Comparison

Moon.SimpleClock vs The Artclock

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

Head to head
About

Moon.SimpleClock

Features
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Moon.SimpleClock: Minimalism Beyond Time Moon.SimpleClock is a clock app focused on an uncluttered design and intuitive functionality. It avoids complex features, concentrating solely on displaying time accurately and elegantly. Time Shines in the Dark Against a completely black screen, Year, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute are clearly displayed. Its minimalist design blends seamlessly into any environment, and at night, it emits a soft glow, providing visual comfort. Key Features: Extremely Simple Interface: Focuses only on time information. Black Screen Design: Reduces eye strain and minimizes battery consumption. Essential Information Only: See the year, month, day, hour, and minute at a glance. Moon.SimpleClock is the purest and most beautiful way to check the time. Experience it now.

About

The Artclock

This app reimagines your desk clock with a fluid, visual representation of time. It uses dynamic layering and smooth animations to display the passage of hours and minutes through color and motion, offering a calming and aesthetic alternative to traditional timekeeping.

Highlights
  • Fluid representation of time
  • Dynamic color and motion
  • Adjustable transparency and depth
  • Satisfying hour reset animation
  • Visual hourly progress indicator
  • Minimalist customization (numbers/words)
Features
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Time isn’t just numbers; it’s a living canvas. Reimagine your desk clock. No ticking, no clutter—just color, motion, and time. The Artclock is a high-concept, kinetic timepiece designed for the modern aesthetic. It moves away from the ticking clock and toward a fluid representation of "the now." Experience a clock that breathes. The Artclock transforms the passage of time into a mesmerizing visual journey of light and color. Inspired by the natural rhythms of the day, The Artclock uses dynamic layering and smooth animations to show you exactly where you stand in the current hour. Watch as the minutes "slice" through a foreground of color, gradually revealing the foundation beneath. As the day turns to night, The Artclock follows the sun, shifting its palette to match the world outside your window. Features You’ll Love: Tailored Transparency: Use the custom glassmorphic slider to adjust the depth and intensity of the clock's layers. Fluid Transitions: Watch the hour reset with a satisfying sweep animation that resets the canvas. Visual Hourly Progress: See the hour pass through a growing circular reveal. Always On: Perfect for use as a dedicated desk clock or nightstand display. Minimalist Customization: Switch between numbers and words, and adjust transparency to match your style.

Screenshots

Moon.SimpleClock1 screens
The Artclock2 screens

Verdict

The call

Moon.SimpleClock and The Artclock are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Moon.SimpleClock versus The Artclock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMoon.SimpleClockThe Artclock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHoJun JoRien Heald

In-app purchases

None

Moon.SimpleClock

No in-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Moon.SimpleClock free?
Moon.SimpleClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Artclock free?
The Artclock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Moon.SimpleClock or The Artclock have ads?
Neither Moon.SimpleClock nor The Artclock shows ads.

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