Comparison

CounterParts vs Zen Flip Clock

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

Head to head
About

CounterParts

Features
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CounterParts by PixelRyu is a cozy, turn-based grid puzzle about two mirror twins who move as one. Inside a brass tally counter, you move the twins Gold and Platinum with a single swipe in opposite directions, use walls to break their mirror, and land both in their own matching-color hole in the very same move. ONE SWIPE, TWO TWINS - Gold is a warm golden glass drop. Platinum is a cool silver-white glass drop. Their warm and cool colors, plus a small sparkle on Gold, differ on purpose, so the puzzle stays clear even if exact colors are hard to tell apart. - Every swipe moves BOTH twins one cell at once, in opposite directions. Swipe up and Gold rises while Platinum sinks; swipe left and they split apart. You are never steering one twin - you are steering the pair. DESYNC IS THE TRICK - A wall or the board edge can stop one twin while the other keeps going. That moment - one held, one free - is how you break the mirror and line both twins up. Reading where to desync, and in what order, is the whole puzzle. LAND THEM TOGETHER - You clear the level the instant both twins rest in their own matching-color hole after the same swipe. A hole gently catches a twin but never locks it, so you cannot just park one and forget it. Arriving together is the real challenge. COZY BY DESIGN - No death, no fail state, no timer. Take all the time you like. - Beating par earns more stars, but going over par still clears the level. One star is always reachable, so you are never stuck. - Every move clicks the tally counter forward by one, the digit drum rolls, and Undo rolls it back. Clearing stage N rolls your lifetime counter to N - a quiet journey of counting all the way to 120. 120 LEVELS, SEVEN FAMILIES - 120 hand-built levels that introduce one idea at a time: walls and goal holes, then tinted gates, one-way detents, mirror pivots, ice grooves and portal pairs, switches and doors, and finally crossover holes. - Boards start at 4x4 and grow to 7x7. Par climbs from a gentle 3 to 5 early on to a thoughtful 14 to 18 later. - Collect cog gears as you go. HELPFUL, OPTIONAL EXTRAS - Undo any move, as often as you like. - Watch an optional ad for a bonus: an extra Undo, a Hint that shows the next correct swipe, a Skip to continue past a level (no stars), or double cog coins. Ads are always optional and clearly labeled. A FEW MORE THINGS - Near textless - arrows and icons carry the play, so it fits all ages and every language. Localized in 12 languages. - Sound and haptics, both on by default, each with its own toggle. - Plays in portrait or landscape. - Works offline after install. - Made by PixelRyu, an independent developer. Supported by ads, with no in-app purchases in this version. Two counterparts, one move - move the twins, and count to 120. https://pixelryu.github.io/counterparts/

About

Zen Flip Clock

This app offers a minimalist clock experience with multiple themes and powerful focus tools. It functions as a fullscreen desk clock and includes a Pomodoro timer, stopwatch, and hourly chime to help manage time and improve productivity.

Highlights
  • Multiple clock themes (flip, digital, minimalist)
  • Fullscreen desk clock functionality
  • Pomodoro timer for focused work sessions
  • Stopwatch for timing tasks
  • Hourly chime for routine building
  • Time usage statistics
  • Home and lock screen widgets
Features
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Zen Flip Clock A minimalist flip clock, desk clock, and focus timer designed to make time clear, simple, and easy to follow. Choose from multiple clock themes, including flip clock, digital clock, and minimalist styles. Use it as a fullscreen clock for studying, working, focusing, or as a clean nightstand clock. Open the app and start right away. Why Zen Flip Clock More than just a clock, Zen Flip Clock is a simple tool for focus and time management. From study sessions and focused work to everyday timing, it helps you stay aware of your time and make every minute count. Key Features Multiple Clock Themes Choose from flip clock, digital clock, and minimalist clock designs. Use your favorite theme as a desk clock, fullscreen clock, or nightstand clock for work, study, and everyday use. Pomodoro Timer Stay focused with the built-in Pomodoro timer. Perfect for studying, reading, working, and other tasks that require concentration. Count Up Timer Track elapsed time for studying, workouts, meditation, reading, and everyday activities. Hourly Chime Stay aware of time with hourly chimes and customizable reminders. Build better routines for work, study, and daily life. Focus Statistics Track your focus time and usage to better understand how you spend your time. Personalization Multiple Themes Switch between a variety of minimalist clock themes, from classic flip clock designs to clean digital styles. Smooth Animations Enjoy clean, natural, and fluid clock animations designed for a calm visual experience. Home & Lock Screen Widgets View the time at a glance with Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets without opening the app. Easy Controls Swipe left for Pomodoro Swipe right for Count Up Timer Tap to open Settings Whether you need a flip clock for your desk, a fullscreen digital clock for studying, a Pomodoro timer for focused work, or a simple nightstand clock, Zen Flip Clock keeps time clear and focus simple. Make time visible. Stay focused. Contact & Legal ▸ Bug Reports & Feedback: minimalsoftwarestudio@gmail.com ▸ Terms of Use: https://minimalsoftwarestudio.feishu.cn/docs/doccnK7LrYMwBFdr7SRl4qQv2lb

Screenshots

CounterParts4 screens
Zen Flip Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CounterParts at none against Zen Flip Clock's 3. Zen Flip Clock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Zen Flip Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. CounterParts asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CounterParts versus Zen Flip Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCounterPartsZen Flip Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (6.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—71.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—6.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKenji KobayashiChaoyang Minimal Software Studio

Bugs and requests

CounterParts

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Zen Flip Clock

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Time display inaccuracies
  • Widget freezing and displaying incorrect time
  • Pomodoro timer not working as expected
  • Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates
  • App crashing or becoming unresponsive

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add alarm functionality
  • Implement live activities support
  • Allow custom pomodoro timer durations
  • Provide more theme/color options
  • Add world clock/timezone support
Show 3 more
  • Enable screen lock/password protection
  • Improve widget behavior and reliability
  • Introduce a timer mode (countdown)

In-app purchases

None

CounterParts

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Zen Flip Clock

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$9.99

Questions

Is CounterParts free?
CounterParts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen Flip Clock free?
Zen Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CounterParts or Zen Flip Clock have ads?
CounterParts shows ads; Zen Flip Clock does not.
Which is updated more often, CounterParts or Zen Flip Clock?
CounterParts ships an update every 2 weeks, and Zen Flip Clock every 2 weeks. Most recently, CounterParts was updated on October 5, 2026 and Zen Flip Clock on October 31, 2026.

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