Comparison

Simple clock vs FlipFocus

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

Head to head
About

Simple clock

This ad-free clock application offers intuitive gesture controls for adjusting size, color, and brightness. It prioritizes user privacy by not tracking any data, providing a clean and straightforward timekeeping experience.

Highlights
  • Gesture-based size adjustment
  • One-tap color change
  • Swipe brightness control
  • Completely ad-free
  • No user data tracking
Features
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As simple and ingenious as the clock app is, you can easily make all the settings with your fingers: ā–  Use 2 fingers to pinch and adjust the size ā–  Tap with 1 finger to change the color ā–  Swipe up or down with 1 finger to adjust the brightness This simple clock app is completely ad-free and does not track any of your data! Our contribution to a brilliant, simple clock – without any ads or fuss :)

About

FlipFocus

Features
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FlipFocus is a beautifully designed flip clock app with a built-in Pomodoro timer to help you stay focused and productive. FEATURES: ELEGANT FLIP CLOCK • Classic flip clock animation with smooth transitions • Multiple background colors to match your style • Customizable font sizes and opacity • Perfect for desk display or bedside clock POMODORO TIMER • 25-minute focus sessions with short breaks • 4-round cycle with long break • Visual progress ring and round indicators • Live Activity support for Dynamic Island LIVE ACTIVITY • See your timer on the Lock Screen • Dynamic Island integration (iPhone 14 Pro+) • Stay focused without unlocking your phone CUSTOMIZATION • 16 beautiful dark background colors • Adjustable transparency and font size • Breathing colon animation option • Full accessibility support LOCALIZATION • Supports 30+ languages • Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, and more FlipFocus is designed to be minimal and distraction-free. Whether you're working, studying, or just need a beautiful clock display, FlipFocus has you covered. Download now and boost your productivity!

Screenshots

Simple clock4 screens
FlipFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple clock at none against FlipFocus's 1. Simple clock also leads on ads (none vs shown). FlipFocus's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. FlipFocus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simple clock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple clock ships an update every 12 months, FlipFocus every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 10, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 5 level
Simple clock versus FlipFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple clockFlipFocus
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSPORTMEOYulei Duan

In-app purchases

None

Simple clock

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

FlipFocus

One-time1
  • Remove Ads Premium$0.99

Questions

Is Simple clock free?
Simple clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlipFocus free?
FlipFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple clock or FlipFocus have ads?
FlipFocus shows ads; Simple clock does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple clock or FlipFocus?
Simple clock ships an update every 12 months, and FlipFocus every 2 weeks. Most recently, Simple clock was updated on October 10, 2026 and FlipFocus on October 10, 2026.

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