# ZenClock vs Simple_Clock

The clearest difference is rating: Simple_Clock at 4.7 against ZenClock's 4.0. Simple_Clock also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (71% vs 50%). ZenClock's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ZenClock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Simple_Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple_Clock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple_Clock has 133 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of ZenClock's written reviews are positive against 71% of Simple_Clock's.

ZenClock ships an update every 3 months, Simple_Clock every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ZenClock | Simple_Clock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenclock-minimal-clock/id953822313/reviews) | **[4.7 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-clock/id6477709832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **133** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **70.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Socially Conscious Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/302019503) | [Seung-Un Ham](https://appshunter.io/developer/447543367) |

## What reviewers say

### ZenClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenclock-minimal-clock/id953822313)

This app transforms your iPad or iPhone into a visually appealing desk clock. It offers interactive time displays with customizable background color modes, including a unique spectrum that cycles through millions of colors over time.

**Highlights:** Minimalist design, Interactive time display, Widgets for quick access, Single background color modes, Color Clock modes with spectrum cycling, Optimized for desk stands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zen Clock Plus Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Zen Clock Plus Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


### Simple_Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-clock/id6477709832)

A minimalist analog clock designed with a classic Apple iPad aesthetic. It offers the unique ability to integrate calendar events and reminders as clock hands for enhanced time management.

**Highlights:** Classic Apple iPad style analog clock, Optional calendar integration as clock needles, Optional reminders integration as clock needles, Minimalist design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads (Lifetime) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ZenClock free?

ZenClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Simple_Clock free?

Simple_Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ZenClock or Simple_Clock?

Simple_Clock is rated higher. ZenClock averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Simple_Clock averages 4.7 from 133 ratings.

### Do ZenClock or Simple_Clock have ads?

Simple_Clock shows ads; ZenClock does not.

### Which is updated more often, ZenClock or Simple_Clock?

ZenClock ships an update every 3 months, and Simple_Clock every 5 days. Most recently, ZenClock was updated on October 6, 2026 and Simple_Clock on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*