# Bold Type Tickets Scanner vs TimeCount

The clearest difference is rating: TimeCount at 4.6 against Bold Type Tickets Scanner's 2.5. TimeCount also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (79% vs 50%). Bold Type Tickets Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeCount sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Bold Type Tickets Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

TimeCount holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimeCount has 25K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Bold Type Tickets Scanner's written reviews are positive against 79% of TimeCount's.

Bold Type Tickets Scanner ships an update every 7 months, TimeCount every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bold Type Tickets Scanner | TimeCount |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-type-tickets-scanner/id1010950934/reviews) | **[4.6 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecount-countdown-and-widget/id1497946231/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **78.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Noisy Creek, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774043414) | [App Forgeron LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752099187) |

## What reviewers say

### Bold Type Tickets Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bold-type-tickets-scanner/id1010950934)

Easily scan event tickets using your device's camera or by searching for ticket details. Sync scans with servers to prevent duplicate entries and ensure ticket validity. Requires an event producer account on BoldTypeTickets.com.

**Highlights:** Scan ticket barcodes with camera, Look up tickets by name or code, Sync scans with servers, Prevent copied tickets, Real-time ticket validity check

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### TimeCount

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecount-countdown-and-widget/id1497946231)

Easily count down to your most cherished events, from birthdays and weddings to vacations and holidays. View all your important dates on a single screen, receive timely reminders, and even display countdowns directly on your home screen with customizable widgets.

**Highlights:** Countdown to special events, Home screen widgets, Event reminders, Personalized countdown calendar, Full-screen event photos, Unlimited free countdowns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $13.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Forever | $34.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Customizable backgrounds
- 🔔 Helpful reminders
- 📆 Tracks days since and until events
- 💡 Versatile countdown options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for widgets
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🔔 Frequent subscription prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent countdown display
- 🔒 Sync issues and data loss

**Reported bugs**

- Countdown not updating correctly
- App crashes on certain actions
- Subscription issues and lack of support

**Requested features**

- Ability to share events with others
- More free customization options
- Improved widget functionality
- Sync across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bold Type Tickets Scanner free?

Bold Type Tickets Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TimeCount free?

TimeCount is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bold Type Tickets Scanner or TimeCount?

TimeCount is rated higher. Bold Type Tickets Scanner averages 2.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TimeCount averages 4.6 from 25K ratings.

### Do Bold Type Tickets Scanner or TimeCount have ads?

Neither Bold Type Tickets Scanner nor TimeCount shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bold Type Tickets Scanner or TimeCount?

Bold Type Tickets Scanner ships an update every 7 months, and TimeCount every 9 days. Most recently, Bold Type Tickets Scanner was updated on November 1, 2026 and TimeCount on November 6, 2026.

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