Day Clock vs BrightHour Clock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Day Clock
This app provides a clear display of the time, day of the week, and time of day (morning, afternoon, evening, night) for individuals who benefit from simple, easy-to-read information. It also features an on-screen button to speak the time and date aloud.
- Day Name display
- Day Part indicator (Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night)
- Date display
- Spoken Time & Date
- iPad-only interface
- Guided Access compatibility
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The Day Clock app is a simple iPad-only "Dementia Day Clock" that can be useful for an elderly loved one who needs an easy way to see the time & date with "Day Name" and "Day Part" (Morning, Afternoon, Evening, and Night") as well as the Date displayed. There is also an on-screen button for the Time & Date to be spoken If this is to be used as a full-time plugged-in display, here are the suggested iPad settings: Settings- Display & Brightness- Auto-Lock- "Never" Settings- Display & Brightness- "Night Shift" Settings- Accessibility- Display & Text Size- Auto-Brightness If you are worried about you elderly loved one exiting the app, here is the suggested setting: Settings- Accessibility- "Guided Access"
BrightHour Clock
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Stop squinting. BrightHour Clock turns your iPad into a calm, always-on hub for time, routines, and wellbeing — completely free to use, forever. See Time Clearly Extra-large text, customizable fonts, colors, and a smart night dimmer make every glance effortless, whether on your bedside table, kitchen counter, or community space. Hear the Time, Hands-Free Tap anywhere — single, double, or two-finger — to hear the current time and date aloud. Schedule automatic announcements with your chosen voice, speed, and volume. Stay on Top of Medications & Hydration Build discreet medication schedules with snooze and “taken” tracking. Set gentle hydration reminders with uplifting facts to keep you feeling your best. Wellbeing-Friendly Controls Large touch targets, thoughtful VoiceOver support, haptics, and an always-on option make BrightHour easy for everyone, including users with visual or motor challenges. Why BrightHour? • Always free — no ads, no paywalls • Designed for clarity and accessibility • Perfect for bedside tables, kitchens, shared spaces, and caregiving environments • Supports healthy routines and independence BrightHour Clock is the simple, visible, supportive dashboard that keeps every hour clear and every routine on track.
Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Day Clock at weekly against BrightHour Clock's monthly. Day Clock also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Day Clock ships an update weekly, BrightHour Clock monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Day Clock | BrightHour Clock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Technology4Seniors LLC | 1AM STUDIOS LLC |
In-app purchases
Day Clock
No in-app purchases
BrightHour Clock
No in-app purchases
Questions
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