Comparison

Timer with reverse screen vs The Artclock

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

Head to head
About

Timer with reverse screen

Features
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Timer with reverse screen that is easy to read even in person

About

The Artclock

This app reimagines your desk clock with a fluid, visual representation of time. It uses dynamic layering and smooth animations to display the passage of hours and minutes through color and motion, offering a calming and aesthetic alternative to traditional timekeeping.

Highlights
  • Fluid representation of time
  • Dynamic color and motion
  • Adjustable transparency and depth
  • Satisfying hour reset animation
  • Visual hourly progress indicator
  • Minimalist customization (numbers/words)
Features
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Time isn’t just numbers; it’s a living canvas. Reimagine your desk clock. No ticking, no clutter—just color, motion, and time. The Artclock is a high-concept, kinetic timepiece designed for the modern aesthetic. It moves away from the ticking clock and toward a fluid representation of "the now." Experience a clock that breathes. The Artclock transforms the passage of time into a mesmerizing visual journey of light and color. Inspired by the natural rhythms of the day, The Artclock uses dynamic layering and smooth animations to show you exactly where you stand in the current hour. Watch as the minutes "slice" through a foreground of color, gradually revealing the foundation beneath. As the day turns to night, The Artclock follows the sun, shifting its palette to match the world outside your window. Features You’ll Love: Tailored Transparency: Use the custom glassmorphic slider to adjust the depth and intensity of the clock's layers. Fluid Transitions: Watch the hour reset with a satisfying sweep animation that resets the canvas. Visual Hourly Progress: See the hour pass through a growing circular reveal. Always On: Perfect for use as a dedicated desk clock or nightstand display. Minimalist Customization: Switch between numbers and words, and adjust transparency to match your style.

Screenshots

Timer with reverse screen1 screens
The Artclock2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Artclock at none against Timer with reverse screen's shown. The Artclock also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.8.3). Timer with reverse screen's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer with reverse screen ships an update every 2 weeks, The Artclock every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Timer with reverse screen versus The Artclock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer with reverse screenThe Artclock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.8.313.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHideaki UchikoshiRien Heald

In-app purchases

None

Timer with reverse screen

No in-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timer with reverse screen free?
Timer with reverse screen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Artclock free?
The Artclock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Timer with reverse screen or The Artclock have ads?
Timer with reverse screen shows ads; The Artclock does not.
Which is updated more often, Timer with reverse screen or The Artclock?
Timer with reverse screen ships an update every 2 weeks, and The Artclock every 4 months. Most recently, Timer with reverse screen was updated on September 29, 2026 and The Artclock on September 23, 2026.

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