# TimeSpan vs FloatClock

The clearest difference is update cadence: FloatClock at every 2 days against TimeSpan's every 3 weeks. On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeSpan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and FloatClock sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TimeSpan ships an update every 3 weeks, FloatClock every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeSpan | FloatClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/floatclock-floating-pip-clock/id6784579103/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **9** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 92.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [茂霞 相](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833703303) | [玉春 蔡](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855893690) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeSpan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timespan-the-day-counter/id6760251490)

Track the time remaining for important life events with visually appealing countdowns. Get precise day, hour, and minute tracking, and receive smart notifications as your event approaches. Your data remains private on your device.

**Highlights:** Precise time remaining tracking (days, hours, minutes), Customizable themes and backgrounds, Smart event reminders, Home screen widgets, Privacy-focused, data stays on device

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeSpan pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| TimeSpan pro Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |


### FloatClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/floatclock-floating-pip-clock/id6784579103)

This app keeps a clock visible on your screen using Picture in Picture mode. It's ideal for tracking flash sales, managing countdowns, and using everyday timers like stopwatches and Pomodoros. Customize themes and colors for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** PiP floating clock with second/tenth display, Rush sale countdown timer, Dynamic Island & Lock Screen Live Activity, Local rush reminders, Countdown, stopwatch, and Pomodoro timers, Customizable themes and color palettes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Early Bird Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimeSpan free?

TimeSpan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FloatClock free?

FloatClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do TimeSpan or FloatClock have ads?

Neither TimeSpan nor FloatClock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TimeSpan or FloatClock?

TimeSpan ships an update every 3 weeks, and FloatClock every 2 days. Most recently, TimeSpan was updated on October 24, 2026 and FloatClock on October 24, 2026.

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