Comparison

Klokk vs Action Journal

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

Head to head
About

Klokk

Features
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Master your time with Klokk, the all-in-one Focus Timer, Pomodoro Clock, and Task Manager designed to boost your productivity. Whether you are a student needing a study timer, a professional practicing deep work, or someone looking to beat procrastination, Klokk helps you stay in the flow. Combine powerful time blocking with a clean to-do list to organize your day, track your progress, and build lasting habits. KEY FEATURES Advanced Focus Timer • Flexible Timer: Choose between a standard countdown or a Pomodoro-style workflow. • Custom Intervals: Adjust focus duration, short breaks, and long breaks to fit your rhythm. • Live Activities: Keep your timer visible on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. • Full Control: Auto-start breaks, hide the countdown for less anxiety, and toggle strict mode. Powerful Task Management • Organize Your Life: Create Projects and Tasks to keep your work structured. • GTD-Style Inbox: Quickly capture ideas in the Inbox and sort them later. • Smart Views: Focus on what matters with Today, Tomorrow, and This Week views. • Details that Matter: Add notes, due dates, and priority levels to any task. Insightful Statistics • Visualize Progress: Beautiful charts show your daily, weekly, and monthly focus time. • Project Breakdown: See exactly which projects consume the most time. • Home Screen Widgets: Check your weekly stats and top projects at a glance. • History Timeline: Review and edit past sessions to keep your records accurate. Ambient Background Sounds • Stay in the Zone: Mask distracting noises with built-in White Noise, Rain, and ambient sounds. • Mix & Match: Adjust volume levels independently to create your perfect study environment. WHY KLOKK? • Simple & Clean: A distraction-free interface that looks great in Light and Dark mode. • ADHD Friendly: Visual timers and clear goals help maintain attention. • Habit Building: Set daily goals per project to ensure consistent progress. Whether you’re studying for exams, coding a new project, or reading a book, Klokk keeps your sessions intentional and your progress clear. Pro Subscription Klokk Pro is an optional auto-renewable subscription that unlocks the full potential of your productivity: • Unlimited Projects & Tasks • Premium Background Sounds • Advanced Statistics & Charts • Exclusive Widget Insights Subscription terms - Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in App Store settings. - If offered, any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://getklokk.web.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://getklokk.web.app/privacy.html

About

Action Journal

Features
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Action Journal is a clean time-blocking journal that helps you track what you do, understand where your hours go, and stay focused on the projects that actually matter. Plan your day on a timeline · Add events in seconds with start/end time, details, and category · Link entries to projects for long-term tracking · See your day at a glance with a calm, spacious calendar layout Understand your time with analytics · Switch between Week / Month / Year views · View total time and time distribution · Break down your time by category or by project Visualize focus with the Focus Map Action Journal turns your logs into an intuitive bubble map: · Time Share (X-axis): how much of your time a project takes · Accumulation (Y-axis): how meaningful and worth-investing it feels Use Last 30 Days / Last 90 Days / This Year to see how your focus shifts over time, spot hidden gems, and catch time sinks early. Built for clarity · Simple UI, soft colors, and readable typography · Designed to reduce mental overhead and make reflection effortless Action Journal is for anyone who wants less guessing and more clarity - one day, one project, one decision at a time.

Screenshots

Klokk4 screens
Action Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Action Journal at none against Klokk's 4. Action Journal also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. Klokk sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Action Journal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Klokk versus Action Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKlokkAction Journal
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIdris OlayanjuXinyi Pang

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Klokk

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Access | Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Klokk Pro | Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Pro Access | Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Klokk Pro | Lifetime$19.99
None

Action Journal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Klokk free?
Klokk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Action Journal free?
Action Journal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Klokk or Action Journal have ads?
Neither Klokk nor Action Journal shows ads.

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