Comparison

Multi 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

Multi

Features
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Manage time across the globe effortlessly with our beautifully designed timezone utility app. Add multiple timezones from over 70 major cities worldwide and watch them synchronize in real-time – change the time in one timezone and instantly see updates across all others. Featuring an elegant iOS-native interface with smooth bottom sheet interactions, quick-pick datetime functionality that lets you tap any date or time section to open intuitive inline pickers with full seconds support, and intelligent search with city aliases and region filtering to find exactly what you need. Copy any timezone's current time with a single tap, customize your experience with 24+ language formats and locale-aware datetime previews, and enjoy gorgeous world map icons with timezone meridian visualization in settings. Best of all? Completely free with no ads, no in-app purchases, no subscriptions, and no data collection. Your privacy is respected – the app works entirely offline and stores all data locally on your device. Perfect for remote teams, international travelers, global professionals, and anyone who needs to stay connected across time zones without the clutter.

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

Multi3 screens
The Artclock2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: The Artclock at 13.0 against Multi's 26.0. 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
Multi versus The Artclock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiThe 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, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer先凤 陈Rien Heald

In-app purchases

None

Multi

No in-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Multi free?
Multi 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 Multi or The Artclock have ads?
Neither Multi nor The Artclock shows ads.

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