Comparison

Set the clock vs Clockwise

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

Head to head
About

Set the clock

This app helps children learn to tell time using an interactive wooden clock. It offers nine game types with multiple difficulty levels and spoken instructions in several languages, making learning engaging and challenging.

Highlights
  • Interactive wooden clock design
  • Nine game types for time practice
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Spoken instructions in multiple languages
  • Earn medals for correct answers
  • Analog and digital time modes
Features
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* Listed in the top 3 of educational apps in the Dutch App Store! ‘Set the clock’ can help your child to learn to tell time and revives old times by reintroducing the wooden clock on the iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch! You can practice together with your child, or let him/her perform assignments on his/her own using the nine game types in the App: "Set the clock’, ‘Tell the time’, ‘Adjust the clock’ and more. The assignments are clearly pronounced in English. Besides English, it is also possible to have the assignments spoken in Dutch, German, French, Spanish and even Chinese. This makes that "Set the clock" can provide enough challenge even for older children. Each game type, has five levels of difficulty. When enough correct answers are given, you are rewarded with a bronze, silver or gold medal! The app is fully usable even without the Multiple Profiles option. Features: - Beautifully designed wooden clock. - Earn medals and shows that you are a real time telling champion! - Multiple game modes (nine in total; analog and digital): > Learn to set the clock to the correct time. > Choose which clock displays the correct time. > Learn to set the clock ahead or back. - Tap the clock’s digits to hear what number it is. - English spoken, so your child can practice independently. - Different levels: hours, half hours, per quarter and per 5 minutes. - Also suitable for older children / pupils, because of the ability to tell time in other languages. In short: a great educational app for both young and old. Learn telling time is just as fun as ever!

About

Clockwise

This app makes learning to tell time fun and engaging for children. It features voice guidance, interactive games, and customizable difficulty levels to help kids master the clock at their own pace. Vibrant animations and sound effects enhance the learning experience.

Highlights
  • Voice-powered learning guidance
  • Interactive 'Set the Clock' game
  • Interactive 'Pick the Right Time' game
  • Progressive difficulty levels
  • Customizable gameplay settings
  • Vibrant animations and sound effects
  • Multilingual voice support
Features
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Dive into the magical world of time with Clockwise, an enchanting app designed to turn learning how to read the clock into a delightful journey for both you and your little ones. Why Clockwise Shines? * Voice-Powered Learning We understand that most children around the age of 5 are just beginning to explore the world of reading. Clockwise bridges this gap with a friendly voice synthesizer, guiding your child through each step, making it possible for them to learn independently and giving you a well-deserved break. * Engaging Game Modes Clockwise comes alive with two interactive game modes Set the Clock: It's hands-on learning as your child moves the clock's arms to match the correct time. Pick the Right Time: A test of skill, presenting four clocks each showing different times, where the challenge is to find the correct one. * Progressive Difficulty Levels Begin the journey with easy, hour-based challenges and gradually unlock more complex levels by earning stars. It’s rewarding, progressive, and keeps young learners motivated. * Customizable Gameplay: Tailor each game to your child's growing skills by selecting the difficulty level and the number of questions. It’s personalized learning at its best. Vibrant Animations & Sound Effects: Crafted with love for young minds, Clockwise features captivating animations and cheerful sound effects to make learning not just educational but truly entertaining. And for quieter moments, simply switch to silent mode. * Multilingual Support Clockwise speaks your language!  With voice support in English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, and Spanish—and more on the horizon—your child can even get a taste of new languages. * Your Feedback Fuels Us We thrive on your feedback and suggestions. Got ideas, questions, or just want to share some love? Reach out through our contact form on the official website. And if Clockwise has captured your heart, a review from you would mean the world to us. It’s your support that keeps us ticking! Embark on a Time-Telling Adventure with Clockwise Where every tick and tock is a step closer to mastering the clock.  Download now and transform learning into an experience filled with joy and discovery.

Screenshots

Set the clock4 screens
Clockwise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Clockwise at Free against Set the clock's $0.99. Set the clock's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 50%) and ratings volume (983 vs 295). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Clockwise is free to download; Set the clock costs $0.99 up front. Set the clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Clockwise sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Set the clock against 4.6 for Clockwise. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 983 and 295 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Set the clock's written reviews are positive against 50% of Clockwise's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Set the clock ships an update every 2 months, Clockwise every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Set the clock versus Clockwise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSet the clockClockwise
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (983 ratings)4.6 (295 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings983 — better295
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better12.3
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrank GuchelaarFrederik Jacques

Customer experience

Set the clock

All ratings983 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral5.5%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral11.9%
Negative13.1%

Clockwise

All ratings288 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral6.3%
Negative43.8%

Bugs and requests

Set the clock

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Digital time display issues
  • Problems with language settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more advanced levels
  • Provide feedback for incorrect answers
  • Improve voice and language clarity
  • Offer more clock customization options

Clockwise

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Set the clock

One-time1
  • Multiple profiles$0.99
1 purchases

Clockwise

One-time1
  • Full game$4.99

Questions

Is Set the clock free?
Set the clock costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Clockwise free?
Clockwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Set the clock or Clockwise?
Clockwise is rated higher. Set the clock averages 4.5 out of 5 from 983 ratings, while Clockwise averages 4.6 from 295 ratings.
Do Set the clock or Clockwise have ads?
Neither Set the clock nor Clockwise shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Set the clock or Clockwise?
Set the clock ships an update every 2 months, and Clockwise every 3 months. Most recently, Set the clock was updated on September 24, 2026 and Clockwise on September 17, 2026.

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