Comparison

Clock Chime vs iStory

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

Head to head
About

Clock Chime

This app makes tracking time fun with hourly spoken announcements that include light-hearted, humorous phrases. It offers customizable notification times and works even when the app is closed, ensuring you never miss an update with a smile.

Highlights
  • Humorous speaking clock
  • Hourly time announcements with jokes
  • Customizable notification hours
  • Spoken time with fun phrases
  • 24-hour format option
  • Multiple alert sounds
  • Themed backgrounds
Features
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Time doesn't have to be boring. The "Clock Chime" app makes the passage of time enjoyable by telling you the time and including a light-hearted and funny phrase every minute. It's like having a fun friend who tells you the time with a smile. The "Clock Chime" app does not let an hour pass without reminding you of the time in a pleasant manner, with a nice pronunciation and a touch of humor. And don't worry about the annoyance - you have full control over the times you prefer the chime to sound. The app's notifications integrate smoothly with the operating system, which means you don't need to open the app to receive alerts. It works even when the app is closed, without using up your device's resources. Sometimes you can't look at your device to see the time; because you're busy with more important matters. Don’t worry - "Clock Chime" speaks the time with a humorous phrase as soon as you open the app, and with a simple tap, it announces the minutes and hours with a little bit of humor. If you put your device on a charging dock, the "Clock Chime" app can continuously display the time, offering beautiful themes and backgrounds to choose from. ***Features of the Clock Chime app*** 1. The first humorous-speaking clock. 2. Announces the time every hour with a joke, even when the app is closed. 3. Customize the hours you want to hear time notifications and the humorous touch in them. 4. Accurate pronunciation of time including minutes and hours with a bit of fun upon opening the app. 5. Immediate time announcement when opening the app and with a tap anywhere on the screen. 6. Option to display the time in a 24-hour format. 7. Multiple alert sounds for notifications including human voices and sound effects. 8. Provides a variety of themes, including one dedicated to supporting our brothers and sisters in Palestine, replacing light-hearted phrases with serious ones. We look forward to your suggestions by email, as many updates are coming. Your great ideas are needed to make "Clock Chime" the most entertaining and enjoyable clock app in the world. We appreciate your support, and we hope you enjoy the features of the app. Your wisdom is highly appreciated by us. *Terms of Use* https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

iStory

Relive your digital history by exploring all the Apple devices you've owned and the memories captured with them. This app organizes your photos by device, provides insightful statistics, and allows you to export visual summaries of your tech journey.

Highlights
  • Device archive of owned Apple products
  • Photo timeline organized by device
  • Device and photo statistics
  • Exportable infographics
  • Offline use
  • Privacy-focused data collection
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Introducing iStory: Your Personal Apple Device Archive and Photo Journey Ever wondered about the amazing memories captured through your Apple devices over the years?  With iStory, relive your digital journey like never before! This innovative app offers a unique experience, allowing you to seamlessly explore all the Apple devices you've owned and cherish the moments captured with them. Key Features: Device Archive: Dive into the past and rediscover the evolution of your Apple devices. iStory compiles a comprehensive archive, showcasing every iPhone, iPad and iPod that you've ever owned. Track the progression of technology in your life and see how far you've come! Photo Timeline: Unearth the treasure trove of memories stored on your devices. iStory intelligently organizes all your photos based on the device they were taken with. Scroll through your personal photo timeline and witness the moments that shaped your life. From your first iPhone to the latest iPad, every picture tells a story. Device and Photo Statistics: Delve into the numbers behind your digital history! iStory provides insightful statistics on the devices you've owned, and the photos taken over the years. Discover fascinating trends and patterns that highlight your tech and photographic preferences. Exportable Infographics: Turn your digital journey into a visual masterpiece! iStory allows you to export a personalized infographic summarizing your device history and photo statistics. Share these infographics on social media or keep them as a unique keepsake of your tech-savvy adventures. Privacy First: iStory prioritizes your privacy. You can use the app offline, no data is collected in any way. Enjoy the benefits of reliving your digital history without compromising on security. Download iStory now and embark on a captivating journey through your Apple device legacy.  Rediscover the magic of your digital moments and celebrate the evolution of technology in your life! Note: iStory is not affiliated with Apple Inc. and works independently to provide a personalized digital archive experience. Check our privacy policy at: https://istory.timelabs.io#privacypolicy. Terms and conditions: https://istory.timelabs.io#terms

Screenshots

Clock Chime4 screens
iStory3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iStory at none against Clock Chime's 3. Clock Chime's advantage is ratings volume (472 vs 14) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Clock Chime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. iStory asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Clock Chime against 4.7 for iStory. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clock Chime has 472 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Clock Chime ships an update every 7 months, iStory every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Clock Chime versus iStory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClock ChimeiStory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (472 ratings)4.7 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings472 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeri4islamTimelabs Ltd

Customer experience

Clock Chime

All ratings472 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews99 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative26.3%

iStory

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

Bugs and requests

Clock Chime

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes when changing sound settings
  • Weather feature doesn't work, says server not found
  • Time announcement doesn't work after device is locked

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add more voice options including female voices
  • Improve Arabic pronunciation of time
  • Add option to disable music before time announcement
  • Display Arabic calendar date
  • Add option to announce time every 5 or 10 minutes
Show 2 more
  • Improve weather feature to work reliably
  • Add night mode for better visibility during sleep

iStory

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Clock Chime

Subscriptions2
  • Pro$0.991 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • ثيمات رائع جديد للساعة الناطقة$0.99
None

iStory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Clock Chime free?
Clock Chime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iStory free?
iStory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Clock Chime or iStory?
iStory is rated higher. Clock Chime averages 4.6 out of 5 from 472 ratings, while iStory averages 4.7 from 14 ratings.
Do Clock Chime or iStory have ads?
Neither Clock Chime nor iStory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Clock Chime or iStory?
Clock Chime ships an update every 7 months, and iStory every 5 months. Most recently, Clock Chime was updated on October 20, 2026 and iStory on October 24, 2026.

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