# Bitkey vs iBlockClock

The clearest difference is rating: Bitkey at 4.6 against iBlockClock's 3.3. Bitkey also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iBlockClock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Bitkey asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bitkey holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bitkey has 136 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Bitkey's written reviews are positive against 75% of iBlockClock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bitkey ships an update every 11 days, iBlockClock every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bitkey | iBlockClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (136 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitkey-bitcoin-wallet/id6476990471/reviews)** | [3.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iblockclock-btc-price-widget/id6479946821/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **136** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 71.0% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 174 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.2** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Block, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/335393791) | [Vitor Manuel Paixao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690934178) |

## What reviewers say

### Bitkey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitkey-bitcoin-wallet/id6476990471)

This app provides a secure and simple way to own and manage your bitcoin. It combines a mobile app, hardware device, and recovery tools for self-custody of your private keys. Manage transactions, set spending limits, and recover your funds without a seed phrase.

**Highlights:** Self-custody of private keys, 2-of-3 multi-signature security, Seed phrase-less recovery tools, Send, receive, and transfer bitcoin, Daily spending limits, Hardware wallet integration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use for beginners
- 🔒 Secure self-custody
- 💡 Innovative features like inheritance
- 🚀 Simple and clean UI
- 👍 Great support from team

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 App won't open or stays on black screen
- 🐛 Transaction sending errors
- 🐛 Lack of basic security features (passcode/biometrics)
- 🐛 UTXO management is misleading

**Reported bugs**

- App inaccessible (black screen with logo)
- Cannot send money (transaction error)
- App closes immediately upon opening
- Toggles not working in settings
- Cannot generate more than one receive address without reloading app

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Lightning Network integration
- Face ID/Biometric unlock for app
- Passcode for app unlock
- Live Bitcoin price updates


### iBlockClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iblockclock-btc-price-widget/id6479946821)

Track Bitcoin's real-time price, block height, and "Moscow Time" directly from your iPhone's home screen. Customize widgets and enjoy a unique crypto aesthetic with curated quotes.

**Highlights:** iOS Home Screen Widgets, Real-time BTC Price Tracking, Block Height Updates, Moscow Time Display, Customizable Appearance, Landscape Desk Clock Mode

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subs | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subs | $2.99 | per year |
| Unlock LifeTime Access | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bitkey free?

Bitkey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iBlockClock free?

iBlockClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bitkey or iBlockClock?

Bitkey is rated higher. Bitkey averages 4.6 out of 5 from 136 ratings, while iBlockClock averages 3.3 from 6 ratings.

### Do Bitkey or iBlockClock have ads?

Neither Bitkey nor iBlockClock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bitkey or iBlockClock?

Bitkey ships an update every 11 days, and iBlockClock every 4 months. Most recently, Bitkey was updated on September 23, 2026 and iBlockClock on September 23, 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.*