Comparison

The Artclock vs Book Flip Notes

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

Book Flip Notes

Features
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Book Flip Notes is a realistic handwriting notebook for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It combines the tactile rhythm of a physical book with a focused digital creative space. Key features • Natural 3D page turning from the spine, with paper curvature, depth, and dynamic light. • Fluid writing, sketching, annotation, and planning with Apple Pencil. • Lined, grid, Cornell, planner, meeting, and music paper templates. • Artistic covers and colors for your personal library. • High-quality PDF export for archiving and sharing. • iCloud sync across devices signed in to the same Apple ID, with safe local editing when offline. • Privacy first: your notebook content remains on your devices and in your personal iCloud. Book Flip Pro is a one-time, non-consumable purchase that permanently unlocks premium covers, professional templates, unlimited notebooks, and high-quality export.

Screenshots

The Artclock2 screens
Book Flip Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Artclock at none against Book Flip Notes's 1. The Artclock also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Book Flip Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). On price, ads 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. Book Flip Notes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. The Artclock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, Book Flip Notes every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
The Artclock versus Book Flip Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe ArtclockBook Flip Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRien Healdlecoo

In-app purchases

None

The Artclock

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Book Flip Notes

One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$0.99

Questions

Is The Artclock free?
The Artclock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Book Flip Notes free?
Book Flip Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Artclock or Book Flip Notes have ads?
Neither The Artclock nor Book Flip Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Artclock or Book Flip Notes?
The Artclock ships an update every 4 months, and Book Flip Notes every 9 days. Most recently, The Artclock was updated on October 10, 2026 and Book Flip Notes on October 11, 2026.

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