# Widget Timer vs Nudge

The clearest difference is rating: Nudge at 4.6 against Widget Timer's 4.1. Nudge also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 48%). Widget Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Widget Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Nudge sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nudge holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 180 and 280 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Widget Timer's written reviews are positive against 66% of Nudge's.

Widget Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Nudge every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Widget Timer | Nudge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-timer/id1447612547/reviews) | **[4.6 (280 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nudge-daily-reminders/id1585246149/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 180 | **280** |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **66.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 89 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foobar Creative](https://appshunter.io/developer/464777525) | [Jeff Battson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585246151) |

## What reviewers say

### Widget Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-timer/id1447612547)

Create and manage unlimited timers directly on your home screen with customizable widgets. Set repeating timers, personalize themes, and receive local notifications for alerts. Supports Siri and Shortcuts for enhanced control.

**Highlights:** Home screen timer widgets, Interactive widget controls, Lock screen widgets, Customizable widget themes, Theme gallery, Repeating timers, Siri and Shortcuts support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Widget Timer Pro - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Widget Timer Pro - Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### Nudge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nudge-daily-reminders/id1585246149)

This app helps you remember recurring tasks with custom alarms. Set daily reminders for medicine, hydration, or family obligations. It's a simple tool to supplement your calendar for frequently forgotten activities.

**Highlights:** Custom alarm creation, Repeat alarms daily/weekly, Customizable alarm sounds, Optional 5-minute warning, User-friendly interface, Alarm customization (colors, icons, names), Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Mac)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use interface
- 🎨 Customizable colors, icons, and sounds
- ⏰ Effective daily reminder functionality
- 🔄 Cross-device syncing (phone and Mac)
- 📱 Better than native iPhone reminders app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($9.99/month)
- 🔔 Notification/alert system unreliable
- 📱 Limited iPad landscape mode support
- ⚠️ App freezes and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when turning on/off with recurring reminders
- Notifications don't send despite being configured
- Delayed notification delivery (requires hours to start working)
- App crashes after initial setup
- Ads difficult to close

**Requested features**

- iPad landscape mode support
- One-time/specific date reminders (not just recurring)
- Apple Watch alert support
- More interval options (every 4 days, specific Sundays, etc.)
- Separate weekly schedules/templates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Widget Timer free?

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

### Is Nudge free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Widget Timer or Nudge?

Nudge is rated higher. Widget Timer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Nudge averages 4.6 from 280 ratings.

### Do Widget Timer or Nudge have ads?

Nudge shows ads; Widget Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Widget Timer or Nudge?

Widget Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nudge every 5 weeks. Most recently, Widget Timer was updated on September 26, 2026 and Nudge on September 26, 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.*