# Widgif — Finally, animated widgets!

> Animated widgets for iOS home screens with custom themes and optional health monitoring. (iPhone/iPad app by Chad Milburn.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgif/id1536701105 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chad Milburn](https://appshunter.io/developer/423230655)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 2.67/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-10-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-16
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgif/id1536701105/reviews.md

## What is Widgif?

Widgif brings your home screen to life with a collection of widgets, custom photo themes and seasonal favorites.

OPTIMIZED FOR iOS 15
The app has been optimized to improve widget performance on new and old iPhones.

APPLE HEALTH
Apple Watch users can now monitor their health with the new heart rate Widgif (*readings can be delayed). Access to your health data is optional and private. You can manage your access to this data through Settings -> Health -> Data -> Widgif.

UNDER THE HOOD
Yes, the animations are slow. But, Widgif is the only app with non-static widgets. Widgifs are only capable of 1 FPS animations due to WidgetKit's current limitations. All animated Widgifs are handmade in order to work within the app. It's the 'secret sauce' that brings them to life. *Gifs are not supported from your camera roll, yet.

I want to help improve your home screen widget experience. My door is always open and feedback is welcome!

More Widgif themes and gif customizations are on the way!

## Key features

- Animated home screen widgets
- Custom photo themes
- Seasonal widget designs
- Optional Apple Health integration
- Optimized for iOS 15
- Handcrafted animations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Widgif＋ | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgif/id1536701105/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fake app

*2024-07-20*

You cannot upload your own photo, the prompt is fake.

Do not waste your money on this scam

### 1/5 — 3 years later and still not worth.

*2024-07-17*

read the reviews from 3 years ago on this app. pathetic dev couldnt even come up with a reliable app and still hasnt 3 years later. 99 cents for 8 “gifs” which add christmas lights to a still image of your choosing. do not purchase this app.

### 5/5 — Works with included gifs.

*2023-12-17*

Apple is literally a full decade behind Android and doesn't offer customization like live walls or moving widgets. This app is the closest to a live widget available on Apple and it enables you to add snow or Christmas lights to your own photo. You can only use the gifs included within the app, but they do work well and do add movement to the screen  - which is what I am looking for. Thank you, Widgif!

### 1/5 — doesnt work

*2022-08-14*

if i could rate it 0 stars i would. waste of money.

### 1/5 — Didn’t work

*2022-08-09*

Bought , and didn’t work

### 1/5 — terrible app

*2022-07-10*

this app doesn’t allow you to choose a gif from your gallery and put it as a widget

### 1/5 — not recomended

*2022-01-19, version 2.0*

dissapointed gif not animated

### 1/5 — Did not work

*2021-10-14*

Expected to put gifs on my Home Screen and got only static images with crappy overlays. I paid for this app for nothing, very disappointed. I wish I could refund it 😩

**Developer response:** I'm very sorry that you were disappointed with my Widgif app. Please know that the app description states that the app is unable to import gifs from a user's camera roll due to limitations in Apple's WidgetKit library. Widgif is unique in that it brings templated widget animations to liven up your home screen. Again, apologies for your experience, but please refer to an app's description before deciding to leave a 1-star rating.

### 2/5 — GIFs are not supported

*2021-08-05*

It’s called Widgif but you can’t actually utilize gifs.
The “gif” part is predetermined animations with low refresh rate. 
Otherwise, It’s an okay picture widget app.

### 1/5 — No gif images, only frames...

*2021-06-16*

Paid for the app so I can put a gif picture on my Home Screen, but it's only possible to put animated frames on static images. Not what I was expecting.

## Frequently asked questions about Widgif

### What is Widgif?

Widgif is a paid utility app that allows users to add animated widgets to their iOS home screen. It offers custom photo themes and seasonal designs, with animations handcrafted to work within system limitations.

### Does Widgif have ads?

No, Widgif does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### What devices does Widgif support?

Widgif is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It has been optimized for iOS 15 to improve widget performance on both new and older models.

### Can I use my own GIFs in Widgif?

Currently, Widgif does not support GIFs from your camera roll. All animated Widgifs are handmade to ensure they function correctly within the app's capabilities.

### How does Widgif handle Apple Health data?

Widgif offers optional Apple Health monitoring for heart rate readings, though these may be delayed. Access to your health data is private and can be managed through your device's Settings.

### What is the animation speed in Widgif?

The animations in Widgif are intentionally slow, operating at 1 FPS due to current WidgetKit limitations. This is a deliberate design choice to enable non-static widgets.

### When was Widgif last updated?

The latest version of Widgif, 2.0, was released on September 20, 2021. The app was initially released on October 22, 2020.

### What is the user rating for Widgif?

Widgif has an average rating of 2.7 stars based on 15 ratings. User feedback is welcomed by the developer to help improve the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2021-09-20

Widgif version 2.0 celebrates a year of animated widgets. Thank you all for your continued support and kind messages.

This update is optimized for iOS 15 and its custom themes bring your home screen to life:
– Animated jack-o'-lantern to celebrate Halloween
– Track your heart rate in 3 new widget sizes
– Animated hearts for your loved ones
– Many custom photo Widgifs
– Bordered twinkling lights
– Squashed a few bugs
– Winter is coming..

Note: The heart rate Widgif requires a paired Apple Watch.

Thanks for using Widgif! I'm continuously working on new features behind the scenes. If you like my app, please consider adding a rating and review.

### 1.0.7 — 2021-02-02

It's a new year and a new you. Widgif now brings health and love to your home screen:
– Track your heart rate in 3 new widget sizes
– Animated hearts for your special Valentine
– Bordered twinkling lights [4 colors]
– Many custom photo Widgifs
– Squashed a few bugs

Note: The heart rate widget requires a paired Apple Watch.

Thanks for using Widgif. I'm continuously working on new features behind the scenes. If you like my app, please consider adding a rating and review.

### 1.0.6.1 — 2020-12-21

Thanks for using Widgif. I'm continuously adding new features. Here's what's new:
– Holiday Countdown timers
– “SANTA.. I know him!”
– Holiday lights [4 colors]
– Custom Photo widgif
– UI fixes for new devices

If you like my app, please consider adding a rating and review.

### 1.0.6 — 2020-12-09

Thanks for using Widgif. I'm continuously adding new features. Here's what's new:
– Holiday Countdown timers
– “SANTA.. I know him!”
– Holiday lights [4 colors]
– Custom Photo widgif
– Bug and UI fixes

If you like my app, please consider adding a rating and review.

### 1.0.5 — 2020-12-04

Thanks for using Widgif. I'm continuously adding new features. Here's what's new:
– “SANTA.. I know him!”
– Holiday lights [4 colors]
– Custom Photo widgif
– Bug fixes

If you like my app, please consider adding a rating and review.

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