Comparison

PatchDoc vs FloatClock

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

Head to head
About

PatchDoc

A versatile document editor and viewer for iPhone and iPad. Quickly edit text, code, and CSV files, preview PDFs and Office documents, and extract archives. Streamline your mobile file management.

Highlights
  • Text and code editing with syntax highlighting
  • CSV table browsing and editing
  • HTML source editing with live preview
  • PDF viewing with annotations
  • Preview for Office documents and images
  • Archive browsing and extraction
Features
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Patchdoc is a local file tool for iPhone and iPad, designed to open, edit, preview, save and organize all common documents. Core Features - Edit TXT, Markdown, JSON, YAML, CSV, XML, HTML, SVG, LaTeX, source code and configuration files - Create new files including TXT, Markdown, Python, C++ and other code documents - Markdown: toggle between source code and preview modes; export as HTML or PDF - HTML: toggle between source code and preview modes; export to PDF - PDF tools: reading, annotation, signature, image/text stickers, page management, cropping, compression and format conversion - Archive support: preview directories and inner files inside ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR archives, plus decompression - Image editor: crop, rotate, color adjustment, text overlay, brush drawing and mosaic blur - Video toolkit: playback, frame capture, rotation, mute audio, compressed export and SRT subtitle preview - Built-in local storage: create folders, import files, search, move, rename, delete, compress, pin items, add notes, and transfer files over LAN - WebDAV / FTP access: read-only browsing with file import; mount external folders or single files - Home screen widgets for quick shortcuts

About

FloatClock

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
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Time floats on your screen. Flash sales, handled. FloatClock is built for anyone who needs a clock always visible—especially flash sales on Taobao, JD, limited drops, and live stream giveaways. Powered by iOS Picture in Picture. You start PiP manually for a stable, App Store–compliant experience. 【PiP Floating Clock】 Start the floating window with one tap. Current time ticks every second while you shop, watch videos, or take classes—no need to switch back to the clock app. Millisecond display and multiple themes supported. 【Rush / Flash Sale Countdown】 Set an exact rush time and float the countdown in PiP. See how long until go-time at a glance. Pre-rush and at-time local notifications keep you on schedule. Dynamic Island Live Activity shows the countdown on your Lock Screen too. 【Everyday Timers】 Generic countdown, stopwatch, and Pomodoro for workouts, cooking, and focus sessions. Sync time from system or network sources for better accuracy when every second counts. 【Customization】 Preset PiP themes plus Pro palette: background, font, and millisecond accent colors. Dynamic Island colors can be customized separately. Features: • PiP floating clock (seconds / tenths) • Fixed-time rush countdown in PiP • Dynamic Island & Lock Screen Live Activity • Local rush reminders • Countdown, stopwatch, Pomodoro • 12 / 24-hour format • Themes & color palette Perfect for: • Flash sales on shopping apps • Sneaker & collectible drops • Live stream coupons & giveaways • Classes & meetings with a floating clock • Daily timing & focus Note: PiP must be started manually inside FloatClock using iOS Picture in Picture. Settings and events are stored on device. Download FloatClock and keep time on screen. Privacy Policy:https://mcnzv1vkrtox.feishu.cn/wiki/BsKvwGXHziiJbOk9imocU4YBn6b?from=from_copylink Terms of Use:https://mcnzv1vkrtox.feishu.cn/wiki/MwAQwvX0fis97PkyWoIcdyNLn5d?from=from_copylink

Screenshots

PatchDoc4 screens
FloatClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PatchDoc at 5.0 against FloatClock's 4.8. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. PatchDoc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FloatClock sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PatchDoc holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of PatchDoc's written reviews are positive against 92% of FloatClock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PatchDoc ships an update every 3 days, FloatClock every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PatchDoc versus FloatClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatchDocFloatClock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better4.8 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better92.3% of reviews
Number of ratings68 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer夏骏 倪玉春 蔡

Customer experience

PatchDoc

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

FloatClock

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PatchDoc

One-time1
  • 终身会员$0.99
2 purchases

FloatClock

One-time2
  • Lifetime Pro$0.99
  • Early Bird Lifetime$0.99

Questions

Is PatchDoc free?
PatchDoc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FloatClock free?
FloatClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PatchDoc or FloatClock?
PatchDoc is rated higher. PatchDoc averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while FloatClock averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.
Do PatchDoc or FloatClock have ads?
Neither PatchDoc nor FloatClock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PatchDoc or FloatClock?
PatchDoc ships an update every 3 days, and FloatClock every 2 days. Most recently, PatchDoc was updated on October 18, 2026 and FloatClock on October 20, 2026.

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