# Custom Word Clock vs Speaking Clock with Voice

The clearest difference is rating: Custom Word Clock at 5.0 against Speaking Clock with Voice's 4.5. Custom Word Clock also leads on device support (6 vs 2). Speaking Clock with Voice's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Custom Word Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Speaking Clock with Voice sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Custom Word Clock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speaking Clock with Voice has 37 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Custom Word Clock ships an update every 2 weeks, Speaking Clock with Voice every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Custom Word Clock | Speaking Clock with Voice |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/custom-word-clock-texttime/id6449908609/reviews)** | [4.5 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaking-clock-with-voice/id6504088051/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 8 MB | 325 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Gauthier](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563807345) | [HKinfoway Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498599856) |

## What reviewers say

### Custom Word Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/custom-word-clock-texttime/id6449908609)

This app offers a unique way to tell time using words instead of numbers. Customize phrases, colors, and fonts to create a personalized word-based clock widget for your device's home or lock screen.

**Highlights:** Displays time in words, Customizable phrases, Widget for home/lock screen, Adjustable text size, Background color options, Custom prefix and suffix

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super Customization | $2.99 | one-time |


### Speaking Clock with Voice

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speaking-clock-with-voice/id6504088051)

This free utility app provides voice-guided time announcements, customizable alarms, and multiple timers. It's designed for easy time management, offering personalized alerts and a user-friendly interface for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Voice time announcements, Customizable alarms, Multiple timer support, Snooze functionality, User-friendly interface, Multiple language support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Speaking Clock Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Speaking Clock Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Custom Word Clock free?

Custom Word Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Speaking Clock with Voice free?

Speaking Clock with Voice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Custom Word Clock or Speaking Clock with Voice?

Custom Word Clock is rated higher. Custom Word Clock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Speaking Clock with Voice averages 4.5 from 37 ratings.

### Do Custom Word Clock or Speaking Clock with Voice have ads?

Custom Word Clock shows ads; Speaking Clock with Voice does not.

### Which is updated more often, Custom Word Clock or Speaking Clock with Voice?

Custom Word Clock ships an update every 2 weeks, and Speaking Clock with Voice every 3 weeks. Most recently, Custom Word Clock was updated on September 22, 2026 and Speaking Clock with Voice on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*