Comparison

Starlight Clock vs Roomy Clock

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

Head to head
About

Starlight Clock

Features
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This is a digital and analog clock application with a starry sky motif. The constellation changes every hour. You can also set events in which locomotives appear at 10, 15, 20, 30, and 60 minute intervals. Sometimes shooting stars also stream. ***** The time text, analog clock, and constellations can be moved with the fingers. The analog clock and constellations can be zoomed in and out with two fingers. Seconds can also be displayed. Touching the time character switches to setting mode. The date and time can be changed to various formats by touching it in the setting mode. The display can be switched between 12-hour and 24-hour formats. Screen rotation in portrait and landscape orientation is also supported. By pressing buttons such as "2X" and "3X," the font size can be adjusted in steps. You can choose from 24 different constellations. The order of the constellations can be set to change randomly as well as in a predetermined order. The time signal can be set to one of 79 different tones.

About

Roomy Clock

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"Roomy Clock" is a simple, easy-to-read clock app with no ads. Switch freely between digital and analog clocks, a monthly calendar, and a variety of timer displays. Whether you're working, studying, reading, or attending meetings, Roomy Clock helps you manage your time with ease. With support for Always On Display (Auto-Lock disabled), you can check the time at a glance without having to tap the screen. Place your device on a desk or bedside table and turn it into your own personal clock. The timer is designed to be visually intuitive, making it easy to see the remaining time at a glance. Alarm notifications ensure you never miss important moments, even when the app is closed or your device is locked. "We wanted a clock that is simple, easy to read, and always visible." Roomy Clock was created from that simple idea. Instead of treating your smartphone as a device full of distractions, transform it into a beautiful clock that naturally fits into your daily space. == Main Features == * Timer & Alarm Functions - Easy-to-use timer and alarm features - Notifications work even in sleep or background mode - Nightstand Mode is also available (Night Clock Mode) * Digital & Analog Clock Styles - Swipe left or right to switch clock styles - Includes 7 different clock designs * Beautiful Customization - Change backgrounds, colors, and fonts - Toggle calendar display ON/OFF * Minimal Calendar Display - Clean monthly calendar that matches the clock design - Weekend colors adapt to your selected theme - Switch displays with vertical swipes (Portrait Mode) * Landscape Mode Support - Large centered clock display in landscape mode (Clock-Only Mode) - Stable layout even while seconds update * Always-On Display Support - Keeps the screen awake like a real desk clock - Great for desks, bedside tables, and workspaces * Settings Persistence - Automatically saves your previous settings * Multi-Language Support - Supports Japanese and English - Date formats adapt automatically 【Important Notes for Notifications】 * To use timer and alarm notifications, please make sure notifications are enabled for Roomy Clock. Settings > Apps > Roomy Clock > Notifications > Enable "Allow Notifications" * To make alarm times and notification details easier to view on the Lock Screen, we recommend setting "Show Previews" to "Always". Settings > Apps > Roomy Clock > Notifications > Show Previews > "Always" * If notifications are not being delivered, your iPhone may have a Focus Mode or Do Not Disturb mode enabled. In that case, add Roomy Clock to the list of allowed apps for the active Focus mode. Settings > Focus > Select a Focus Mode > Allowed Apps > Add Roomy Clock * Notification behavior may vary depending on your iPhone settings, iOS version, and system limitations. We hope "Roomy Clock" brings a little more comfort and simplicity to your daily life.

Screenshots

Starlight Clock4 screens
Roomy Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Roomy Clock at none against Starlight Clock's 1. Roomy Clock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Starlight Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price 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. Starlight Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Roomy Clock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Starlight Clock ships an update every 3 months, Roomy Clock weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Starlight Clock versus Roomy Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarlight ClockRoomy Clock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihoko ArakiTakeshi Tokumura

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Starlight Clock

One-time1
  • Starlight Clock with no ads$2.99
None

Roomy Clock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Starlight Clock free?
Starlight Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Roomy Clock free?
Roomy Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Starlight Clock or Roomy Clock have ads?
Starlight Clock shows ads; Roomy Clock does not.
Which is updated more often, Starlight Clock or Roomy Clock?
Starlight Clock ships an update every 3 months, and Roomy Clock weekly. Most recently, Starlight Clock was updated on November 3, 2026 and Roomy Clock on October 31, 2026.

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