timing activities
- 💡 Customizable background color
- 🕰️ Good visual representation of time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙅‍♀️ Lack of alarm/timer features
- 🤖 Excessive ads and tracking
- 🔍 Difficulty changing clock appearance
- 🕰️ Inaccurate time display

**Reported bugs**

- Clock time not displaying correctly
- Ads interfering with other app functions

**Requested features**

- Add alarm and timer functions
- Reduce ads and tracking
- Allow more customization options
- Improve time accuracy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FaceClock Analogue free?

FaceClock Analogue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Analog Clock free?

The Analog Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FaceClock Analogue or The Analog Clock?

The Analog Clock is rated higher. FaceClock Analogue averages 4.5 out of 5 from 368 ratings, while The Analog Clock averages 4.6 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do FaceClock Analogue or The Analog Clock have ads?

The Analog Clock shows ads; FaceClock Analogue does not.

### Which is updated more often, FaceClock Analogue or The Analog Clock?

FaceClock Analogue ships an update every 5 weeks, and The Analog Clock every 8 months. Most recently, FaceClock Analogue was updated on October 20, 2026 and The Analog Clock on October 21, 2026.

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