Comparison

Analog Film Developer Timer vs DevClock

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

Head to head
About

Analog Film Developer Timer

This app helps analog film photographers develop film with precision and consistency. It features a smart calculator for estimating development times and an integrated timer with agitation reminders, all based on manufacturer-sourced data.

Highlights
  • Development time calculator
  • Manufacturer-sourced data
  • Custom development entries
  • Push/pull, dilution, temperature, agitation adjustments
  • Integrated timer with agitation reminders
  • Reliable and repeatable results
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Develop analog film with confidence and consistency. FilmDeveloperPro is a precise darkroom tool built on authentic development times sourced directly from manufacturers. Use the smart development time calculator to estimate missing times based on push/pull, dilution, temperature, and agitation. The built-in timer with agitation reminders keeps every step on track — from presoak and development through stop bath and fixer. Key features: • Accurate calculator for missing development times • Manufacturer-sourced reference data • Cine film format support: Kodak Double-X, Foma Fomapan Cine, ORWO, and more • Custom development time entries • Fully adjustable push/pull, dilution, temperature, and agitation • Multi-step timer: presoak, developer, stop bath, and fixer • C-41 workflow for chromogenic black & white films like Ilford XP2 and Kodak BW400CN • Live Activity shows your timer on the lock screen Whether you develop black & white or chromogenic C-41 films, FilmDeveloperPro makes every step controlled, reliable, and repeatable.

About

DevClock

This app assists with black-and-white film development in a darkroom. It allows users to create custom timers, follow step-by-step development processes, and view information in low light with a red mode. Features include local notifications and Live Activities for timer status.

Highlights
  • Quick timer for countdowns
  • Film and developer setup
  • Guided process timing
  • Red mode for low light
  • Local notifications and haptics
  • Live Activities support
  • Custom process plans
Features
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DevClock is a focused darkroom companion for black-and-white film work. Build quick timers, follow film development steps, and keep your process readable in low light. DevClock is designed for practical darkroom use: large controls, high-contrast timing screens, red mode, local notifications, haptics, and Live Activities for supported iOS devices. Key features: • Quick Timer for simple countdowns • Film and developer setup for black-and-white workflows • Guided process timing for develop, stop, fix, and wash steps • Red mode for darkroom-friendly viewing • Local notifications and haptic reminders • Live Activities for timer status on supported devices • Custom process plans • English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese interface options Important note: built-in development times are intended as useful starting points, not guaranteed processing instructions. Always confirm critical film, developer, temperature, and agitation choices against your own workflow and official manufacturer guidance. DevClock is local-first. It does not require an account, does not use analytics, does not include ads, and does not track you.

Screenshots

Analog Film Developer Timer4 screens
DevClock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DevClock at Free against Analog Film Developer Timer's $14.00. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

DevClock is free to download; Analog Film Developer Timer costs $14.00 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Analog Film Developer Timer versus DevClock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnalog Film Developer TimerDevClock
Price$14.00Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthias Eichner思圆 潘

Customer experience

Analog Film Developer Timer

Written reviews31 reviews
Positive32.3%
Neutral29.0%
Negative38.7%

DevClock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Analog Film Developer Timer

No in-app purchases

None

DevClock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Analog Film Developer Timer free?
Analog Film Developer Timer costs $14.00, with no in-app purchases.
Is DevClock free?
DevClock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Analog Film Developer Timer or DevClock have ads?
Neither Analog Film Developer Timer nor DevClock shows ads.

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