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CoolClock – a Javascript Analog Clock

By Rolf Allard van Hagen

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

CoolClock – a Javascript Analog Clock Review - In-Depth Analysis

Show an analog clock on your WordPress site sidebar or in post and page content.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.85/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 15+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin integrates CoolClock - The Javascript Analog Clock into your WordPress site. You can add it as a widget to your sidebar or insert it into your posts and pages with a shortcode. See the FAQ's for available shortcode parameters and how to build the clock into your theme.

Features include the ability to add the clock via a widget, shortcode, or theme function. It is compatible with tablets and most other javascript-enabled mobile devices. Choose from 22 different skins or create your own custom skin style. You can also select between linear or logarithmic time scales.

Pro features include the option to show the date or 24h digital time, background image or color, border radius for rounded corners, advanced positioning options, and advanced shortcode parameters. Pro features come with the CoolClock - Advanced extension.

This plugin does not collect any user or visitor data nor set browser cookies, ensuring compliance with privacy policies.

Comparing to Alternatives

CoolClock has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique choice for users seeking a JavaScript analog clock plugin.

Top alternatives

Strengths

High user rating with 86.7% five-star reviews
Includes a pro version with advanced features
Customizable clock skins including logo-based backgrounds
Simple and reliable functionality
Active maintenance with recent security fixes

Weaknesses

Has known medium severity security vulnerabilities fixed only in recent versions
Limited user base with only 15 total ratings
No direct alternative plugins for comparison
Some users may find customization options limited without the pro version

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive feedback with 93.4% of ratings being four stars or higher, indicating strong user satisfaction.

Positive highlights

"Excellent plugin works like a charm" - mushrath007
"Great plugin. Works perfectly. Well done!" - Codebastler
"Absolutely brilliant! Worth getting the advanced extension to create a clock face background from my logo." - dixiereid
"I love the analog clock skins! I was looking for something interesting and the watermelon clock was just that 🙂" - irmavc
"Works without problems, really good." - Andreas

Common complaints

Limited feedback in negative reviews; one user simply stated 'Ok' without elaboration

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities present in versions prior to 4.3.8
Small number of total reviews limits broader user insight
Some users may desire more customization options in the free version

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a visually appealing and customizable JavaScript analog clock plugin with optional advanced features are ideal candidates for CoolClock.

Not ideal for

Those requiring a plugin with a larger user base or extensive customization without purchasing the pro version may find this plugin less suitable. Additionally, users concerned about past security vulnerabilities should ensure they use the latest version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a functional analog clock with several skins and basic customization options.

Pro version

The pro version provides advanced features such as creating clock face backgrounds from custom logos and additional skin options.

Final Verdict

CoolClock stands out as a unique and well-rated JavaScript analog clock plugin with a strong positive user sentiment and useful pro features. Its lack of direct alternatives highlights its niche appeal.

However, users should be mindful of its past security vulnerabilities and limited user base. Overall, it offers good value for those seeking a customizable analog clock with optional premium enhancements.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free CoolClock – a Javascript Analog Clock plugin.

Analog Clock

Javascript Clock

Coolclock

Screenshots

FAQ

There is no options page. Just go to your Appearance > Widgets admin page and find the new Analog Clock widget. Add it to your sidebar and change settings if you want to see another than the default clock.

Other ways to integrate a clock into your site are shortcodes or a theme function. See instructions below.

Yes, you can use a built-in WordPress function that parses a shortcode. To place the same clock as in the shortcode example above, anywhere in your theme, use this:

<?php echo do_shortcode('[coolclock skin="chunkySwiss" radius="140" showdigital=true align="left" /]'); ?>

Yes, you can use a built-in WordPress function that parses a shortcode. To place the same clock as in the shortcode example above, anywhere in your theme, use this:

<?php echo do_shortcode('[coolclock skin="chunkySwiss" radius="140" showdigital=true align="left" /]'); ?>

Contributors and developers

“CoolClock – a Javascript Analog Clock” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Rolf Allard van Hagen

Pro version Free Version Docs

WPS

6.85

Average

Pro version

Ratings

4.7 out of 5 | 15

Version

4.3.10

Last updated

2 weeks ago

Active installations

1,000+

WordPress version

7.1.3 or higher

PHP version

5.6 or higher

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CoolClock – a Javascript Analog Clock Review - In-Depth Analysis

Performance Overview

What It Does

Comparing to Alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

Who Should Use This?

Pricing & Value

Final Verdict

Other Notable Features

Screenshots

FAQ

Contributors and developers

Ratings

Reviews (15)

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Contributors & Developers

Interested in development?

Changelog

Security Status

Secure

No Unpatched Vulnerabilities

Known Vulnerabilities (2)

Previous Versions

WPS

6.85

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