Comparison

Flip Clock vs SimpleTask

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

Head to head
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

About

SimpleTask

Features
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SimpleTask is a sleek and elegant to-do list manager that focuses on discrete tasks organized with tags. Built on the best principles from GTD, bullet journaling, and proven productivity methods. Great for the ADHD brain! Why SimpleTask? - Plan your day with clear, actionable tasks while everything else waits in your unscheduled list - Fast gestures and tag filters keep you organized without the fuss - Optional nudge reminders at 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Features - Plan tasks by day, or leave them unscheduled until you're ready - Intuitive gestures — tap the circle to complete, the task to edit, and swipe right and left to snooze or schedule - Smart recurring tasks — set simple repeats and choose when to schedule the next task upon completion - Quick Add widget for speedy task entry - iCloud sync keeps your data secure across all your devices - Complete Apple Watch companion app - Up to 200 new tasks per month SimpleTask Plus (Optional Upgrade) - AI chat for personalized, actionable help with any task - Detailed stats on your productivity habits, including daily and weekly completions, streaks, and all-time totals - Unlimited tasks - Add notes to a task - Search all tasks - Share tasks directly to your calendar SimpleTask EULA: https://manicgrin.com/simpletask-end-user-licence-agreement-eula SimpleTask Privacy Policy: https://manicgrin.com/simpletask-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Flip Clock4 screens
SimpleTask4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Flip Clock at every 8 days against SimpleTask's every 2 months. On price, ads, 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. Flip Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and SimpleTask sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flip Clock ships an update every 8 days, SimpleTask every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Flip Clock versus SimpleTask: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlip ClockSimpleTask
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB13 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer亮 吴Manicgrin Media Ltd

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Flip Clock

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

SimpleTask

Subscriptions2
  • SimpleTask Plus Monthly$0.991 Month
  • SimpleTask Plus Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Flip Clock free?
Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SimpleTask free?
SimpleTask is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flip Clock or SimpleTask have ads?
Neither Flip Clock nor SimpleTask shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flip Clock or SimpleTask?
Flip Clock ships an update every 8 days, and SimpleTask every 2 months. Most recently, Flip Clock was updated on October 4, 2026 and SimpleTask on October 7, 2026.

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