ClocX
ClocX is a free analog clock application for the Microsoft Windows desktop.
What ClocX is
ClocX is a free analog clock application for the Microsoft Windows desktop. It provides 350 configurable clock faces, three antialiasing levels, and 256 transparency levels, including a mouse-over transparency option. Window controls can keep the clock always on top, pin it to the desktop, prevent movement, or let clicks pass through. Configurable alarms can display a window, play a sound, launch an application, or shut down the computer. A simple calendar is included, and the application supports languages including Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, and Japanese. ClocX can start automatically for all Windows users or when the current user logs in. The maker describes it as freeware without ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars and accepts donations for development and server costs. The download page lists version 1.6.0 in 32-bit and 64-bit editions, supporting Windows XP SP2 and later through Windows 11. The FAQ describes lower process priority and options for reducing CPU usage.
Good
- 350 configurable clock faces
- 256 transparency levels
- Alarms can launch applications
- Includes a simple calendar
- No ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars
Watch out
- Windows only
- Download listed as version 1.6.0
- No free trial because it is freeware
- Uses desktop resources, though CPU reduction options exist
Who it suits
ClocX suits Windows users who want a customizable desktop clock with alarms and a calendar. It also fits users who need transparency and window-position controls.
Verdict
ClocX offers a configurable analog clock, alarms, calendar, and desktop controls at no cost. Its usefulness is focused on Windows desktops and the features listed for version 1.6.0.
Plans and prices
From ClocX's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| ClocX | Free | Freeware analog clock for Windows desktop |
The facts
Each one read from ClocX's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Alarms
- Configurable alarms can show an alarm window, play a sound, execute an application, or shut down the computer.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Calendar
- ClocX includes a simple calendar.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Donations
- ClocX is distributed as freeware, and the author accepts donations to support development and server costs.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Downloads
- The download page lists ClocX 1.6.0 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions and says version 1.6.0 supports Windows XP SP2 and higher, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Languages
- The application supports multiple languages, including Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, and Japanese.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Performance
- The FAQ says ClocX uses lower process priority by default and describes options for reducing CPU usage.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy claims
- The maker describes ClocX as free software with no ads, spyware, adware, or toolbars.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Product
- ClocX is an analog clock application for Microsoft Windows.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Startup
- ClocX can start automatically with Windows for all users or at login for the current user.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker welcomes bug reports, custom styles, and donation questions by email.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Transparency
- ClocX supports 256 transparency levels and a special mouse-over transparency function.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Visual customization
- The application includes 350 configurable clock faces or skins and three levels of antialiasing.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Window controls
- Window options include unmovable, always on top, pin to desktop, and click through.checked 9 Oct 2026
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