CheckTimeYo vs DotDecoClock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
CheckTimeYo
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'CheckTimeYo' is a retro-looking clock app that displays the time, the time from cities around the world (489 of them) of your choice, a feed of your choice, a calendar, and today's moon phase. With 390 themes to choose from, you can even select a font to your liking. Download now! It's free, with no ads, no in-app purchases, and no catch! Using this app is easy. For many settings, there's no need to open the Settings screen. Just tap on the area of the screen where you want to make changes. For example, if you want to change the date format to your liking, simply tap on the date displayed on the screen.
DotDecoClock
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DotDecoClock is a unique app that blends pixel-style design into both a clock and an interior decor piece. While decorating your room with pixel art, you can easily customize the display with simple controls, creating a design that is uniquely yours. Main Features: γ»Pixel Art Design: Displays time in a retro pixel art style, functioning both as a clock and as a design element. DotDecoClock is a new type of app that combines a stylish interior design with the functionality of a digital clock. It adds a personal touch to your living space while bringing the joy of viewing time in a unique way. Image provided by : UnsplashοΌArnel Hasanovic https://unsplash.com/arnelhasanovic, Alexandra Gorn https://unsplash.com/alexagorn, Roman Bozhko https://unsplash.com/romanbozhkoοΌ, rawpixel.com / Freepik
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: CheckTimeYo at none against DotDecoClock's shown. DotDecoClock's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.4). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CheckTimeYo ships an update every 6 weeks, DotDecoClock monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CheckTimeYo | DotDecoClock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | 14.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masayoshi Ueda | Haruya Ishiguro |
In-app purchases
CheckTimeYo
No in-app purchases
DotDecoClock
No in-app purchases
Questions
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