Comparison

The wall vs Retrotick

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

Head to head
About

The wall

Features
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Put more than 19,000 Boycott-worthy companies behind a wall Why Choose This Boycott Addon? - The Ultimate Boycott Tool Not just a handful of websites—this is the most comprehensive solution out there! - Beyond Websites Automatically catch related social media accounts across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to ensure complete transparency. - Privacy-First & Secure 100% open-source, works offline, and never compromises your privacy. Plus, no ads or spam—ever. - Beautifully Designed Ultra-lightweight, meticulously accurate, and constantly updated with data from trusted sources. A tool you can trust with a look you’ll love. - Spread the Word! Help amplify the impact—share this addon with your friends and family! - Get Involved Have feedback, found a bug, or want to help us reach millions? We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at: the.wall.addon@proton.me Learn more: https://the-wall.win/

About

Retrotick

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a visually appealing split-flap clock, mimicking the mechanical flip of classic station displays. Enjoy authentic animations, customizable themes, and widgets for your Home and Lock Screens, all designed with a modern aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Authentic split-flap animation
  • Liquid Glass design
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island support
  • 12/24 hour format with optional seconds
  • Multiple digit fonts
  • Gallery of premium themes
Features
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Retrotick turns your iPhone and iPad into a beautiful split-flap clock, the satisfying mechanical flip of a classic station and bedside display, rebuilt for iOS with Apple's Liquid Glass design. Set it on your nightstand, your desk, or your Home and Lock Screens and watch the digits flip on every tick. FEATURES • Authentic split-flap animation that flips on every second • Liquid Glass design with clear, black, and white backdrops • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets in multiple sizes • Live Activities and Dynamic Island to keep the time glanceable while you use other apps • 12- or 24-hour time, with optional seconds • Multiple digit fonts to match your style • A gallery of themes, from minimal to bold, with a free set to start • A countdown timer with a split-flap duration picker that rings through silent and Focus • Optional flip sound and haptics for the mechanical tick THEMES Unlock premium themes your way. Buy any theme once and keep it forever, or subscribe to Retrotick Plus to unlock every theme while your subscription is active. Preview any theme before you decide, and your purchases stay with your Apple ID. DESIGNED FOR iOS Built in SwiftUI for iOS 26, Retrotick looks right on every device size and adapts to portrait and landscape automatically. No accounts. No ads. No tracking. Just a gorgeous clock. Retrotick Plus is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. It renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://makekamac.github.io/retrotick/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://makekamac.github.io/retrotick/privacy/

Screenshots

The wall4 screens
Retrotick3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The wall at none against Retrotick's 10. The wall also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Retrotick's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Retrotick sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. The wall asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The wall ships an update every 12 months, Retrotick every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The wall versus Retrotick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe wallRetrotick
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTech for PalestineEkam Singh

In-app purchases

None

The wall

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Retrotick

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Annual$14.991 Year
One-time8
  • Midnight$1.99
  • Retro Flip$1.99
  • Forest Pine$1.99
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  • Aurora$1.99
  • Liquid Glass$1.99
  • Retro LCD$1.99
  • Synthwave$2.99
  • Gold Luxe$2.99

Questions

Is The wall free?
The wall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Retrotick free?
Retrotick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The wall or Retrotick have ads?
Neither The wall nor Retrotick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The wall or Retrotick?
The wall ships an update every 12 months, and Retrotick every 3 weeks. Most recently, The wall was updated on October 30, 2026 and Retrotick on October 31, 2026.

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