The Artclock vs SecondLoop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Fluid representation of time
- Dynamic color and motion
- Adjustable transparency and depth
- Satisfying hour reset animation
- Visual hourly progress indicator
- Minimalist customization (numbers/words)
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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.
SecondLoop
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Loop your focus, second by second. SecondLoop is a minimal interval timer that counts only in seconds — no minutes, ever. Set your phases (prepare → work → rest), build presets, and let the loop drive your rhythm. Features: - Seconds-only display for precise control - Auto-cycling through prepare / work / rest phases - Save up to 10 custom presets - Crystal-clear sound alerts via waveform synthesis - Dark & Light mode - Works offline with cloud sync Perfect for study sprints, cooking, presentation practice, meditation, breathing exercises, HIIT, and more. Simple as: how many seconds on, how many seconds off. That's it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SecondLoop at every 3 weeks against The Artclock's every 4 months. The Artclock's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, SecondLoop every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Artclock | SecondLoop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rien Heald | Tetsuya Takaoka |
In-app purchases
The Artclock
No in-app purchases
SecondLoop
No in-app purchases









