Comparison

GuardClock vs Flip Clock

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

Head to head
About

GuardClock

Features
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GuardClock is a minimalist desktop digital clock that can turn your phone into a beautiful clock anytime, anywhere. Its full screen appearance blends seamlessly with the iPhone/iPad device body, blending into the atmosphere of your living space, as if it were a minimalist home decoration. main features *Rich and exquisite themes *Multiple colors for free selection and matching *12 and 24-hour modes *Multiple personalized clock dials *Unique animations and user experience *Supports multiple languages *Pomodora and Countdown *No advertisements Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/35fcd20f-cbe8-4ca2-b863-0c8229d37e6c

About

Flip Clock

This app offers a visually appealing flip clock with customizable skins, colors, and backgrounds. It includes productivity tools like a Pomodoro timer, countdown, and stopwatch, along with white noise and weather features for a focused environment.

Highlights
  • Customizable flip clock skins and colors
  • Pomodoro timer
  • White noise generator
  • Weather display
  • Countdown timer
  • Stopwatch
Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a stunning retro flip clock - perfect for your nightstand, desk, or focus sessions. Whether you're studying, working, or winding down for sleep, Flip Clock combines beautiful design with powerful productivity tools - all in one ad-free app. --- [ FOCUS & PRODUCTIVITY ] - Pomodoro Timer - structured work sessions with customizable intervals - Countdown Timer - set any duration, track it on your Lock Screen & Dynamic Island - Stopwatch - precise timing with a clean interface - Family Birthday Countdown - never forget a loved one's special day [ 17+ BEAUTIFUL SKINS ] - Flip, retro, digital, analog, LCD, minimal, and more - Fully customizable font colors, background colors, and divider styles - Multiple wallpapers - or use your own photos [ LIVE WEATHER BACKGROUNDS ] - 5 animated scenes: Sunny, Cloudy, Light Rain, Thunderstorm, Snow [ WHITE NOISE & SOUNDS ] - 12 ambient sounds for sleep, study, or relaxation - 3 second-hand tick sounds for a classic feel - One-tap play/stop - keeps playing in the background [ DESIGNED FOR EVERY SETUP ] - Home Screen Widget - see the time at a glance - Always-on display - keep the screen lit as a desk or bedside clock - Landscape & portrait modes - iPhone & iPad - optimized for all screen sizes - 12-hour / 24-hour format toggle - Show or hide the date NO ADS. EVER. Flip Clock is completely ad-free. Optional premium unlocks all skins and features. --- SUBSCRIPTION INFO Prices may vary by location. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/tonys1987/Privacy-Policy/blob/main/privacy.md Terms of Use: https://github.com/tonys1987/Privacy-Policy/blob/main/EULA.md Contact: conciseclockapp@gmail.com

Screenshots

GuardClock4 screens
Flip Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

GuardClock and Flip Clock are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. GuardClock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Flip Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GuardClock ships an update every 9 days, Flip Clock every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
GuardClock versus Flip Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuardClockFlip Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—27 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB80 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer承玉 邓亮 吴

In-app purchases

3 purchases

GuardClock

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month$0.991 Month
  • 1 Year7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$4.99
3 purchases

Flip Clock

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Purchase$6.99

Questions

Is GuardClock free?
GuardClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flip Clock free?
Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GuardClock or Flip Clock have ads?
Neither GuardClock nor Flip Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GuardClock or Flip Clock?
GuardClock ships an update every 9 days, and Flip Clock every 8 days. Most recently, GuardClock was updated on October 8, 2026 and Flip Clock on October 4, 2026.

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