Comparison

AuraDesk vs Just Nice Clock

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

Head to head
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

About

Just Nice Clock

This app transforms your device into a clear, minimalist digital clock. Customize digit colors and brightness, and enjoy calming ambient sounds with a built-in timer. It's designed for easy viewing in any orientation, offering a peaceful experience.

Highlights
  • Large hours-and-minutes display
  • Portrait and landscape layouts
  • Customizable digit colors
  • Adjustable screen brightness
  • Ambient soundscapes (Rain, Waves, Pink noise)
  • White-noise timer (1-60 minutes)
Features
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Just Nice Clock turns your iPhone into a clean, easy-to-read digital clock. The display shows only the hours and minutes in 12- or 24-hour format, without unnecessary distractions. Choose your favorite digit color, adjust the screen brightness, and enjoy glass-styled numerals designed for comfortable viewing in portrait or landscape. When it is time to relax, choose Rain, Waves, or Pink noise. Set the playback timer for up to 60 minutes and control the sound from the clock screen using the Zzzzz button. Features: • Large hours-and-minutes display • Portrait and landscape layouts • Liquid Glass-inspired clock numerals and controls • Five selectable digit colors • Adjustable screen brightness • Rain, Waves, and Pink noise • White-noise timer from 1 to 60 minutes • Convenient play and pause control • Settings remembered between uses • Works without being connected to a charger • No accounts, advertising, analytics, or tracking Simple, peaceful, and customizable—Just Nice Clock is ideal for a desk, nightstand, or anywhere you want a clear clock and calming background sound.

Screenshots

AuraDesk4 screens
Just Nice Clock2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: AuraDesk at 17.0 against Just Nice Clock's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. AuraDesk sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Just Nice Clock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AuraDesk ships an update weekly, Just Nice Clock every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
AuraDesk versus Just Nice Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuraDeskJust Nice Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKhoa NguyenPeragy LLC

In-app purchases

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
3 purchases

Just Nice Clock

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Kind Tip$2.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99

Questions

Is AuraDesk free?
AuraDesk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Just Nice Clock free?
Just Nice Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AuraDesk or Just Nice Clock have ads?
Neither AuraDesk nor Just Nice Clock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AuraDesk or Just Nice Clock?
AuraDesk ships an update weekly, and Just Nice Clock every 8 days. Most recently, AuraDesk was updated on November 5, 2026 and Just Nice Clock on November 6, 2026.

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