Comparison

Studio Clock vs Digital Clock

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

Head to head
About

Studio Clock

A minimalist clock designed for Apple devices. It offers a straightforward time display without unnecessary features, focusing on simplicity and ease of use. Future updates are planned to introduce more functionality.

Highlights
  • Minimalist design
  • Simple time display
  • iPhone, iPad, and Mac support
  • Focus on core functionality
  • Future feature updates planned
Features
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Simple Studio Clock – A minimalist studio clock for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Does exactly what it needs to – no more, no less. More features coming soon!

About

Digital Clock

Transform your device into a retro LED digital clock with a dot matrix design. Offers multiple time formats, vibrant color options, and a full-screen display. Ideal for bedside tables, desks, or any space needing an elegant timepiece.

Highlights
  • Authentic dot matrix design
  • Multiple time formats (12/24 hr, seconds on/off)
  • 6 vibrant LED color options
  • Full-screen display
  • Optimized for all iPhones and iPads
  • Simple tap-to-access settings
Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a stunning retro LED display with this beautifully crafted digital clock app. Experience Nostalgic Digital Beauty Relive the classic era of LED displays with our authentic dot matrix design. Each number is rendered using hundreds of individual glowing dots, creating that iconic retro aesthetic that defined the digital age. Perfect for Any Space Whether it's your bedside table, kitchen counter, or office desk, this full-screen clock turns your iPhone or iPad into an elegant timepiece that's both functional and decorative. Features: Multiple Time Formats - Switch between 12-hour and 24-hour display - Toggle seconds on/off (HH:MM:SS or HH:MM) Beautiful Color Options - Choose from 6 vibrant LED colors: Yellow, Green, Cyan, Orange, Red, and Purple - Each color captures the authentic glow of classic LED displays Optimized for All iPhones and iPads - Automatically adjusts dot size for perfect viewing on iPad Mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro - Crisp, clear display in both portrait and landscape orientations Simple Controls - Tap anywhere on the screen to access settings - Clean, intuitive interface that doesn't distract from the clock - Settings panel matches the retro dot matrix aesthetic Perfect for Any Time - Full-screen display with hidden status bar for distraction-free viewing - Ideal as a bedside clock, desk accessory, or ambient display - Low power consumption for extended use Why You'll Love It: The carefully crafted dot matrix rendering creates an authentic retro experience that's both nostalgic and modern. Each glowing dot is perfectly sized and spaced to recreate the classic LED displays you remember, while taking advantage of your iPad's beautiful screen. Transform your iPad into a piece of retro-futuristic art that tells time beautifully. Download Digital Clock - LED Retro today and bring the golden age of digital displays to your space.

Screenshots

Studio Clock2 screens
Digital Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Digital Clock at 8 against Studio Clock's 1. Studio Clock's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Studio Clock against 4.9 for Digital Clock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Clock has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Studio Clock ships an update every 3 days, Digital Clock every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Studio Clock versus Digital Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStudio ClockDigital Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.9 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNoah Patrick RedekerSeungJun Lee

In-app purchases

None

Studio Clock

No in-app purchases

None

Digital Clock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Studio Clock free?
Studio Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Digital Clock free?
Digital Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Studio Clock or Digital Clock?
Studio Clock is rated higher. Studio Clock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Digital Clock averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.
Do Studio Clock or Digital Clock have ads?
Neither Studio Clock nor Digital Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Studio Clock or Digital Clock?
Studio Clock ships an update every 3 days, and Digital Clock every 5 days. Most recently, Studio Clock was updated on October 28, 2026 and Digital Clock on October 24, 2026.

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