Comparison

Countdown To The Mouse WDW vs Countdown 2 Magic

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Countdown To The Mouse WDW

Plan your Walt Disney World vacation with a customizable home screen widget, printable packing lists, weather forecasts, and important planning reminders. Get daily updates as your trip approaches with fun tips and trivia.

Highlights
  • Home screen countdown widget
  • Customizable packing checklist
  • Trip weather forecast
  • Planning reminders for reservations and check-in
  • Photo slideshow
  • Disney trivia and news
Features
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Countdown to your Walt Disney World vacation with a Home Screen widget, packing lists you can print, trip weather, and planning reminders — all in one app. More than a countdown. Countdown To The Mouse is the daily reminder on your phone that your Walt Disney World trip is getting closer. HOME SCREEN WIDGET Put your countdown anywhere on your iPhone or iPad. Use one photo, a slideshow of photos that change through the day, or upload your own. Customize the look with 30+ colors. PACKING CHECKLIST A customizable vacation packing list you can edit in the app and print as a PDF. Add your own groups and items. Check things off while you shop. PLANNING HELP AND USEFUL TIPS Turn on reminders for the dates that actually matter — Disney Dining reservation windows, MagicBands, PhotoPass, online check-in, and more. Fun tips and hints along the way. Don’t want them? Turn notifications off and keep using it as a countdown. WEATHER, PHOTOS, AND MORE • Weather forecast for your Walt Disney World trip • Full-screen photo slideshow, plus your own photos • Shareable Mini Widgets • Disney Trivia • Videos and Disney News • Planning resources and important dates • Ride checklist • Days, hours, minutes, and seconds on the home screen This app is only for Walt Disney World. Disneyland is not supported in this app. CONTACT Please contact us with any corrections, feedback, or features you would like to see added. We would love to hear from you! WRAdevelopment@gmail.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://www.countdowntothemouse.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use Countdown To The Mouse App is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any other way associated with The Walt Disney Company. For official Disney information, please visit the official Disney website.

About

Countdown 2 Magic

This app helps you eagerly anticipate upcoming trips and special events with customizable timers, enchanting visual effects, and daily planning tips. It offers personalized backgrounds and timely reminders to make the waiting period exciting and organized.

Highlights
  • Customizable countdown timers
  • Magical effects and animations
  • Daily magic tips for planning
  • Notifications and reminders
  • Personalized backgrounds
  • Easy sharing of countdown progress
Features
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Countdown 2 Magic: Your Ultimate Trip Countdown Companion!Get ready to sparkle with excitement as you count down to your next magical adventure! Whether it's a dream vacation, family reunion, or special event, Countdown 2 Magic turns the wait into pure fun with glowing timers, enchanting effects, and daily inspiration.Key Features:Customizable Countdowns: Track arrival, ride reservations, dining, and even your own custom milestones with beautiful, color-personalized displays. See days remaining plus the exact date for each—never miss a moment! Magical Effects & Animations: Draw sparkle trails with your finger, celebrate milestones with fireworks, balloons, or sparkles, and enjoy a soft glow on every countdown for that extra touch of wonder. Daily Magic Tips: Wake up to fresh, helpful tips every day to make your planning easier and more exciting—from packing hacks to adventure ideas. Notifications & Reminders: Get timely alerts for key dates and daily tips, so you're always one step ahead. Personalized Backgrounds: Choose from themed images or upload your own photos with zoom, center, or stretch modes for a truly unique look. Easy Sharing: Share your countdown progress with friends and family in just one tap. Simple, intuitive, and ad-free—Countdown 2 Magic is designed for anyone who loves the thrill of anticipation. No crashes, no fuss—just magic at your fingertips.Download now and let the countdown begin! (Note: This app is not affiliated with The Disney Company, any theme parks or brands. All data stored locally for privacy.)

Screenshots

Countdown To The Mouse WDW4 screens
Countdown 2 Magic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Countdown 2 Magic at 5.0 against Countdown To The Mouse WDW's 4.4. Countdown 2 Magic also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). Countdown To The Mouse WDW's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (14 vs 3). On price and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Countdown To The Mouse WDW sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Countdown 2 Magic asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Countdown 2 Magic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Countdown To The Mouse WDW's written reviews are positive against 100% of Countdown 2 Magic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Countdown To The Mouse WDW ships an update every 2 weeks, Countdown 2 Magic every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Countdown To The Mouse WDW versus Countdown 2 Magic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCountdown To The Mouse WDWCountdown 2 Magic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (14 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size205 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWRA Development LLCBrandon Morrison

Customer experience

Countdown To The Mouse WDW

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Countdown 2 Magic

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Countdown To The Mouse WDW

One-time6
  • Countdown To The Mouse$0.99
  • Countdown To The Mouse Premium$1.99
  • Countdown To The Mouse$2.99
Show 3 more
  • Countdown To The Mouse$3.99
  • Countdown To The Mouse$4.99
  • Countdown To The Mouse$5.99
None

Countdown 2 Magic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Countdown To The Mouse WDW free?
Countdown To The Mouse WDW is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countdown 2 Magic free?
Countdown 2 Magic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Countdown To The Mouse WDW or Countdown 2 Magic?
Countdown 2 Magic is rated higher. Countdown To The Mouse WDW averages 4.4 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Countdown 2 Magic averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Countdown To The Mouse WDW or Countdown 2 Magic have ads?
Countdown To The Mouse WDW shows ads; Countdown 2 Magic does not.
Which is updated more often, Countdown To The Mouse WDW or Countdown 2 Magic?
Countdown To The Mouse WDW ships an update every 2 weeks, and Countdown 2 Magic every 7 months. Most recently, Countdown To The Mouse WDW was updated on November 7, 2026 and Countdown 2 Magic on October 30, 2026.

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