Comparison

The Artclock vs ASG Clock

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

Head to head
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.

About

ASG Clock

Features
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"ASG Clock" is a clock app that displays the current time as a random dot autostereogram. [How to view] Shift your focus so that the two guide dots overlap and appear as three. [How to Use] Tap the screen: Open the settings screen. [Main Features] - Switch between 12/24-hour display - Toggle seconds display ON/OFF - Random dot autostereogram customization

Screenshots

The Artclock2 screens
ASG Clock1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Artclock at none against ASG Clock's shown. ASG Clock's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, ASG Clock daily. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
The Artclock versus ASG Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe ArtclockASG Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRien HealdLegal Prompt Inc.

In-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

None

ASG Clock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Artclock free?
The Artclock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ASG Clock free?
ASG Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Artclock or ASG Clock have ads?
ASG Clock shows ads; The Artclock does not.
Which is updated more often, The Artclock or ASG Clock?
The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, and ASG Clock daily. Most recently, The Artclock was updated on October 31, 2026 and ASG Clock on October 28, 2026.

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