# Split Flap vs Retrotick

The clearest difference is rating: Retrotick at 5.0 against Split Flap's 3.5. Split Flap's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Split Flap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Retrotick sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Retrotick holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Split Flap ships an update monthly, Retrotick every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Split Flap | Retrotick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-flap-flip-clock-board/id6761210836/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrotick-split-flap-clock/id6779227825/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hello Good Day LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720039558) | [Ekam Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878486670) |

## What reviewers say

### Split Flap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-flap-flip-clock-board/id6761210836)

Transform your devices into a retro split-flap display. Enjoy various modes like clock, weather, messages, and timers with satisfying mechanical sounds. Customize your display with unique themes and patterns across all your Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Split-flap display simulation, Multiple display modes (Clock, Weather, Message, Timer), Customizable themes and flip patterns, Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets, Cross-platform support (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV), Satisfying mechanical sound effects, StandBy mode integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SplitFlap Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


### Retrotick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrotick-split-flap-clock/id6779227825)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Midnight | $1.99 | one-time |
| Retro Flip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Forest Pine | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sunset Ember | $1.99 | one-time |
| Neon Dusk | $1.99 | one-time |
| Aurora | $1.99 | one-time |
| Liquid Glass | $1.99 | one-time |
| Retro LCD | $1.99 | one-time |
| Synthwave | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gold Luxe | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Split Flap free?

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

### Is Retrotick free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Split Flap or Retrotick?

Retrotick is rated higher. Split Flap averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Retrotick averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Split Flap or Retrotick have ads?

Neither Split Flap nor Retrotick shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Split Flap or Retrotick?

Split Flap ships an update monthly, and Retrotick every 3 weeks. Most recently, Split Flap was updated on October 31, 2026 and Retrotick on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*