Comparison

Flip Clock vs HostLog

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

Head to head
About

Flip Clock

Transform your device into a beautiful, distraction-free desk clock. This app offers a fullscreen flip clock experience with smooth animations, customizable themes, and built-in focus tools like Pomodoro timers. It's designed for deep concentration and quiet productivity, working fully offline without ads or tracking.

Highlights
  • Fullscreen flip clock with realistic animations
  • Built-in Pomodoro timer (Focus/Break/Cycles)
  • Customizable themes and clock styles
  • Screen stays awake for desk use
  • Works fully offline
  • Subtle haptic feedback
Features
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▶ Flip Clock – Zen Focus Timer A premium flip clock designed for deep focus and quiet productivity. Turn your device into a beautiful desk clock and take control of your time — with a premium focus experience. ▶ Core Experience ▷ Fullscreen flip clock with smooth, realistic animations ▷ Large, clear time display ▷ 12h / 24h format support ▷ Quick and simple alarm setup ▶ Focus & Pomodoro ▷ Quick countdown or custom timer ▷ Built-in Pomodoro (Focus / Break / Cycles) ▷ Seamlessly resume sessions when reopening the app ▶ Designed for Focus ▷ Keep the screen awake for desk use ▷ Auto-hide UI for a clean, distraction-free look ▷ Subtle haptic feedback for key actions ▶ Sound & Atmosphere ▷ Optional sounds with multiple styles: • Soft Flip • Mechanical • Studio Chime ▶ Personalization ▷ Carefully crafted themes: • Midnight, Light, Paper, Amber, Studio • Ember, Solar, Lime, Ocean ▷ Multiple clock styles and fonts ▷ Optional date display ▶ Privacy by Design ▷ Works fully offline ▷ No ads. No tracking. No analytics ▷ Your data stays on your device ▶ Made for Calm Focus ▷ Flip Clock – Zen Focus Timer is designed for quiet, intentional use ▷ No ads — just a premium focus experience

About

HostLog

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Document the stay. Preserve the evidence. Stay ahead of the deadline. HostLog is a private damage and inspection journal for short-term rental hosts. Keep pre-stay and post-checkout photos, damage details, repair estimates, communications, and important filing dates connected to the right stay — then export a clear PDF when you need to make your case. BUILT FOR THE MOMENT DAMAGE IS FOUND - Capture timestamped before-and-after inspection photos. - Log damage details, repair costs, and supporting images. - Track guest-response, filing, and support-escalation windows. - Choose private local reminders so a date does not slip past. - Generate a basic damage PDF at no cost. PRIVATE BY DESIGN - No account or login. - Records live in HostLog on your iPhone and are included in your standard iOS device backup. - No analytics, advertising, AI, or tracking SDKs. - Export a portable JSON archive whenever you choose. - App Lock with Face ID or Touch ID is free for everyone. FREE TO START - 1 property and up to 3 stays per property. - Up to 5 photos per inspection. - Unlimited damage records. - Individual damage timelines and on-device deadline reminders. - Basic damage PDF, Recently Deleted recovery, backup export, and Home Screen widget. HOSTLOG PRO - Damage Claim Builder PDF with before/after evidence and communication timeline. - Before/After photo comparison. - Unlimited properties, stays, and inspection photos. - Unified deadline dashboard across every property. - Multi-platform organization and Communication Log. - Annual Hosting Report and Insurance Schedule PDFs. Choose flexible monthly access or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Both unlock the same Pro features. Localized prices are shown by the App Store before purchase. Monthly access renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel in Apple ID subscription settings. Lifetime access is a non-consumable in-app purchase and does not renew. Restore Purchases is available on the purchase screen. HostLog does not connect to Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, or any rental platform. Platform names are optional labels only. HostLog does not file claims, message guests, provide legal or insurance advice, or guarantee a claim outcome. Verify current platform rules before relying on a calculated date. Support: captainlongevity@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/hostlog/privacy Terms of Use: https://app-legal-pages.vercel.app/hostlog/terms

Screenshots

Flip Clock4 screens
HostLog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Flip Clock at every 3 days against HostLog's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Flip Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HostLog sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flip Clock ships an update every 3 days, HostLog every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Flip Clock versus HostLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlip ClockHostLog
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHai Nam Trinh慧慧 高

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flip Clock

One-time1
  • Unlock Premium$1.99
2 purchases

HostLog

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Flip Clock free?
Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HostLog free?
HostLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flip Clock or HostLog have ads?
Neither Flip Clock nor HostLog shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flip Clock or HostLog?
Flip Clock ships an update every 3 days, and HostLog every 2 months. Most recently, Flip Clock was updated on October 7, 2026 and HostLog on October 7, 2026.

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