Comparison

Impaler vs DeckClocker

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

Head to head
About

Impaler

A professional tool for magicians and mentalists to enhance live performances. Create custom setups and discreetly display information on iPhone and Apple Watch for magic and mentalism routines.

Highlights
  • Customizable setups
  • Discreet information display
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
  • Import custom screenshots
  • Define text areas for routines
  • Designed for live magic
Features
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Impaler – Magic Performance Assistant Impaler is a professional tool designed for magicians and mentalists to enhance their live performances. Create powerful and impossible-looking effects using customizable setups and discreet information display on both iPhone and Apple Watch. Key Features • Import and configure custom screenshots • Define precise text areas for your routines • Clean and minimal interface for fast setup • Discreet information display during performance • Apple Watch companion for real-time viewing • Designed for live magic and mentalism Built for Performers Impaler is not a trick by itself — it is a powerful assistant that helps you structure and execute your routines smoothly. Perfect for: • Mentalism • Prediction effects • Custom routines Privacy & Usage Impaler does not collect personal data. All configurations are created and controlled by the performer. Disclaimer This app is intended for entertainment purposes only and is designed specifically for magic performances.

About

DeckClocker

Features
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Master the art of deck clocking with timed practice drills. Deck clocking is a technique used by card experts to identify a missing card from a deck through rapid mental calculation. DeckClocker helps you develop and sharpen this skill with focused practice sessions. FEATURES Timed Drills — Scroll through a spread of cards while a timer tracks your speed. Tap when you've identified the missing card. Drill Mode — A 60-second speed quiz to practice the mental math. Answer as many as you can before time runs out. Customizable Settings — Practice with red or black cards, full deck or half, and choose your preferred scroll direction. Instant Feedback — See your times and verify your answers immediately. Whether you're learning the technique for the first time or refining your speed, DeckClocker provides the focused practice you need.

Screenshots

Impaler4 screens
DeckClocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DeckClocker at Free against Impaler's $99.99. Impaler's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On 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

DeckClocker is free to download; Impaler costs $99.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Impaler versus DeckClocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImpalerDeckClocker
Price$99.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNahapet ArshakyanKevin Haggard

In-app purchases

None

Impaler

No in-app purchases

None

DeckClocker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Impaler free?
Impaler costs $99.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DeckClocker free?
DeckClocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Impaler or DeckClocker have ads?
Neither Impaler nor DeckClocker shows ads.

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