Comparison

OneHandClock (Pro version) vs シンプル時報

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

Head to head
About

OneHandClock (Pro version)

Experience a minimalist approach to timekeeping with a single-needle clock. Customize backgrounds, dial characters, and clock placement to create a unique visual timepiece. Enjoy both 24-hour and 12-hour formats with optional second-hand functionality.

Highlights
  • Single-needle clock design
  • 24-hour and 12-hour formats
  • Customizable clock position and size
  • Background image or camera feed
  • Customizable dial characters
  • Optional second hand
Features
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This is a one needle clock. Let's feel the passage of calm time. It is also compatible with iPad. - One-stitch clock   -> 24-hour clock.     The day-time is an upper half and the night-time is a lower half.   -> 12-hour clock.   -> The smallest scale division is 10 minutes. - Three-stitch clock   - > The second hand is a clock which gains smoothly. - You can change the position and size of the clock. - You can choose a camera image or a photo as the background of the clock. - Please write a favorite character in a dial and make it your clock. - If it puts sideways, a status bar will not be displayed. - When continuing displaying in "Auto sleep"-off, we recommend you to connect with a power supply. There is also a free version of the one-hand clock with the same functions.

About

シンプル時報

Features
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「シンプル時報」は、美しさと機能性を兼ね備えた時報アプリです。 時間を大切にするすべての人のために、直感的な操作と洗練されたデザインで作りました。毎時の合図はもちろん、15分ごとのポモドーロ・テクニックや、特定の時間割に合わせた通知など、あなたのライフスタイルに合わせて自由にカスタマイズできます。 【主な機能】 自由なタイミング設定: 毎時0分だけでなく、5分単位で好きな時間に時報を鳴らせます。「10分ごと」「15分ごと」などの一括設定もワンタップで。 マイセット機能: 「仕事用」「休日用」「集中モード」など、設定した時間の組み合わせを保存して、すぐに切り替えられます。 選べる通知音: デフォルト音に加え、優しい「ベル」や「チャイム」など、心地よいサウンドを用意しました。 美しいデザイン: 時間帯やテーマカラーに合わせて変化する背景グラデーション。ミニマルなデザインで、置き時計としても美しく機能します。 常時表示モード: アプリを開いたまま、美しいデジタル・アナログ時計としてデスクに置いておけます。 直感的な操作: 時計の周りのボタンをタップするだけの簡単設定。 【こんな方におすすめ】 集中力を維持したい、ポモドーロ・テクニックを実践している方 規則正しい生活を送りたい方 会議や作業の終了時間を意識したい方 シンプルで美しい時計アプリを探している方 あなたの時間を、もっと美しく管理しましょう。 キーワード 時報,時計,アラーム,リマインダー,ポモドーロ,集中,時間管理,チャイム,スケジュール,シンプル "Simple Time Signal" is an hourly chime app designed for beauty and functionality. Built for everyone who values their time, it combines intuitive controls with a sophisticated design. Whether you need a simple hourly reminder, a 15-minute Pomodoro timer, or a custom schedule for your daily routine, this app adapts to your lifestyle. 【Key Features】 Flexible Scheduling: Set chimes not just for the hour (00), but for any 5-minute interval. Quickly select "Every 10 min" or "Every 15 min" with a single tap. My Sets: Save your favorite time combinations as "Work", "Weekend", or "Focus Mode" and switch between them instantly. Custom Sounds: Choose from pleasant sounds including "Default", "Bell", and "Chime" to suit your environment. Beautiful Design: Features a minimalist interface with background gradients that adapt to your theme. It looks stunning as a desk clock. Always On Display: Keep the app open to use as a stylish digital and analog clock on your desk. Intuitive Controls: Set your chimes simply by tapping the minute markers around the clock face. 【Perfect For】 Productivity enthusiasts practicing the Pomodoro Technique. Anyone wanting to maintain a structured daily routine. Keeping track of meeting times and work intervals. Those looking for a clean, aesthetic clock app. Manage your time beautifully with Simple Time Signal. Keywords Time Signal,Chime,Clock,Alarm,Reminder,Pomodoro,Focus,Hourly,Schedule,Minimalist

Screenshots

OneHandClock (Pro version)4 screens
シンプル時報3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: シンプル時報 at Free against OneHandClock (Pro version)'s $1.99. OneHandClock (Pro version)'s advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

シンプル時報 is free to download; OneHandClock (Pro version) costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OneHandClock (Pro version) ships an update every 6 weeks, シンプル時報 every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
OneHandClock (Pro version) versus シンプル時報: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOneHandClock (Pro version)シンプル時報
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeietsu Yasuharanaoya takamura

In-app purchases

None

OneHandClock (Pro version)

No in-app purchases

None

シンプル時報

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OneHandClock (Pro version) free?
OneHandClock (Pro version) costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is シンプル時報 free?
シンプル時報 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OneHandClock (Pro version) or シンプル時報 have ads?
Neither OneHandClock (Pro version) nor シンプル時報 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OneHandClock (Pro version) or シンプル時報?
OneHandClock (Pro version) ships an update every 6 weeks, and シンプル時報 every 9 months. Most recently, OneHandClock (Pro version) was updated on September 21, 2026 and シンプル時報 on September 28, 2026.

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