# Countdown vs Repeat Timer App

The clearest difference is rating: Countdown at 4.8 against Repeat Timer App's 3.5. Countdown also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (186K vs 30). Repeat Timer App's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Repeat Timer App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown has 186K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Countdown's written reviews are positive against 50% of Repeat Timer App's.

Countdown ships an update every 4 days, Repeat Timer App monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown | Repeat Timer App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (186K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id1403367428/reviews)** | [3.5 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-app/id6462226291/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **186K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **71.9% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | — |
| Size | 40 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Find Appiness LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685887104) | [Renu Narwal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659617835) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id1403367428)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Easily track important dates and events with a customizable countdown timer. Set reminders, organize events with tags, and view upcoming dates on your home screen or Apple Watch. Syncs across devices and offers various counting options.

**Highlights:** Customizable countdown timer, Event reminders, Home screen widgets, Apple Watch support, Event sharing, iCloud sync, Repeatable countdowns

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start 7-Day Free Trial | Free | one-time |
| Countdown Widget Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Countdown Widget | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🎨 Customizable colors and emojis
- ⏰ Accurate countdown tracking
- 🔔 Helpful reminders and notifications
- 💰 One-time payment for premium features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Paid widget feature
- 🔍 Lack of instructions/guidance
- 🔀 Inconsistent countdown display on widget
- 📅 Limited repeat options for events
- 🖼️ No option to use custom photos

**Reported bugs**

- Widget not updating automatically
- Countdown display issues after iOS 14 update
- Inability to delete archived events

**Requested features**

- Add ability to count up from past events
- Provide more date/time format options
- Implement calendar view for all events
- Allow custom backgrounds for widgets
- Add support for weekly/monthly repeating events


### Repeat Timer App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-app/id6462226291)

This app adds unpredictability to routines with a customizable repeat timer. It enhances workouts, games, and daily tasks by introducing dynamic intervals and decision-making challenges. Enjoy a sleek design for seamless navigation and visual timing.

**Highlights:** Dynamic Task Mode with Random Timer, Decision-making Interval Timer, Adaptive Fitness Interval Timer, Productivity Pulse for Work Breaks, Gamer's Delight with Countdown Timer, Party Mode with Hidden Countdown, Sleek and Intuitive Design

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly discounted price | $5.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown free?

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

### Is Repeat Timer App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Countdown or Repeat Timer App?

Countdown is rated higher. Countdown averages 4.8 out of 5 from 186K ratings, while Repeat Timer App averages 3.5 from 30 ratings.

### Do Countdown or Repeat Timer App have ads?

Countdown shows ads; Repeat Timer App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown or Repeat Timer App?

Countdown ships an update every 4 days, and Repeat Timer App monthly. Most recently, Countdown was updated on September 24, 2026 and Repeat Timer App on August 23, 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.*