Comparison

The Artclock vs Ever 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

Ever Clock

Features
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Ever Clock — an elegant, always-on clock for your screen. Prop up your phone or tablet on a desk or nightstand and let the time stay beautifully visible — day and night. Pure black & white, the typography is the design. Pixel-shift technology gently moves the clock over time to help reduce screen burn-in during long sessions. - Always-on — the screen stays awake while the app is open - Digital, analog — or both side by side - Dozens of typefaces & layouts, grouped in style packs - Minimalist by design — nothing flashy, nothing distracting - Every screen — phone or tablet, portrait or landscape - Optional date, seconds, AM/PM · 12h or 24h · works offline

Screenshots

The Artclock2 screens
Ever Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Artclock at none against Ever Clock's 10. The Artclock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Ever Clock's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price 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. Ever Clock sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. The Artclock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, Ever Clock fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
The Artclock versus Ever Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe ArtclockEver Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRien HealdMarcos Antonio Salas Abello

In-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Ever Clock

One-time10
  • Monoton Pack$0.99
  • Rampart Pack$0.99
  • Hanalei Pack$0.99
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  • Dafoe Pack$0.99
  • Cute Pack$0.99
  • Stencil Pack$0.99
  • Wallpoet Pack$0.99
  • Chakra Pack$0.99
  • Pixel Pack$0.99
  • All Packs$4.99

Questions

Is The Artclock free?
The Artclock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ever Clock free?
Ever Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Artclock or Ever Clock have ads?
Ever Clock shows ads; The Artclock does not.
Which is updated more often, The Artclock or Ever Clock?
The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, and Ever Clock fortnightly. Most recently, The Artclock was updated on October 10, 2026 and Ever Clock on October 17, 2026.

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