# Count Now vs Gradient Counter

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Count Now at 100% against Gradient Counter's 33%. Count Now also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Gradient Counter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Count Now sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Gradient Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Count Now ships an update every 2 weeks, Gradient Counter monthly. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Count Now | Gradient Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradient-counter/id6446219224/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 9 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [子轩 唐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486661776) | [takeshi ogawa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676749157) |

## What reviewers say

### Count Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/count-now/id1439317546)

This is a straightforward and user-friendly application designed for simple counting tasks. It offers customizable count increments, a history log for reviewing past entries, and personalized themes. Users can also support the developer through an optional in-app purchase.

**Highlights:** Multiple count modes (+1, +3, +5, +10, +100), Taptic Engine feedback with sound effects, History log for reviewing past counts, Personalized settings and multiple themes, Ad-free experience, Optional developer support purchase

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A little bit of support | $0.99 | one-time |


### Gradient Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradient-counter/id6446219224)

Tap the screen to increment counters, with a dynamic background gradient that changes color as you count. Manage multiple counters with custom titles, reset options, and sound effects for an engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Multiple counter creation, Customizable counter titles, Reset and delete counters, Lockable counters, Sound effects, Vibration feedback, Font customization

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Count Now free?

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

### Is Gradient Counter free?

Gradient Counter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Count Now or Gradient Counter have ads?

Gradient Counter shows ads; Count Now does not.

### Which is updated more often, Count Now or Gradient Counter?

Count Now ships an update every 2 weeks, and Gradient Counter monthly. Most recently, Count Now was updated on September 29, 2026 and Gradient Counter on September 29, 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.*