Comparison

LocalClock vs JW Event Notes

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

Head to head
About

LocalClock

Features
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Tired of juggling time zones? This simple and easy-to-use app lets you convert any time zone to your current local time instantly. No more complicated calculations or scrolling through endless time zone charts. Simply enter the time and time zone you want to convert and get an accurate result. Perfect for: - Planning meetings with colleagues across different time zones - Keeping track of events or deadlines in other countries - Checking on friends and family in different locations - Traveling and staying organized with time differences Download now and make time zone conversions a breeze!

About

JW Event Notes

Features
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JW Event Notes is an app designed to help you take, organize, and review notes during assemblies, regional conventions, and other events. With a simple and intuitive structure, you can manually create events, import available programs, import local JSON files, browse the program by days and sessions, write notes for each program item, and keep useful information about themes, speakers, and review questions. The app is made for those who want to follow the program closely and keep their notes well organized for later review. Main features: • Create and manage multiple events • Organize programs by days, sessions, and items • Import programs from the app server • Import programs from local JSON files • Export the program structure as JSON for sharing • Back up every event and note to a file of your own, and restore it on any device • Get a reminder to back up, as often as you choose • See what a program update changes, and what happens to each note, before accepting it • Create and organize review questions • Take personal notes for each program item • Use rich text notes • Record speaker information • Search events by title, theme, or location • Filter events by year and type • Export notes in an organized format • Sync data across iPhone, iPad, and Mac using iCloud • Use the app offline after importing the program • Set notifications for the start of the morning and afternoon sessions There are two different exports, and they are not the same thing. The JSON export includes only the event structure — days, sessions, items, and questions — so that a program can be shared or translated; it never contains your notes. The backup includes everything you have written, and is meant only for you. Your notes are personal. Information is stored on your device and, if you use it, in your iCloud. The app does not collect personal data, does not use analytics, and does not require an extra account. If iCloud is turned off, the app tells you so plainly, so that you can keep a backup of your own instead. Important note: JW Event Notes is an independent app. It is not an official app of the organization of Jehovah's Witnesses and is not associated with, sponsored by, or approved by Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania or any related entity. Imported program files are provided only to help with personal organization and may contain inaccuracies.

Screenshots

LocalClock2 screens
JW Event Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: JW Event Notes at weekly against LocalClock's every 2 months. LocalClock's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LocalClock ships an update every 2 months, JW Event Notes weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
LocalClock versus JW Event Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLocalClockJW Event Notes
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBin HuaPedro Costa

In-app purchases

None

LocalClock

No in-app purchases

None

JW Event Notes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LocalClock free?
LocalClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JW Event Notes free?
JW Event Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LocalClock or JW Event Notes have ads?
Neither LocalClock nor JW Event Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LocalClock or JW Event Notes?
LocalClock ships an update every 2 months, and JW Event Notes weekly. Most recently, LocalClock was updated on September 30, 2026 and JW Event Notes on October 3, 2026.

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