# TalkingTime vs VocalClock

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VocalClock at none against TalkingTime's 1. VocalClock also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). TalkingTime's advantage is ratings volume (309 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. VocalClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

VocalClock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TalkingTime has 309 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of TalkingTime's written reviews are positive against 100% of VocalClock's.

TalkingTime ships an update every 6 weeks, VocalClock every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TalkingTime | VocalClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtime-speaking-clock/id436647496/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vocalclock-voice-timer-alarm/id6758654309/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **309** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 92.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 25 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fortuisoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/321923514) | [Khuyen Duong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857157292) |

## 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


### VocalClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vocalclock-voice-timer-alarm/id6758654309)

This app announces the time aloud at custom intervals, even when your screen is locked. It helps you stay focused by providing passive time awareness without interrupting your current task or app.

**Highlights:** Announces time at custom intervals, Runs in the background with screen locked, Adjustable announcement frequency, Customizable phrases before time announcement, Smart scheduling for specific days/times, Natural-sounding Siri voices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TalkingTime free?

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

### Is VocalClock free?

VocalClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TalkingTime or VocalClock?

VocalClock is rated higher. TalkingTime averages 4.6 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while VocalClock averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do TalkingTime or VocalClock have ads?

Neither TalkingTime nor VocalClock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TalkingTime or VocalClock?

TalkingTime ships an update every 6 weeks, and VocalClock every 10 days. Most recently, TalkingTime was updated on October 21, 2026 and VocalClock on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*