Comparison

Countdown Timer vs Fullscreen Clock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Countdown Timer

Track upcoming events and past memories with a simple, elegant timer. Count down to special occasions or count up from significant dates. Enjoy a distraction-free interface and seamless syncing across Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Countdown to future events
  • Count up from past events
  • Minimalistic and intuitive interface
  • Track birthdays, holidays, and deadlines
  • Syncs across Apple devices
Features
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--- Countdown – Your Simple & Elegant Countdown Timer --- Never lose track of important moments again! Countdown is a beautifully minimalistic app designed to help you track upcoming events effortlessly. Whether you're counting down the days until a special occasion or looking back at memorable moments, this app keeps everything in one place. With Countdown, you can set a timer for any future event—birthdays, anniversaries, vacations, holidays, or important deadlines. If you enter a past date, the app will count up instead, letting you see how much time has passed since a memorable event. + Simple, Clean & Intuitive + Designed for a seamless experience, Countdown offers a distraction-free interface with a sleek and minimalistic look. It's perfect for users who want a straightforward countdown timer without unnecessary clutter. Just enter a date, and the app does the rest! + Perfect for Any Occasion + Event Countdown – Track upcoming holidays, concerts, weddings, and more. Special Moments – Count the days to your anniversary, birthday, or graduation. Goal Tracking – Stay motivated by counting down to your fitness goals or personal milestones. Work & Study Deadlines – Keep an eye on project due dates, exam schedules, and important meetings. Count Up Feature – Reflect on past events by seeing how much time has passed since a significant date. + Works Across Your Apple Devices + Enjoy a seamless experience across your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Start a countdown on one device and check it on another without missing a beat. ** Why Choose Countdown? ** Minimalistic & Easy-to-Use – No complicated settings, just enter a date and go! Flexible Counting – Countdown to future events or count up from past moments. Perfect for All Life Events – From daily tasks to once-in-a-lifetime celebrations. Seamless Apple Integration – Works across iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/countdownios/privacy/ Terms and Conditions: https://zipoapps.com/countdownios/terms/

About

Fullscreen Clock

Transform your device into a stylish flip clock that doubles as a productivity tool. Enhance your workspace with aesthetic widgets and utilize the integrated focus timer for improved concentration during study or work sessions.

Highlights
  • Iconic flip clock animation
  • Deep focus timer (Pomodoro/custom)
  • Stunning home screen widgets
  • Elegant and minimalist interface
  • Extensive customization options
  • Versatile timers and stopwatch
  • Floating clock for iPadOS
Features
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It's not just a clock. It's a statement piece. Transform your device into a stunning Flip Clock, the perfect centerpiece for your desk setup. More than just aesthetics, it's a powerful tool designed to help you focus, study, and seize every second. BEAUTY MEETS PRODUCTIVITY We believe your most personal device deserves more than a boring clock. Fullscreen Clock combines minimalist design with powerful productivity features to create an experience that is both beautiful and functional. ICONIC FLIP CLOCK: Enjoy the satisfying, classic animation of a retro flip clock, reborn with a modern, clean design. It's the ultimate accessory for your Gong-stagram study sessions and aesthetic workspace photos. DEEP FOCUS TIMER: Crush your goals with our integrated focus timer. Use the Pomodoro Technique or set custom sessions to improve concentration during study, work, or meditation. STUNNING WIDGETS: Your clock shouldn't be trapped inside an app. Add our beautifully designed widgets to your Home Screen for an instant, stylish time check. FEATURES YOU'LL LOVE: Elegant & Minimalist Interface: A clean, distraction-free design that puts the focus on time. Extensive Customization: Personalize your clock with different themes, sizes, and even your own background photos. Versatile Timers & Stopwatch: From a simple countdown to a precision stopwatch, we have all your timing needs covered. Floating Clock (iPadOS): Keep track of time with a clock that floats above your other apps – perfect for multitasking.

Screenshots

Countdown Timer2 screens
Fullscreen Clock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Fullscreen Clock at 4.7 against Countdown Timer's 4.5. Fullscreen Clock also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 60%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Countdown Timer sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Fullscreen Clock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fullscreen Clock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 2.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Countdown Timer's written reviews are positive against 76% of Fullscreen Clock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Countdown Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Fullscreen Clock every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Countdown Timer versus Fullscreen Clock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCountdown TimerFullscreen Clock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.4K ratings)4.7 (2.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.1% of reviews75.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4K2.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsShenzhen Gude Aipu Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Countdown Timer

All ratings1,254 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral3.1%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews278 reviews
Positive60.1%
Neutral7.6%
Negative32.4%

Fullscreen Clock

All ratings2,175 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews245 reviews
Positive75.9%
Neutral8.6%
Negative15.5%

Bugs and requests

Countdown Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Fullscreen Clock

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Widget doesn't adjust for DST
  • Clock resets when exiting app
  • Hangs up on some devices
  • Ads cover the clock

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add color customization
  • Integrate date display
  • Add 12-hour time format with AM/PM
  • Improve countdown timer functionality
  • Add stopwatch widget

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Countdown Timer

Subscriptions14
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
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  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.95
1 purchases

Fullscreen Clock

One-time1
  • VIP$2.99

Questions

Is Countdown Timer free?
Countdown Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Fullscreen Clock free?
Fullscreen Clock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Countdown Timer or Fullscreen Clock?
Fullscreen Clock is rated higher. Countdown Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Fullscreen Clock averages 4.7 from 2.2K ratings.
Do Countdown Timer or Fullscreen Clock have ads?
Both Countdown Timer and Fullscreen Clock show ads.
Which is updated more often, Countdown Timer or Fullscreen Clock?
Countdown Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Fullscreen Clock every 8 days. Most recently, Countdown Timer was updated on October 13, 2026 and Fullscreen Clock on October 11, 2026.

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