Whether time is your best friend or worst enemy, a sleek, modern Wall Clock will help you keep close tabs on it even if your phone isn’t within arm’s reach. Along with scented candles or bold area rugs, minimalist clocks are great for people who want to add functional finishing touches to their space without overrunning it with random tchotchkes. If you’re trying to decorate a small room, wall clocks don’t take up valuable shelf space. Plus, they can be added to a gallery wall with some mirrors for some eclectic variety. And anyone with kids knows that hanging decorative items out of reach is one of the pillars of maintaining your sanity. But even if your favorite clock requires a horizontal surface, its valuable function is worth some real estate on your side table.
So if you need to liven up those walls, a great contemporary wall clock can fill that negative space without making it feel overly designed. You can go big and bold with color and materials, or keep it neutral while still adding visual interest to the space. After all, a clock in itself has a very clean, orderly design, even if there is nothing clean or orderly about the room it lives in.
So don’t wait until the 11th hour, here are the best modern clocks for your home.
Best Modern Wall Clocks
Foxtop 12 Inch Silent Quartz Round Wall Clock
This non-ticking clock has a precise sweep movement, mint green face, and gold numbers and hands. The clock back and base are plastic (instead of cardboard) to survive the most humid months, and the clock is also available in gold, silver, and rose gold, so you can find your favorite metallic.
Stephanie Imports Modern Minimalist Wood on White Silent Wall Clock
I’m a sucker for wood on white (the hands are natural and unpainted), and this modern wall clock is available in multiple options: Roman numerals, raw wood, and numberless. The clock weighs less than a pound, so you can hang it easily on a nail or screw. The continuous, high torque smooth sweep motion is battery-powered, so there’s no ticking to keep you awake.
Epy Huts Small Wall Clock
This bright coral modern clock will add a pop of color to your space. It keeps time with a silent swoop, so there’s no non-stop ticking for sensitive ears. The 10-inch clock comes in other bold, modern colors like mustard yellow or rose (which is more like magenta), but there’s also black, white, and grey to keep things nice and neutral.
Infinity Instruments Square 9 inch Wall Clock
If your favorite flavor of modern is midcentury, this square wall clock brings instant retro vibes into any room. The rich green plastic frame is easy to hang, and the silent sweep quartz movement means it can be placed in a bedroom without driving anyone crazy.
Plumeet 13'' Large Wall Clock
This large 13-inch wall clock is great for kids learning to tell time without looking like it’s a clock for kids. Each color (purple, green, blue, and black) has contrasting white 3D numbers, so it’s super easy to read. Hooks are included, plus there’s a large slot in the back for easy hanging.
HZDHCLH 12 inch Silent Wall Clock
This non-ticking clock takes one AA battery and comes in all the colors of the modern rainbow, like grass green, cool grey, and nordic blue. The ABS resin dial and high-transparent glass are easy to clean, and the simple design works in bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms, alike.
Lamiko 10 Inch Silent Classic Clock
This classic style wall clock is battery-operated and has large, easy-to-read numbers and a bright red second hand. Plus, the keyhole slot in the back makes it super easy to hang anywhere. It gives us major classroom vibes, so it might be good in your kid’s remote learning area or homework nook.
Infinity Instruments Turquoise Retro 9-1/2-Inch Metal Wall Clock
For a classic modern look, this metal wall clock comes in bold turquoise or yellow (with matching hands) to make a colorful statement. The convex glass lens adds that extra retro feel and its silent, battery-powered motor has a 1-year warranty.
Best Modern Clocks
Gearonic TM Modern Triangle Wood Clock
If you want something small in size but big on design, this wooden triangle clock has an LED display that can show time, date, and temperature, and even has an alarm function. Plus, there’s a voice activation option so the clock literally just looks like a carved piece of wood unless you activate it. It also comes in black, brown, and natural colorways so you can match whatever wood finish is prominent in your home.
Uncommon Goods xText Time Statement Clock
This battery-operated statement clock has an eye-catching design and is ideal for the non-traditional minimalist. The flip-tile display has that vintage train station feel, but the bamboo frame keeps it contemporary. It can be hung on a wall or kept on a desk or shelf, so you have plenty of placement options.
Sukeen Digital Alarm Clock
This 6-inch mirrored clock has an LED display and comes with dual USB charger ports. The display also doubles as a mirror, and the brightness can be adjusted if you need the room really dark to sleep. You have the option to purchase either a black or white base, and it comes with its own backup battery, too.
Sharper Image Light Up Electronic Word Clock
Available in black or copper finish, this wordy clock tells time in five minute intervals with LED lights and is powered by USB/adapter so you don’t have to mess with batteries. It has over four thousand 5-star reviews on Amazon, with one customer noting, “they make amazing office, secret Santa, or white elephant gifts.”
Best Contemporary Wall Clocks
mDesign Modern Wall Clock
This rose gold clock has an 11.5-inch diameter and Roman numerals against a marble print backing to cover two major trends. The combo is super stylish and makes this functional piece extra decorative. Since it’s battery-powered, you’ll still know what time it is if the power goes out or your phone dies.
RiteSune Large Modern Wall Clock
If you have a big space to fill but don’t want the wall to look too busy, this large 21-inch wall clock has a simple outline design. It also has a silent, continuous-movement motor so you won’t be annoyed by the ticking. The minimal black frame works everywhere from the kitchen to the bedroom, and it has a built-in hook for seamless hanging.
Jomparis 12" Vintage Round Wall Clock
Can’t stop, won’t stop with these wood and white combos. The cutout letters are uniquely modern, and a hook is included for easy hanging. The Quartz motion is totally silent, too, so there’s no incessant ticking to stress you out.
FlorLife Kitchen Modern Wall Clock
For fans of modern, simple design, this silent tempered glass clock has a UV printed surface, and large numbers are easy to read. It comes in your favorite primary colors plus black and white, too.
Best Minimalist Wall Clocks
Umbra Ribbon Modern 12-inch Copper Clock
The Umbra 12-inch wall clock has Quartz movement and its ribbon design plays into that classic modern aesthetic with its subtle sunburst shape. It also comes in gold, black, bronze, and stainless steel. Each colorway has contrasting color hands so the clock is super easy to read, even without numbers.
Yamazaki Home Rin Wall Clock
With a numberless design and battery-operated motor, this sleek clock made with white metal and natural wood is great for brighter spaces. However, there’s also a medium-brown wood with black steel version to match moodier or more urban decor.
Amazon Basics 12" Modern Wall Clock
For the true minimalist, this Amazon Basics 12-inch wall clock has a white face, dashes instead of numbers, and a sweep, battery-powered motion. One Amazon customer said it’s “easy to mount – very lightweight,” so you can have it hung in no time.
