# DevelopFilm vs DevClock

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DevClock at none against DevelopFilm's 3. DevClock also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DevelopFilm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DevClock asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for DevelopFilm against 5.0 for DevClock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DevelopFilm | DevClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/developfilm-darkroom-lab/id6749870154/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devclock/id6785950451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aleksandrs Bertulis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825425669) | [思圆 潘](https://appshunter.io/developer/6785718360) |

## What reviewers say

### DevelopFilm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/developfilm-darkroom-lab/id6749870154)

This app is a pocket darkroom companion for black-and-white film development. It offers official developing times, a smart timer with agitation guidance, and full process control. Track your film details and parameters in a built-in journal to refine your workflow and achieve consistent results.

**Highlights:** Official developing times database, Smart timer with agitation guidance, Full process control adjustments, Built-in film roll journal, Quick custom timer, Darkroom-ready minimal interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Darkroom Pass Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Darkroom Pass Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $34.99 | one-time |


### DevClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devclock/id6785950451)

This app assists with black-and-white film development in a darkroom. It allows users to create custom timers, follow step-by-step development processes, and view information in low light with a red mode. Features include local notifications and Live Activities for timer status.

**Highlights:** Quick timer for countdowns, Film and developer setup, Guided process timing, Red mode for low light, Local notifications and haptics, Live Activities support, Custom process plans

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DevelopFilm free?

DevelopFilm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DevClock free?

DevClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DevelopFilm or DevClock?

DevelopFilm and DevClock are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do DevelopFilm or DevClock have ads?

Neither DevelopFilm nor DevClock shows ads.

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