Comparison

JJY Simulator vs AtomicClock

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

Head to head
About

JJY Simulator

This utility app simulates standard radio waves used by Japanese radio-controlled clocks. It outputs a 13.3kHz audio signal to synchronize your clock, allowing you to manually set the time.

Highlights
  • Simulates JJY standard radio waves
  • Outputs 13.3kHz audio signal
  • Synchronizes radio-controlled clocks
  • Uses 40kHz for time adjustment
  • Requires earphone connection
Features
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日本で市販されている電波時計をiPhoneで合わせるユーティリティです。 日本の電波時計の基準局(JJY)で使用される標準電波を模擬した信号を、13.3kHzの音声として出力し、3倍高調波(40kHz)を利用して時刻を合わせます。 1. イヤホンをiPhoneのイヤホンジャックに接続し、電波時計のすぐそばに置きます。 2. 音量を最大に設定します。 3. 「音声信号を出力」をオンにします。 4. 電波時計を強制受信モードにし、時刻が合うまで数分間待ちます。

About

AtomicClock

This app displays the exact current time synchronized with NTP servers, offering a customizable clock view for precise time checks. It's ideal for setting watches, verifying timestamps, or comparing local and network time.

Highlights
  • Precise time from NTP servers
  • Customizable clock faces
  • Select or add time servers
  • Local and UTC views
  • 12/24 hour modes
  • Customizable time format
  • Acoustic ticking
Features
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Check precise NTP reference time at a glance. AtomicClock helps you set watches, wall clocks, cameras, and other devices, compare local time with UTC, and follow moments when every second matters. Clear analog and digital time AtomicClock displays current time from NTP servers that reference atomic clocks. Choose a predefined server or add your own, then view local or UTC time in a clean analog or digital clock. Customize your reference clock • Switch between 12-hour and 24-hour time • Customize the time format • Choose from multiple clock faces and hands • Use a smooth, fluid second hand • Add acoustic ticking or the Greenwich Time Signal • Tap the screen to hide information and controls, freeze the display, or mute ticking Details for precise time checks View technical NTP information, including round-trip time and server stratum. Whether you are checking a timestamp, preparing a camera, aligning a wall clock, or setting a watch by hand, the seconds remain clear and easy to follow. AtomicClock is free to use. AtomicClock Pro is available as a one-time purchase with no subscription. It unlocks your preferred clock face, hands, and font, removes ads, and includes upcoming Pro features. AtomicClock displays NTP reference time for comparison and does not change your device’s system time. Results can vary with the selected server, network conditions, and device behavior.

Screenshots

JJY Simulator2 screens
AtomicClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AtomicClock at 4.8 against JJY Simulator's 4.2. AtomicClock also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 66 months) and ratings volume (5.5K vs 18). JJY Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. AtomicClock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JJY Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AtomicClock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AtomicClock has 5.5K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of JJY Simulator's written reviews are positive against 84% of AtomicClock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JJY Simulator ships an update every 66 months, AtomicClock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
JJY Simulator versus AtomicClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJJY SimulatorAtomicClock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (18 ratings)4.8 (5.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews84.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings185.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 66 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeoCatTimo Partl

Customer experience

JJY Simulator

All ratings18 ratings
Positive72.2%
Neutral16.7%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative32.5%

AtomicClock

All ratings5,539 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews241 reviews
Positive84.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative12.4%

Bugs and requests

JJY Simulator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

AtomicClock

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on certain iOS versions
  • Occasional freezing of hands
  • Countdown timer sound not working

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add GMT/dual time display
  • Implement widget support
  • Add different second hand sounds
  • Allow setting background color to match watch
  • Include alarm/timer functionality

In-app purchases

None

JJY Simulator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

AtomicClock

One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Version$6.99

Questions

Is JJY Simulator free?
JJY Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AtomicClock free?
AtomicClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, JJY Simulator or AtomicClock?
AtomicClock is rated higher. JJY Simulator averages 4.2 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while AtomicClock averages 4.8 from 5.5K ratings.
Do JJY Simulator or AtomicClock have ads?
AtomicClock shows ads; JJY Simulator does not.
Which is updated more often, JJY Simulator or AtomicClock?
JJY Simulator ships an update every 66 months, and AtomicClock every 3 weeks. Most recently, JJY Simulator was updated on October 7, 2026 and AtomicClock on October 14, 2026.

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