# Countdown App vs Ghost Detector

The clearest difference is rating: Ghost Detector at 4.5 against Countdown App's 3.0. Ghost Detector also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 47%). Countdown App's advantage is ratings volume (36K vs 6K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Ghost Detector sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ghost Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown App has 36K ratings behind it against 6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Countdown App's written reviews are positive against 64% of Ghost Detector's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown App | Ghost Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-app/id1481006495/reviews) | **[4.5 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-detector-spirit-box/id1583251752/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **36K** | 6K |
| Positive reviews | 46.6% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 185 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Ryan Boyling](https://appshunter.io/developer/1313437414) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-app/id1481006495)

This app predicts your remaining time, inspired by a horror movie. It uses vibrations, sound, and your device's torch for an intense experience. For entertainment purposes only, results are not to be taken seriously.

**Highlights:** Predicts remaining time, Horror movie inspired, Vibrations and sound effects, Uses device torch, Entertainment purposes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdown 2.0 Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Countdown 2.0 Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Exactly like the movie app
- 🤡 Fun and entertaining
- 😆 Funny experiences
- 👍 Creepy vibes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains phone battery
- 🔒 Potential security/privacy issues
- 😱 Scary and unsettling
- 🙅‍♀️ Not recommended for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Glitchy behavior, like uncontrolled flashlight and app crashing
- Timer/countdown not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Option to disable camera/flashlight effects
- More customization options


### Ghost Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-detector-spirit-box/id1583251752)

Simulate a ghost hunting experience using your device's sensors. Detect sound waves with the microphone, visualize magnetic fields with the magnetometer, and apply special camera filters to create a spooky atmosphere. Record your investigations and share them with others.

**Highlights:** Microphone sound wave detection, Magnetometer magnetic field visualization, Adjustable magnetometer sensitivity, Special camera filters, Screen recording for investigations, Share recordings with friends

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with Trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly with 3d trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Access | $6.99 | per month |
| Weekly with trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly with trial | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly with trial | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Access | $19.99 | per year |
| monthly with trial | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly with trial | $29.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Interesting app
- 👍 Scary but enjoyable experience
- 🤖 EMF detection feature works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent glitches and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔇 Annoying audio/sound effects
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Unreliable sensor readings

**Requested features**

- More advanced ghost detection capabilities
- Ability to communicate with spirits
- Improved stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown App free?

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

### Is Ghost Detector free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Countdown App or Ghost Detector?

Ghost Detector is rated higher. Countdown App averages 3.0 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Ghost Detector averages 4.5 from 6K ratings.

### Do Countdown App or Ghost Detector have ads?

Both Countdown App and Ghost Detector show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown App or Ghost Detector?

Countdown App ships an update every 6 weeks, and Ghost Detector every 6 weeks. Most recently, Countdown App was updated on September 29, 2026 and Ghost Detector on September 28, 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.*