# UV Index Widget vs Laundry Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Laundry Timer at 100% against UV Index Widget's 71%. Laundry Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). UV Index Widget's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 15) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. UV Index Widget sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Laundry Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Laundry Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UV Index Widget has 15K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of UV Index Widget's written reviews are positive against 100% of Laundry Timer's.

UV Index Widget ships an update every 10 days, Laundry Timer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | UV Index Widget | Laundry Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uv-index-widget-worldwide/id1100568288/reviews) | **[5.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laundry-timer-drying-times/id6444082143/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#73** | — |
| Size | 132 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bjorn Jenssen](https://appshunter.io/developer/590354152) | [Edward Hesketh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1484725752) |

## What reviewers say

### UV Index Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uv-index-widget-worldwide/id1100568288)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Free · Weather, #83 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Track your daily sun exposure and plan outdoor activities with real-time UV Index data. Get forecasts, personalized safety tips, and monitor Vitamin D production. Integrates with Apple Health and offers customizable widgets for easy access.

**Highlights:** Real-time UV Index tracking, 7-day hourly UV forecast, Personalized skin type safety tips, Vitamin D production monitoring, Apple Health integration, Customizable home screen widgets, Sunburn risk alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Version Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| UV Index Widget Pro | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Free to use
- 🚀 Clean and easy to use interface
- ⚖️ Accurate UV index readings
- 📊 Detailed UV forecasting
- 🔗 Integrates well with Apple Health

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Apple Watch
- 🔄 Inconsistent data updates
- 🌤️ Inaccurate cloud cover detection
- 🔢 Limited sunscreen SPF options

**Reported bugs**

- UV index reading stuck at 0 despite sunny conditions
- Widget not updating with current location
- App crashing on launch for some users

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track cumulative sun exposure
- Provide more clothing coverage options
- Allow customizable UV alert thresholds
- Improve widget and complication consistency


### Laundry Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laundry-timer-drying-times/id6444082143)

This weather app estimates outdoor drying times for laundry based on local conditions. It helps plan the best times and days to hang clothes, considering temperature, humidity, and wind. Receive notifications when laundry is estimated to be dry and warnings about adverse weather.

**Highlights:** Drying time estimates based on weather, Multiple timers for different fabric types, 3-day drying rate forecast (upgradable to 7), Future drying time predictions, Drying completion notifications, Adverse weather warnings, Drying progress charts

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Laundry Timer Pro | $2.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UV Index Widget free?

UV Index Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Laundry Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, UV Index Widget or Laundry Timer?

Laundry Timer is rated higher. UV Index Widget averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Laundry Timer averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.

### Do UV Index Widget or Laundry Timer have ads?

Both UV Index Widget and Laundry Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, UV Index Widget or Laundry Timer?

UV Index Widget ships an update every 10 days, and Laundry Timer every 6 weeks. Most recently, UV Index Widget was updated on September 27, 2026 and Laundry Timer on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*