Comparison

chimingClock vs Chime Machine

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

Head to head
About

chimingClock

A simple standing clock that always displays the correct time. It plays Westminster chimes every quarter hour, offering a minimalist experience with no complex features or customizations needed.

Highlights
  • Always shows correct time
  • Westminster chimes on the quarter hour
  • Minimal user interaction
  • No complex customizations
  • Designed for iPhone and iPad
Features
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Standing clock that always shows correct time, and every quarter of an hour plays Westminster chimes. This application is designed to have minimal user interaction -- it just works out of the box. Despite variety of different clocks available on the app store, which support all sort of features and customizations, it's not easy to find a clock which shows only time and requires minimal user interaction and customizations -- in which case, chimingClock is exactly what you are looking for.

About

Chime Machine

This app provides a gentle, audible reminder at a chosen time each day. It serves as a mindful cue to pause, breathe, and appreciate the present moment. Unlock additional features like custom chimes and multiple daily alerts with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Daily chime at chosen time
  • Automatic playback via notifications
  • No ads, minimal design
  • Multiple custom chimes (Pro)
  • Variety of bell and tone options (Pro)
  • Create personal daily rhythms (Pro)
Features
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A simple app that rings a chime at the same time each day. And yet, within that sound lies a gentle reminder: time is passing. That sound—sometimes bright, sometimes soft—reaches you in the flow of your day. No need to check the clock; it becomes a quiet pause, inviting you to notice the moment and breathe. Core features (free): ・Hear a chime at your chosen daily time ・Automatic playback via notifications, even without opening the app ・No ads, clean and minimal design Chime Machine Pro (paid subscription) unlocks more possibilities: ・Set multiple custom chimes at any time you like ・Choose from a variety of traditional bells and gentle tones ・Shape your own rhythm to match the way you live Time always flows quietly, whether we notice it or not. Each chime becomes a small anchor in the day. Chime Machine helps you treasure those moments— so your time feels more your own. How it fits into your day ・A gentle chime to start each morning ・A daily cue to take a mindful breath at the same time ・A signal to wrap up work or study sessions ・A rhythm for afternoon tea or coffee time ・A reminder to step outside for an evening walk ・A bedtime chime to mark the end of the day The same sound, at the same time, becomes a quiet rhythm that grounds your day. ----- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://chime-machine.moonxseed.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

chimingClock1 screens
Chime Machine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: chimingClock at 3.8 against Chime Machine's 1.0. chimingClock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (10 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Chime Machine sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. chimingClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

chimingClock holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: chimingClock has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

chimingClock ships an update weekly, Chime Machine every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
chimingClock versus Chime Machine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterchimingClockChime Machine
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (10 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperECHOWAVES CORP.moonxseed

In-app purchases

None

chimingClock

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Chime Machine

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro subscription14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro subscription14 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is chimingClock free?
chimingClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chime Machine free?
Chime Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, chimingClock or Chime Machine?
chimingClock is rated higher. chimingClock averages 3.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Chime Machine averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do chimingClock or Chime Machine have ads?
Neither chimingClock nor Chime Machine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, chimingClock or Chime Machine?
chimingClock ships an update weekly, and Chime Machine every 10 days. Most recently, chimingClock was updated on November 3, 2026 and Chime Machine on October 30, 2026.

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