Comparison

Counter 1 vs Countinger

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

Head to head
About

Counter 1

Features
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Counter allows to count a discrete number of elements using the help of your iPhone or iPad to avoid any error. Counter is a must when having the right result is mandatory and your fingers are not enough. EASY TO USE • To count element simply touch the +1 button at any occurrence • If a precise result is mandatory, you can set to have a confirmation request before adding +1 to the total • You can also subtracts elements • Counter adapts to the size and orientation of your devices from the smallest iPhone to the larger iPad • Reset to 0 at any time • Solves any kind of situation where you have to enumerate a total number of elements (physical of abstract) and you want to be sure the process will be error free. • Simply and effective FEATURES • Displays the totals in clear big size font • Optional minus button • Optional confirmation request of any add and subtract or reset operation • Optional audio feedback for any unit you add (so you are sure you accomplished the addition when you want to do it). • Keeps the value counted over relaunch until you decide to reset it. • Gives you confidence you didn’t make mistakes in counting any kind of discrete elements (specially when counting them exactly is mandatory). • MacOS equivalent application available in the Mac App Store ALL THE POWER OF iOS • Works both for any iPhone and any iPAD, any screen size • Optimized for the latest generation iOS devices

About

Countinger

Features
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Countinger makes digital counting simple: create a list, add counters, and start tapping. Whether you are keeping score on game night, tracking everyday tallies, or counting at an event, your numbers stay organized and stored locally on your device. Everything you need at a glance • Multiple counter lists for different activities • Add as many counters as you need to each list • Tap mode for fast counting • Plus/minus mode for precise changes • Fullscreen counter with a large tap area • Total for every list • Custom start values and step sizes • Pin important lists • Undo accidental taps • Review recent changes in the history • Reset every counter in a list at once • Custom colors for easier organization • Light, dark, and system appearance • English and German • Works offline For games and scorekeeping Keep points for board games, card games, sports, quizzes, and group activities. Multiple counters in one list make it easy to separate players, teams, rounds, or categories. For everyday counting, training, and events Use Countinger as a digital tally list, repetition counter, attendance counter, visitor counter, or inventory helper. Custom step sizes make larger amounts quick and easy to count. Countinger is designed for speed, clarity, and simple controls. Open a list, tap to count, and keep every score or total in view.

Screenshots

Counter 14 screens
Countinger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Countinger at Free against Counter 1's $0.99. Countinger also leads on update cadence (every 8 months vs every 29 months). Counter 1's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Countinger is free to download; Counter 1 costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Counter 1 ships an update every 29 months, Countinger every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Counter 1 versus Countinger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCounter 1Countinger
Price$0.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 29 monthsEvery 8 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB36 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRoberto PanettaXinger Solutions GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Counter 1

No in-app purchases

None

Countinger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Counter 1 free?
Counter 1 costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Countinger free?
Countinger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Counter 1 or Countinger have ads?
Countinger shows ads; Counter 1 does not.
Which is updated more often, Counter 1 or Countinger?
Counter 1 ships an update every 29 months, and Countinger every 8 months. Most recently, Counter 1 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Countinger on November 3, 2026.

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