Comparison

Chime Machine vs OHAYO

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

Head to head
About

Chime Machine

This app provides a gentle, audible reminder at a chosen time each day. It serves as a mindful cue to pause, breathe, and appreciate the present moment. Unlock additional features like custom chimes and multiple daily alerts with a premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Daily chime at chosen time
  • Automatic playback via notifications
  • No ads, minimal design
  • Multiple custom chimes (Pro)
  • Variety of bell and tone options (Pro)
  • Create personal daily rhythms (Pro)
Features
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A simple app that rings a chime at the same time each day. And yet, within that sound lies a gentle reminder: time is passing. That sound—sometimes bright, sometimes soft—reaches you in the flow of your day. No need to check the clock; it becomes a quiet pause, inviting you to notice the moment and breathe. Core features (free): ・Hear a chime at your chosen daily time ・Automatic playback via notifications, even without opening the app ・No ads, clean and minimal design Chime Machine Pro (paid subscription) unlocks more possibilities: ・Set multiple custom chimes at any time you like ・Choose from a variety of traditional bells and gentle tones ・Shape your own rhythm to match the way you live Time always flows quietly, whether we notice it or not. Each chime becomes a small anchor in the day. Chime Machine helps you treasure those moments— so your time feels more your own. How it fits into your day ・A gentle chime to start each morning ・A daily cue to take a mindful breath at the same time ・A signal to wrap up work or study sessions ・A rhythm for afternoon tea or coffee time ・A reminder to step outside for an evening walk ・A bedtime chime to mark the end of the day The same sound, at the same time, becomes a quiet rhythm that grounds your day. ----- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://chime-machine.moonxseed.com/privacy-policy/

About

OHAYO

Features
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「また遅刻しそう…」 そんな朝のバタバタを解消するためのアプリです。 出発までの残り時間を見ながら、朝の準備や持ち物をひとつずつ確認できます。忙しい朝でも、余裕を持って行動できるようサポートします。 【主な機能】 ■ 出発時間カウントダウン 出発までの残り時間を大きく表示。時間を意識しながら準備を進められます。 ■ 朝のルーティン管理 歯磨き、着替え、朝食など、毎朝のやることをリスト化。完了した項目をチェックして進捗を確認できます。 ■ 持ち物チェックリスト 忘れ物を防ぐためのチェックリスト機能。毎日の確認習慣づくりにも役立ちます。 ■ 天気表示 その日の天気を確認できます。傘や上着など、朝の持ち物判断をサポートします。 ■ 夜モード 就寝前のルーティン確認や翌日の準備に活用できます。 ■ ホーム画面ウィジェット アプリを開かなくても、出発時間や残り時間をすぐに確認できます。 シンプルで見やすいデザインなので、大人から子どもまで気軽に利用できます。 毎朝の「間に合うかな?」を、「大丈夫」に変えるためのアプリです。

Screenshots

Chime Machine4 screens
OHAYO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OHAYO at none against Chime Machine's 2. OHAYO also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 10 days) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). 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. Chime Machine sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. OHAYO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chime Machine ships an update every 10 days, OHAYO daily. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Chime Machine versus OHAYO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChime MachineOHAYO
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopermoonxseedKai Michishita

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Chime Machine

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro subscription14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro subscription14 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

OHAYO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chime Machine free?
Chime Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OHAYO free?
OHAYO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chime Machine or OHAYO have ads?
Neither Chime Machine nor OHAYO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chime Machine or OHAYO?
Chime Machine ships an update every 10 days, and OHAYO daily. Most recently, Chime Machine was updated on October 30, 2026 and OHAYO on November 5, 2026.

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