Countdown App vs Timyear
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Countdown App
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.
- Predicts remaining time
- Horror movie inspired
- Vibrations and sound effects
- Uses device torch
- Entertainment purposes
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Your countdown awaits. Inspired by the horror movie Countdown, this app will reveal exactly how much time you have left. By receiving, opening the file package, and/or using Countdown('Software') containing this software, you agree that this End User License Agreement(EULA) is a legally binding and valid contract and agree to be bound by it. You agree to abide by the intellectual property laws and all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. User shall accept the terms of his or her fate. Any attempt to use information derived from Countdown to alter the user’s fate will result in a breach of this agreement. Tag us in your reactions using #CountdownApp on TikTok. --- --- --- --- Warning: This app contains vibrations, sound effects, and uses your device’s torch for added intensity. It may not be suitable for individuals with epilepsy. Disclaimer: This app is for entertainment purposes. Results should not be taken seriously. --- --- --- ---
Timyear
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This app will create beautiful widgets to show the current year progress.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Countdown App at Free against Timyear's $0.99. Countdown App also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Timyear's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Countdown App is free to download; Timyear costs $0.99 up front. Countdown App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Timyear asks for nothing beyond the download.
Countdown App ships an update every 6 weeks, Timyear every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Countdown App | Timyear |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.0 (36K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 36K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 185 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryan Boyling | Gennaro Panunzio |
Bugs and requests
Countdown App
Reported bugs
2 issues- Glitchy behavior, like uncontrolled flashlight and app crashing
- Timer/countdown not working as expected
Requested features
2 requests- Option to disable camera/flashlight effects
- More customization options
Timyear
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Countdown App
- Countdown 2.0 Monthly$1.991 Month
- Countdown 2.0 Lifetime$4.99
Timyear
No in-app purchases
