I love wall clocks; small wall clocks, large, medium-sized, it doesn’t matter.
Even though we all have mobile devices with a clock, I love having plenty of wall clocks in the house. It’s a nice being able to glance up and see the time.
Moreover, they are a terrific decorative function with a purpose. In my view, every room can use a wall clock.
I particularly like the simple metal clocks, but depending on your home’s decor, a vintage, wood or pendulum may be better for you.
Below we set out a nice selection of compact wall clocks. Check them out.
A. Small Vintage Wall Clock Ideas
1. Brandream Luxury Vintage Small Wall Clock
A really nice vintage wall clock to go with, this particular one is 6.2 inches in diameter. This is actually a neat little desktop clock. It features a stand on the back so you can prop it up on your desk. It is not too big, so it won’t take up too much space, even on a smaller desk. You can also hang this thing up on the wall, which is pretty convenient too.
It might not be a hundred years old, but this vintage wall clock sure looks like it. Being modern is nice, but old-school things just have this unbeatable look about them. It makes for a great addition to any older style of home or any home looking to travel back a little bit in time.
Pros
- Beautiful old-school look
- Comes with a stand
- Can be used for walls or desk
- Small and compact
- Uses simple AA batteries
Cons
- Requires special batteries in order to avoid skewing accuracy
2. Paris Wall Clock With Magnets
This is an extremely vintage looking wall clock, one that will serve you well if you have an older looking home. It’s a great clock to get if you like antiques as well. The really cool part is that the surrounding material is made from recycled metal. You might not be huge for recycling, but you can still do your part in little ways like this.
The Fleur-De-Lis magnets on the clock might just remind you of your home country. This is truly a French antique, which is pretty cool no doubt. The weathered grey rust-like look makes it look a neat old record or some kind of percussion symbol.
It should be noted that this clock needs to be secured to the wall fairly well. It does weigh around 6 pounds and is not exactly the smallest clock around.
Pros
- Genuine antique
- Great for any walls
- Good for old-style homes and antique collections
- Made of recycled metal
- Comes with fleur-de-lis magnets
Cons
- Weighs 6 pounds – needs to be well secured
3. Vintage Square Glass Wall Clock
This might be a so-called vintage clock, but it also adds some new-school style into the mix. This is a beautiful square glass clock, one that works well in both modern and vintage looking homes. Instead of the old school Roman numerals, it features regular numbers, but it still is not digital. We like this mix of new and old.
The numbers are the hands are made of metal, adding a bit of lux and shine into the equation. Something that you might appreciate about this thing is that it does not have a ticking sound. It actually won’t keep you awake or drive you insane while trying to read a book.
It is a small enough wall clock for most spaces, but it is over a foot wide and a foot tall.
Pros
- Good mix of new and old
- Glass plate design
- Metal hands and numbers
- Easy to read numbers
- No ticking sound
Cons
- No cons at this stage
B. Compact Wood Wall Clocks
1. Chaney 75171 Poplar Wood Wall
The quartz crystal timekeeping technology used here will make sure that you are never late for anything again. To make sure you don’t miss your next mealtime, this clock features simple Arabic, numbers (you know, like the numbers we use every day for counting).
The solid wood frame does look really nice. It makes for a nice accent to any darker wood wall and for any vintage style home in general.
This is a very simple yet elegant wall clock. It features a hanging hole on the real so you don’t go insane trying to figure out a way to hang it up. This model is fairly small, coming in at 8 x 8 inches, making it the perfect choice for a wall that already has a few things on it. It’s small enough for any wall, but also large enough to see with ease.
Pros
- Vintage wooden frame
- Small enough for any wall
- Lightweight
- Easy to read
- Accurate timekeeping
Cons
- Makes a loud ticking noise
2. La Crosse Technology WT-3122A 12 1/2-Inch Wood Atomic Analog Clock
This classic clock with a white face and wooden frame makes for a nice accent for any room in your home. What is really cool is that it automatically sets to US atomic time and automatically changes the time for daylight savings.
You don’t even have to know where you live to keep time with this clock! It can be used outside of the US, but you have to change the time manually.
The astounding thing about this wall clock is that it is accurate down to the second. So, while you may not always be on time, it will not be the fault of this clock. This clock is 12.5 inches in diameter, making it a fairly average sized wall clock. It’s big enough to see from across the room but small enough to fit comfortably on any wall.
Pros
- US atomic time
- Accurate to the second
- Automatically adjusts when time changes
- A good average size
- A good accent for any wall
Cons
- Not ideal for people outside the US
3. Adalene 14-Inch Large Wall Clock
Perhaps the best part here is that this wall clock does not make a ticking sound. If that sound drives you totally insane, this clock might just be right for you. This is a real vintage and an old-school looking clock that features a solid wood frame with a beige face and Arabic numerals. While this clock is technically new, it is made to look nice and old.
It makes for a good accent for pretty much any wall and style of home. The quartz timekeeping mechanism used here is extremely accurate so you will never be late to the early bird dinner again. This is a fairly large clock, coming in at around 14 inches in diameter, but it is not like it is oversized. It is definitely big enough to read, even if your eyes are not the best.
Pros
- Very accurate
- Very old-school look
- No ticking noise
- Works well with most décor
- Battery operated
- Wooden frame
Cons
- No cons at this stage
C. Aluminum/Metal Wall Clocks
1. HITO Silent Non-ticking Wall Clock
As the name of this clock implies, it is totally silent and does not make that horrible ticking noise that can drive you up the wall. Remember that crocodile from Peter Pan, the one with the clock in its stomach? Well, at least that won’t be you if you get this clock. You might like the really large numbers here.
It makes the time easy to tell even if you aren’t wearing those prescription glasses. This clock is around 10 inches in diameter, which is large enough to see, but small enough to make it look nice on any wall. The silver frame with the white face makes it a good choice for any modern looking home. The back nail slot helps save you the headache of figuring out a way to hang it up.
Pros
- Silent – no ticking
- Very accurate
- Nice silver frame
- Good for modern homes
- Large numbers – easy to read
- Small size for small walls
Cons
- Will look odd in old-school homes
2. Egundo Silent Metal Wall Clock
Coming in at just 10 inches in diameter, it’s the perfect wall clock for even the smallest of homes. Don’t worry though because the numbers are still more than large enough to read with ease. Just like many other clocks we’ve looked at, this one does not make that ghastly ticking noise that can irritate the life out of somebody.
The aluminum frame looks nice in any setting, plus the fog-proof glass never fogs up like many other clocks do. It has a really strong structure, which is something we can all appreciate. We do like the fact that you get some selection here. There are actually about a dozen different variations of this clock to choose from.
Pros
- No ticking noise
- Ideal medium size
- Easy to read
- Aluminum frame
- Fog proof glass
- Comes in many variations
Cons
- Hands of the clock don’t line up with the numbers on point
3. Infinity Instruments-Black Round Metal Retro 9.5 Inch Wall Clock
If you miss the good old days, this retro wall clock might be able to help you go back in time. The large black frame with the white face definitely makes it look like it’s straight out of the 1980’s. While the times may have changed, it doesn’t mean that your way of keeping time has to change.
The white face, the large numbers, and the good contrast created by the clock hands make this model easy to read even from across the room. This is a quartz powered wall clock, so you know that it is accurate, more so than these new digital watches.
It’s a 9.5-inch diameter clock, making it a fairly small clock, which is ideal if you already have lots of stuff in your home.
Pros
- Good contrast – easy to read
- Good for any old school home
- Very accurate
- Easy to read Arabic numbers
Cons
- Loud ticking noise
4. Verichron Basic 9 in. Wall Clock
Thanks to the metal frame, this is a very modern looking clock. However, the shape of it is still fairly old school. You might like this because it fits well with the décor of any home, whether old or new. Not only does the brushed steel look nice, but it’s very durable and long lasting too.
This clock is around 9 inches in diameter and features fairly large Arabic numerals. It’s small enough to fit comfortably in a snug space but also big enough to read from across the room. It does come with a hanger on the back for easy mounting.
Pros
- Durable metal frame
- Shiny look
- Good for old and new homes
- Mix of retro and modernity
- Easy to read – Arabic numbers
- Easy to mount
Cons
- Loud ticking noise
D. Pendulum Clocks
1. 4″ Bird Pendulum Wall Clock
If you are on the hunt for a small wall clock, this is a good way to go. The clock itself comes in at 4 inches in diameter, making it one of the smallest ones on our list today. It does have a hanging pendulum, but it also does not take up too much space.
The pendulum is a really nice looking addition, which can also be said for the bird on top of the time telling piece. The clock itself is black with a white face and features black Roman numerals. It’s an easy-to-read clock that is very visually appealing.
Pros
- Awesome pendulum and bird
- Very small and compact
- Only needs 1 battery
- Easy to read
- Cast iron bird and pendulum
Cons
- Craftsmanship is not the best
2. Designer Choice Bergen Quartz Wall Clock
What is neat about this clock is that while it has the old-school pendulum design, the way it is built makes it great for modern homes too. It makes a good choice if you want a modern clock to accent your vintage furniture, or if you just want something nice to suit your existing modern looking décor. While it may look like it is made of metal, it is made mostly of plastic.
It still looks really nice, but it is also really lightweight and quite durable too. The pendulum hangs on a thin metal string, making it look even better. The whole clock is silver and features a red cherry wood style accent. It is easy to read thanks to the white face and contrasting black marks.
It’s an easy to mount clock, which helps save you some trouble. Quartz helps to ensure accuracy even if you are not timely.
Pros
- Very accurate
- Modern and vintage look in one
- Nice red cherry wood accent
- Durable plastic
- Nice silver pendulum
- Easy to mount
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Develops a loud ticking noise
3. Blenerhayset 6″ Petite Wall Clock
This is a nice little 6-inch diameter wall clock that looks nice in any bedroom, living room or hallway wall. Its small size makes it ideal for even the tightest of spaces. The thick black frame makes it look nice and hefty, but the overall design is actually fairly lightweight.
Being made of metal lets you know that this clock is durable like no other. The white face with Roman numerals creates a good contrast which makes this clock easy to read. All it requires to operate is a single battery. It has a great look to it that works well in any vintage-looking home.
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight and compact
- Good for vintage homes
- Easy to read
- Operates on a single battery
Cons
- Top and bottom accents are off center
- Makes a loud ticking noise
E. Conclusion
When it comes to small wall clocks, whether wood, metal, pendulum or any other, the above options are all ideal choices in their own right. They will help ensure that you are never late again.
