# Simple Event Countdown Timer vs Stopwatch & Countdown

The clearest difference is rating: Stopwatch & Countdown at 4.1 against Simple Event Countdown Timer's 3.3. Stopwatch & Countdown also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 0%). Simple Event Countdown Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stopwatch & Countdown sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Simple Event Countdown Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stopwatch & Countdown holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Simple Event Countdown Timer's written reviews are positive against 42% of Stopwatch & Countdown's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Event Countdown Timer | Stopwatch & Countdown |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-event-countdown-timer/id1279788770/reviews) | **[4.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown/id1569326633/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **7** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **41.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ed Manning](https://appshunter.io/developer/1279788769) | [NAOYA ONO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530328146) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Event Countdown Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-event-countdown-timer/id1279788770)

Easily track the time remaining until your important events. View all upcoming countdowns in one place, from vacations to birthdays. Includes a widget for quick access in your device's Today view.

**Highlights:** Event countdown tracking, Single view for all events, Quick event setup, Today view widget, 3D Touch support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Stopwatch & Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopwatch-and-countdown/id1569326633)

This utility app provides a large-display stopwatch and a versatile countdown timer. Its simple interface allows for easy operation, making it suitable for various activities like sports and timed games. Customize colors and display elements for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Large-display stopwatch, Countdown timer function, Customizable colors, Adjustable display elements (hours, minutes, seconds), Simple and intuitive operation, Suitable for sports and games

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Support Developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Event Countdown Timer free?

Simple Event Countdown Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stopwatch & Countdown free?

Stopwatch & Countdown is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Event Countdown Timer or Stopwatch & Countdown?

Stopwatch & Countdown is rated higher. Simple Event Countdown Timer averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Stopwatch & Countdown averages 4.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do Simple Event Countdown Timer or Stopwatch & Countdown have ads?

Stopwatch & Countdown shows ads; Simple Event Countdown Timer does not.

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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.*