Comparison

PlayWithClock vs Clockwise

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

Head to head
About

PlayWithClock

An interactive clock application designed to help users learn to tell time. It allows manipulation of clock hands, provides spoken time in English and Japanese, and offers time-telling challenges. Users can even record their own voices for spoken time.

Highlights
  • Manipulate clock hands
  • Listen to spoken time (English/Japanese)
  • Time-telling challenges
  • Record custom voice for time
  • Switch between English and Japanese
  • Customizable clock parts and colors
Features
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An analog clock app to rotate the hands and see and hear the time. Try clock questions, record your voice to speak the time, switch Japanese and English display and audio, repeat the time at intervals, check X minutes before or after, and customize clock parts and colors. Reading analog clocks can help develop math skills. Enjoy it in your free time. Thank you for more than 1 million downloads (iOS only)!

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

PlayWithClock4 screens
Clockwise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlayWithClock at none against Clockwise's 1. PlayWithClock also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 50%). Clockwise's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (295 vs 15). On price, rating, update cadence and device support 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. Clockwise sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlayWithClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Clockwise holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clockwise has 295 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of PlayWithClock's written reviews are positive against 50% of Clockwise's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlayWithClock ships an update every 2 months, Clockwise every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PlayWithClock versus Clockwise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlayWithClockClockwise
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (15 ratings)4.6 (295 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15295 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.012.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkiyo ImanakaFrederik Jacques

Customer experience

PlayWithClock

All ratings15 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral12.1%
Negative6.1%

Clockwise

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

In-app purchases

None

PlayWithClock

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Clockwise

One-time1
  • Full game$4.99

Questions

Is PlayWithClock free?
PlayWithClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Clockwise free?
Clockwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PlayWithClock or Clockwise?
Clockwise is rated higher. PlayWithClock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Clockwise averages 4.6 from 295 ratings.
Do PlayWithClock or Clockwise have ads?
PlayWithClock shows ads; Clockwise does not.
Which is updated more often, PlayWithClock or Clockwise?
PlayWithClock ships an update every 2 months, and Clockwise every 3 months. Most recently, PlayWithClock was updated on September 21, 2026 and Clockwise on September 17, 2026.

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