Comparison

Flip Clock vs AuraDesk

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

Head to head
About

Flip Clock

Features
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Your flip clock, reimagined. One screen. Three modes. Zero clutter. A large flip-digit clock that shows time like a retro split-flap display. Swipe left for Pomodoro timer, right for stopwatch. No menus, no tabs, no distractions. FREE FEATURES (forever): • Full-screen flip clock with 12/24-hour display • Optional seconds display — card or mini style • Date and weekday at a glance • Stopwatch with start/pause/reset • Pomodoro timer with customizable duration • 2 alarms • 1 countdown event • Monthly calendar view • Cycle tracker with predictions • Portrait and landscape support • Screen always-on option • English and Chinese PREMIUM (one-time, no subscription): • Multiple color themes • Flip animation styles and sound effects • Custom app icons • Unlimited alarms with repeat rules • Unlimited countdown events with categories • Calendar integration with alarms and countdowns • Week view in calendar • Cycle tracker Face ID lock, reminders, data export Most clock apps bury you in menus or lock features behind subscriptions. SimpleClock gives you the essentials free forever, with a single one-time purchase for power users. 100% offline. No account. No data collection. Your time. Your device. Simple.

About

AuraDesk

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into an authentic split-flap clock and a calmer place to focus. AuraDesk combines the nostalgic movement of a mechanical flip clock with practical tools for deep work, study, workouts and quiet desk time. AUTHENTIC FLIP CLOCK • Smooth split-flap animation inspired by classic mechanical departure boards • Carefully balanced typography, spacing, shadows and plate proportions • 12-hour and 24-hour formats • Portrait, landscape and immersive full-screen layouts • A growing collection of handcrafted themes, fonts and colors FOCUS THAT STAYS WITH YOU • Pomodoro timer for focused work and intentional breaks • HIIT interval timer for workouts and stretching routines • Live Activities on the Lock Screen • Dynamic Island progress and timer controls on supported iPhone models • Daily focus streaks, total focus time and recent session history • A 12-week activity heatmap to make consistency visible AMBIENT FOCUS SOUNDS • Brown Noise for a steady, distraction-softening atmosphere • Soft Rain and Ocean Waves for premium members • Background playback continues while your screen is locked • Independent ambient volume control WIDGETS & PROGRESS • Beautiful Home Screen clock widgets in multiple sizes • Event countdowns for important dates • Week, month and year progress widgets • Efficient native rendering designed to respect battery life THEME STUDIO Choose a workspace mood that fits your desk—from Nordic Minimal and Retro Vintage to neon, lo-fi, sakura and midnight-inspired looks. Premium unlocks the complete collection and additional ambient sounds. DESIGNED WITH PRIVACY IN MIND • No account is required • Focus history and preferences are stored on your device • The free experience may display ads and request consent where required • Premium removes ads • Purchases are securely handled by Apple through the App Store Whether you are studying, working remotely, reading, exercising or simply want a beautiful bedside clock, AuraDesk helps your space feel deliberate and your time feel visible. Terms of Use (EULA): https://github.com/khoanguyen1192/khoabao-store/blob/main/AURADESK_TERMS_of_SERVICE.md Privacy Policy: https://github.com/khoanguyen1192/khoabao-store/blob/main/AURADESK_PRIVACY_POLICY.md

Screenshots

Flip Clock4 screens
AuraDesk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AuraDesk at weekly against Flip Clock's monthly. 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 AuraDesk sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flip Clock ships an update monthly, AuraDesk weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Flip Clock versus AuraDesk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlip ClockAuraDesk
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer磊 刘Khoa Nguyen

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flip Clock

One-time1
  • SimpleClock Pro Edition$2.99
10 purchases

AuraDesk

Subscriptions3
  • AuraDesk Pro Weekly$0.997 Days
  • AuraDesk Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • AuraDesk Pro Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time7
  • Retro Vintage Theme$0.99
  • Tropical Green Theme$0.99
  • Cappuccino Lo-Fi Theme$0.99
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  • Deep Sea Theme$0.99
  • Volcano Ember Theme$0.99
  • Nordic Minimal Theme$0.99
  • Pro Theme - Future Neon$0.99

Questions

Is Flip Clock free?
Flip Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AuraDesk free?
AuraDesk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flip Clock or AuraDesk have ads?
Neither Flip Clock nor AuraDesk shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flip Clock or AuraDesk?
Flip Clock ships an update monthly, and AuraDesk weekly. Most recently, Flip Clock was updated on August 11, 2026 and AuraDesk on September 11, 2026.

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