Comparison

On the hour vs 24 Hours Routine

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

Head to head
About

On the hour

This utility app provides a single, focused function: a chime that sounds precisely on the hour. It's designed for users who need a simple, reliable auditory reminder of passing time.

Highlights
  • Hourly chime notification
  • Simple, single-function design
  • Reliable timekeeping alert
Features
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Just one feature: Chime on the hour

About

24 Hours Routine

Features
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**Plan every hour. See your whole day at a glance.** 24HoursRoutine turns your day into a clear, visual 24-hour clock. Add activities, set start and end times, and color-code blocks—work, exercise, meals, sleep, and more. Switch between Weekday and Weekend so your routine fits your real life. **VISUAL 24-HOUR DAY** • Circular clock view: your entire day in one screen • Color-coded arcs for each activity—tap to see details • Scrollable list with times and duration • See how your blocks fit together at a glance **EASY TO SET UP** • Tap + to add an activity: name, time range, and color • Edit or delete anytime; changes save automatically • Separate routines for Weekday and Weekend • No account required—everything stays on your device **STAY CONSISTENT** • Build a routine that works for you • Quick onboarding so you can start in seconds • Dark and light mode for comfortable viewing 24HoursRoutine is built for anyone who wants to plan their day simply and visually—students, remote workers, parents, or anyone aiming for a more intentional daily routine. No clutter, no subscriptions to start. Just your 24 hours, one clock, and you.

Screenshots

On the hour3 screens
24 Hours Routine3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: On the hour at 15.1 against 24 Hours Routine's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
On the hour versus 24 Hours Routine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOn the hour24 Hours Routine
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer田丰 何zaid farouqi

In-app purchases

None

On the hour

No in-app purchases

None

24 Hours Routine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is On the hour free?
On the hour is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 24 Hours Routine free?
24 Hours Routine is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do On the hour or 24 Hours Routine have ads?
Neither On the hour nor 24 Hours Routine shows ads.

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