Comparison

Vintage 90s Clock vs Retrotick

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

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About

Vintage 90s Clock

Features
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Step back into the golden era of digital watches with Retro LCD Clock – a nostalgic tribute to the iconic timepieces of the 1990s. Transform your iPhone into a stunning retro LCD display that captures the essence of classic digital watches. With authentic green glow effects, scanline animations, and vintage aesthetics, this app brings the beloved look of 90s technology to your modern device. FEATURES: • SIX STUNNING THEMES Choose from Classic Green, Retro Amber, Blue Ice, Ruby Red, Cyan Wave, and Purple Haze. Each theme features authentic LCD colors with matching glow effects and ambient lighting. • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE DISPLAY Toggle 12/24-hour format, show or hide seconds, dates, and decorative icons. Adjust glow intensity and visual effects to your preference. • AUTHENTIC RETRO EFFECTS Experience realistic scanlines, film grain texture, and pulsing glow effects that recreate the look of classic LCD screens. • ALWAYS-ON DISPLAY Screen stays awake while the app is active, perfect for use as a desk clock or nightstand display. • HOME SCREEN & LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS Add retro clock widgets to your home screen and lock screen in multiple sizes. Keep the vintage aesthetic throughout your device. • STANDBY MODE SUPPORT Works beautifully in StandBy mode on iPhone with iOS 17 and later. Perfect for charging on your bedside table. • NO ADS, NO TRACKING Pure nostalgia with zero interruptions. No data collection, no analytics, no advertising. • BRIGHTNESS BOOST Optional brightness enhancement for better visibility in bright environments. • BATTERY EFFICIENT Optimized for minimal power consumption while maintaining stunning visual effects. Whether you're nostalgic for the 90s, appreciate retro aesthetics, or simply want a beautiful clock for your desk or nightstand, Retro LCD Clock delivers an authentic experience with modern polish. Perfect for: - Retro enthusiasts and collectors - Minimalist desk setups - Bedside clock displays - StandBy mode on iPhone 14 Pro and later - Anyone who misses the classic digital watch era Download now and experience the charm of vintage LCD displays on your iPhone! REQUIREMENTS: • iPhone running iOS 15.0 or later • Widgets require iOS 16.0 or later • StandBy mode requires iOS 17.0 and compatible iPhone model We'd love to hear from you! Rate and review the app to help us improve.

About

Retrotick

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a visually appealing split-flap clock, mimicking the mechanical flip of classic station displays. Enjoy authentic animations, customizable themes, and widgets for your Home and Lock Screens, all designed with a modern aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Authentic split-flap animation
  • Liquid Glass design
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island support
  • 12/24 hour format with optional seconds
  • Multiple digit fonts
  • Gallery of premium themes
Features
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Retrotick turns your iPhone and iPad into a beautiful split-flap clock, the satisfying mechanical flip of a classic station and bedside display, rebuilt for iOS with Apple's Liquid Glass design. Set it on your nightstand, your desk, or your Home and Lock Screens and watch the digits flip on every tick. FEATURES • Authentic split-flap animation that flips on every second • Liquid Glass design with clear, black, and white backdrops • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets in multiple sizes • Live Activities and Dynamic Island to keep the time glanceable while you use other apps • 12- or 24-hour time, with optional seconds • Multiple digit fonts to match your style • A gallery of themes, from minimal to bold, with a free set to start • A countdown timer with a split-flap duration picker that rings through silent and Focus • Optional flip sound and haptics for the mechanical tick THEMES Unlock premium themes your way. Buy any theme once and keep it forever, or subscribe to Retrotick Plus to unlock every theme while your subscription is active. Preview any theme before you decide, and your purchases stay with your Apple ID. DESIGNED FOR iOS Built in SwiftUI for iOS 26, Retrotick looks right on every device size and adapts to portrait and landscape automatically. No accounts. No ads. No tracking. Just a gorgeous clock. Retrotick Plus is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. It renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://makekamac.github.io/retrotick/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://makekamac.github.io/retrotick/privacy/

Screenshots

Vintage 90s Clock4 screens
Retrotick3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vintage 90s Clock at none against Retrotick's 7. Vintage 90s Clock also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). 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. Retrotick sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Vintage 90s Clock asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Vintage 90s Clock versus Retrotick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVintage 90s ClockRetrotick
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOscar MitreEkam Singh

In-app purchases

None

Vintage 90s Clock

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Retrotick

One-time7
  • Sunset Ember$1.99
  • Neon Dusk$1.99
  • Aurora$1.99
Show 4 more
  • Liquid Glass$1.99
  • Retro LCD$1.99
  • Synthwave$2.99
  • Gold Luxe$2.99

Questions

Is Vintage 90s Clock free?
Vintage 90s Clock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Retrotick free?
Retrotick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vintage 90s Clock or Retrotick have ads?
Neither Vintage 90s Clock nor Retrotick shows ads.

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