# TalkingTime vs GMT Time

The clearest difference is ads: TalkingTime at none against GMT Time's shown. TalkingTime also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 28 months) and ratings volume (309 vs 38). GMT Time's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TalkingTime sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and GMT Time sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for TalkingTime against 4.7 for GMT Time. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TalkingTime has 309 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TalkingTime ships an update every 6 weeks, GMT Time every 28 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TalkingTime | GMT Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtime-speaking-clock/id436647496/reviews) | **[4.7 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gmt-time/id1613023691/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **309** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 28 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 25 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fortuisoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/321923514) | [MingChun Chien](https://appshunter.io/developer/1181368598) |

## What reviewers say

### TalkingTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtime-speaking-clock/id436647496)

This app announces the current time audibly at user-defined intervals, such as hourly, half-hourly, or quarter-hourly. It operates efficiently in the background after initial setup, conserving battery life. The app adheres to your phone's 12-hour or 24-hour time format.

**Highlights:** Audible time announcements, Hourly, half-hourly, quarter-hourly alerts, Set and forget operation, Battery efficient, Respects phone's time format

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro upgrade | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable and consistent
- 🚀 Helps with time management
- 💡 Customizable announcements
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 🚀 Keeps users on track

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional stability issues
- 🔊 Low volume of announcements
- 🔊 Limited voice options

**Reported bugs**

- Announcements not working after iOS updates
- Inconsistent behavior with music/audio playback

**Requested features**

- More frequent time announcements (e.g., every 10 minutes)
- Custom voice recording option
- Integration with calendar/scheduling apps
- Separate volume control for announcements


### GMT Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gmt-time/id1613023691)

This app provides accurate GMT time using NTP protocol and TrueTime framework. It offers a timekeeping function, allows setting time between two locations for itineraries, and supports multiple languages. Enjoy precise timekeeping with 1/100 second accuracy.

**Highlights:** Accurate GMT time display, NTP and TrueTime framework integration, Timekeeping function (on/off), Set time between two locations, Multi-language support (English, Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese), 1/100 second accuracy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time117 Pro | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TalkingTime free?

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

### Is GMT Time free?

GMT Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TalkingTime or GMT Time?

GMT Time is rated higher. TalkingTime averages 4.6 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while GMT Time averages 4.7 from 38 ratings.

### Do TalkingTime or GMT Time have ads?

GMT Time shows ads; TalkingTime does not.

### Which is updated more often, TalkingTime or GMT Time?

TalkingTime ships an update every 6 weeks, and GMT Time every 28 months. Most recently, TalkingTime was updated on October 30, 2026 and GMT Time on October 30, 2026.

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