Comparison

Lasso Alarm Clock vs Metadata Files Reader

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

Head to head
About

Lasso Alarm Clock

This app requires a companion wireless device to turn off your alarm, forcing you to get out of bed. Its simple interface and habit-building features help establish a consistent morning routine.

Highlights
  • Wireless device interaction to dismiss alarm
  • Persistent alarm requiring physical movement
  • Habit building through device placement
  • Simple and thoughtful interface
  • Maintenance-free setup
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Start waking up on time with Lasso, the app that makes you get out of bed and tap a physical device to turn off your phone's alarm. Tap to Stop: Stop the alarm with a satisfying tap. Lasso won't be quiet until you do. After getting out of bed and walking all the way to your device, you'll be wide awake and much less likely to fall back asleep. Safe for Travel: If you lose your device or forget to take it with you on a trip, the emergency bypass feature lets you stop the alarm without the device. Pair to multiple Lasso devices and keep one in your travel bag or at a second location. Family Friendly: Additional household members can pair their iPhones to the device for a one-time, in-app purchase. Get the whole family out of bed without the morning chaos and every-five-minute check ins. Beautiful Design: Lasso was built by designers. Enjoy a clean, simple interface with no ads or extra features like weather or horoscopes. Just a well-done alarm app with all of the right features and none of the fluff. The Right Features: Recurring schedules, an optional, one-time snooze, gradual volume increase, custom sounds, next alarm lock screen widgets, alarm notes, Apple Watch support, light and dark mode. Notes: Use of the Lasso Alarm Clock app requires the purchase of a physical Lasso device or a 'seat' on a device via an in-app purchase. By using Lasso, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. • Privacy Policy: https://lassoclock.com/app-privacy • Terms of Use: https://lassoclock.com/app-terms

About

Metadata Files Reader

Features
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Take control of the invisible data in your files. Every photo you take with your iPhone and every document you save contains technical information called "metadata": GPS coordinates of the location where the photo was taken, the exact date and time, the camera model, and even author information. Metadata Reader is a professional auditing and management tool designed to let you transparently view this hidden data, correct errors, and clean up your files directly from your device before sharing them. KEY FEATURES: Transparent Analysis: Simply import an image from your Photos library or a document from the Files app to instantly and clearly extract its complete structure (EXIF, IPTC, TIFF, and system information). Geographic Visualization: If a photograph contains geographic coordinates, the app automatically displays the exact location where the photo was taken on an integrated, interactive Apple Map. Touch Correction and Editing: Is a date incorrect? Is an author's name missing? Simply tap an allowed value to update, correct, or delete it individually, while preserving the rest of the image. Complete Protection: If you need to send a document confidentially, use the Total Erase button. The app generates a clean copy of all metadata (Privacy by Design mode) ready to be saved to your camera roll. The app also natively cleans the internal structure of your Microsoft Office files. Audit Reports: Export your scan results as a text report (.txt) via the iOS share menu. This is a major advantage for organizing your documents or providing a comprehensive overview of an image's metadata. SECURITY AND PRIVACY: 100% LOCAL Respect for your privacy is at the heart of this app. Metadata Reader operates completely offline on your device. None of your files are sent, analyzed, or stored on a remote server. Share your files with complete peace of mind.

Screenshots

Lasso Alarm Clock4 screens
Metadata Files Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Lasso Alarm Clock at Free against Metadata Files Reader's $5.99. Metadata Files Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). On update cadence, ads 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

Lasso Alarm Clock is free to download; Metadata Files Reader costs $5.99 up front. Lasso Alarm Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Metadata Files Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lasso Alarm Clock ships an update every 11 days, Metadata Files Reader weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Lasso Alarm Clock versus Metadata Files Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLasso Alarm ClockMetadata Files Reader
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating4.5 (425 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings425 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.216.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLasso Products, Inc.AUBERT AUCHER

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Lasso Alarm Clock

One-time1
  • Additional User$11.99
None

Metadata Files Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lasso Alarm Clock free?
Lasso Alarm Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Metadata Files Reader free?
Metadata Files Reader costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lasso Alarm Clock or Metadata Files Reader have ads?
Neither Lasso Alarm Clock nor Metadata Files Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lasso Alarm Clock or Metadata Files Reader?
Lasso Alarm Clock ships an update every 11 days, and Metadata Files Reader weekly. Most recently, Lasso Alarm Clock was updated on October 14, 2026 and Metadata Files Reader on September 30, 2026.

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