Comparison

Countdown Timer vs DaysGo

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

DaysGo

Features
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DaysGo: The smart day counter for your special moments! Count down to upcoming events or track how much time has passed since an important milestone. With DaysGo, birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, goals and other special dates are always within reach. WHY DAYSGO? - Countdown tracking for upcoming events - Elapsed-day tracking for past events - Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets - Live Activities on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island - Apple Watch synchronization - 43 different event types - Custom colors and icons - Flexible reminders and notifications - Light and dark themes - PIN protection - Backup and restore - No internet connection required DAYSGO PRO DaysGo Pro gives you access to: - Unlimited event tracking - Advanced reminder options - All widgets and customization tools - Live Activities - Event details and pinning on Apple Watch - Security features - Backup and restore AVAILABLE PLANS - Annual subscription: Automatically renews every year - Lifetime access: One-time payment with no subscription The annual subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription through your App Store settings. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/daysgo/ana-sayfa/terms-of-service?authuser=0 Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/daysgo/ana-sayfa/privacy-policy?authuser=0

Screenshots

Countdown Timer2 screens
DaysGo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DaysGo at none against Countdown Timer's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and DaysGo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Countdown Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, DaysGo every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Countdown Timer versus DaysGo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCountdown TimerDaysGo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsServer Dogan

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Countdown Timer

Subscriptions7
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • 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
3 purchases

DaysGo

Subscriptions2
  • DasyGo Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • DasyGo Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Subscribe to DaysGo$2.99

Questions

Is Countdown Timer free?
Countdown Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DaysGo free?
DaysGo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Countdown Timer or DaysGo have ads?
Countdown Timer shows ads; DaysGo does not.
Which is updated more often, Countdown Timer or DaysGo?
Countdown Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and DaysGo every 6 weeks. Most recently, Countdown Timer was updated on November 6, 2026 and DaysGo on November 8, 2026.

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