Comparison

ecoClock vs Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget

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

Head to head
About

ecoClock

This app offers a suite of essential tools for daily life, including world clocks, alarms, timers, and a stopwatch. It also provides simple utilities like a compass, spirit level, and calculator, with customizable wallpaper options.

Highlights
  • World date and clock display
  • Customizable alarms and timers
  • Stopwatch with 1/100 sec precision
  • Simple utility tools (compass, spirit level, calculator)
  • Adjustable screen brightness timer
  • Customizable wallpaper
  • Battery status display
Features
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It is an application which is helpful by the date and clock display corresponding to world each language, alarm, timer, stopwatch, event list display, the status display of a battery, the simple tool (compass, a spirit level, LED lighting, and calculator) that can be risen immediately, and various functions. It is possible to change wallpaper freely. Basically, operation and a display of a tool -- a single tap or swipe, and setup of a tool -- the double-tap. The function is embedded in various places. Please use it, enjoying yourself. [Date] The world's languages can be displayed in format For more information or simple display can be switched [Clock] Display selection of digital or analog clock is possible. Display switching function AM / PM or 24 hour [Brightness Timer] You can drop to the lowest brightness of the LCD backlight does not perform the specified time input, operations such as search. That suppress the consumption of the battery even if you do not attempt to auto-lock setting screen starting 
ON / OFF with a single tap, config with a double tap. You can revert to the standard brightness by sensing the shake of the body also. [Auto Lock Timer] You can delay the time you are free to specify automatic locking of the Setting. (Up to 60 minutes) You can reset the lock automatic timer senses the shaking of the body also start setting screen ON / OFF, with a double tap with a single tap. [Wallpaper] You can save a photo as wallpaper on the spot and took photos in the Photo Library. (Please set in the double-tap when you first start because it is not save the wallpaper.) You can hide the tool icon temporarily. (Double-click the center of the screen) [Alarm] You can set alarms for up to three. (Switch by swiping to the right) Alarms can be set only on specified days of the week every week. (Start screen, configured with double tap) Snooze function.(Interval from 5 to 60 minutes) Snooze function will continue until you stop the alarm.(Up to 12 times in the back ground) Three types of alarm sound can be selected, at the same time vibration can be set (only iPhone) [Timer] You can set the timer for up to three. (Switch by swiping to the left) Three types of alarm sound can be selected. (Start screen, configured with double tap) [Stopwatch] Can be measured up to 1/100 sec. Swipe reset the start / stop, right at the single-tap [Display of battery status] Display of battery power remaining, the display during charging is possible. [View schedule] Calendar Schedule of iOS (90 days maximum) will be listed for the specified period from the date or the current time. [Calculator] Undo / redo functionality and memory of up to three Tax rate calculation function (when you first start, please enter the tax rate.) Calculation results can be copied to the clipboard. [Compass](later iPhone3G, and iPad) Switchable (compass pointed north) magnetic north, true north (north exact) Horizontal instrument that can be measured with respect to a variety of device Both instruments can be calibrated compass horizontal. (Measurement function relative data) [Lighting LED] (later iPhone4) LED lighting that can be used immediately launched Lock mode can be switched or switch lights only while you hold it down. Almost features are available free of charge. However, the advertisement indication may not expect an economy in power consumption effect to use a network and local information frequently. Please pay the fee In-App Purchase, if you like this app. You can add many design and hide the ads.

About

Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget

Transform your device into a customizable bedside clock with various themes and dynamic backgrounds. Enjoy features like fullscreen display, seconds with three decimal places, and picture-in-picture functionality. Set countdowns with sound reminders for important events.

Highlights
  • Fullscreen clock display (horizontal/vertical)
  • Customizable clock themes and dynamic backgrounds
  • Seconds display with three decimal places
  • Picture-in-picture functionality
  • Countdown timers with sound reminders
  • Phone standby mode for charging
Features
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This is a versatile life tool application providing convenient time viewing features. With exquisite widgets, you can instantly check the current time and date at a glance. Customizable clock widgets allow you to choose different clock styles and themes to meet your personal preferences. Additionally, we offer the following upgraded features to turn your phone screen into an uninterrupted time assistant: Toggle fullscreen clock between horizontal and vertical display: Easily toggle between digital and traditional clock styles. Large, easily readable digits simulate a real clock, allowing you to change the display mode according to your preferences. Seconds Display with Three Decimal Places: Accurate timekeeping ensures a finer understanding of time. Exquisite Clock Widget Themes: Personalize your screen with diverse and beautifully designed clock widget themes, including "Electronic Clock," "Dark Clock," "Light Clock," "Moon Clock," "Black and White Clock," "Border Electronic Clock," "Date Clock," "Nordic Clock," "Minimalist Clock," "Ultra-minimalist Clock," "Starry Sky Clock," and many more. Dynamic Clock Backgrounds: Unique dynamic backgrounds make the clock more lively and interesting, providing a visual feast for your device. Enjoy these dynamic backgrounds with soothing music to help you relax and promote better sleep. Picture-in-Picture Functionality: Utilize the picture-in-picture feature to float the clock widget above other applications, allowing you to check the time without interrupting ongoing tasks. It can also assist you in quick purchases during urgent time-sensitive events. Countdown with Sound Reminders: Set countdowns with personalized sound reminders, ensuring timely notifications through both visual and auditory cues for important events or tasks. Support for Phone Standby Mode: In charging mode, the clock widget enters standby mode, serving as a digital bedside table clock. Conveniently check the time during the night without disturbances. —————————————————————————————————— Subscription service: Payment: Debit through the user's iTunes account, and the user will pay after confirming the purchase, providing a variety of subscription models for free choice. Renewal: The Apple iTunes account will deduct the fee within 24 hours before the expiration date. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be extended by 1 subscription period. Cancel renewal: To cancel renewal, please manually turn off the automatic renewal function in Settings/Apple ID 24 hours before the current subscription expires.

Screenshots

ecoClock4 screens
Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget at 100% against ecoClock's 56%. Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). ecoClock's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.5) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. ecoClock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ecoClock holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of ecoClock's written reviews are positive against 100% of Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ecoClock ships an update every 3 months, Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ecoClock versus Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterecoClockNightstand Desk Clock & Widget
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better3.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews56.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAtsuhiko Tanaka小玲 黄

Customer experience

ecoClock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral18.8%
Negative25.0%

Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ecoClock

One-time3
  • iPhone version$5.99
  • iPad version$8.99
  • Full version$11.99
6 purchases

Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget

Subscriptions2
  • monthly subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Monthly Pro7 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time4
  • Widget Pack$0.99
  • Live Pack$2.99
  • PIP Pack$2.99
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  • lifetime membership$9.99

Questions

Is ecoClock free?
ecoClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget free?
Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ecoClock or Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget?
ecoClock is rated higher. ecoClock averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.
Do ecoClock or Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget have ads?
Both ecoClock and Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget show ads.
Which is updated more often, ecoClock or Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget?
ecoClock ships an update every 3 months, and Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget every 3 weeks. Most recently, ecoClock was updated on October 10, 2026 and Nightstand Desk Clock & Widget on October 24, 2026.

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