# TimeCount vs Countdown

The clearest difference is ads: TimeCount at none against Countdown's shown. TimeCount also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 103) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Countdown's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeCount sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Countdown sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for TimeCount against 4.5 for Countdown. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimeCount has 24K ratings behind it against 103, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of TimeCount's written reviews are positive against 62% of Countdown's.

TimeCount ships an update weekly, Countdown every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeCount | Countdown |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecount-countdown-and-widget/id1497946231/reviews)** | [4.5 (103 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-countdown-widget/id6499182059/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 103 |
| Positive reviews | **78.7% of reviews** | 61.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Forgeron LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752099187) | [HK SHENGUANGYUAN TECH LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1851942593) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeCount

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecount-countdown-and-widget/id1497946231)

Easily track and celebrate special life moments with beautiful countdowns. Never miss an important event like birthdays, vacations, or anniversaries with customizable widgets and timely reminders. Enjoy a visually appealing experience for all your upcoming occasions.

**Highlights:** Countdown to special events, Home screen widgets, Event reminders, Personalized countdown calendar, Unlimited free event tracking, Beautiful event imagery

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $13.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Forever | $34.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Customizable backgrounds
- 🔔 Helpful reminders
- 📆 Tracks days since and until events
- 💡 Versatile countdown options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for widgets
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🔔 Frequent subscription prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent countdown display
- 🔒 Sync issues and data loss

**Reported bugs**

- Countdown not updating correctly
- App crashes on certain actions
- Subscription issues and lack of support

**Requested features**

- Ability to share events with others
- More free customization options
- Improved widget functionality
- Sync across devices


### Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-countdown-widget/id6499182059)

Easily track important life events with a customizable countdown timer. Set reminders, add personal backgrounds, and view upcoming dates directly from your home or lock screen. Never miss a special moment again.

**Highlights:** Unlimited event countdowns, Customizable widget backgrounds, Home screen widgets, Lock screen widgets, Advance event reminders, Personalized countdown calendar, Password protection for events

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One week membership | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Member | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Member | $4.99 | per month |
| One week membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| One week membership | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| one year membership | $19.99 | per year |
| one year membership | $29.99 | per year |
| one year membership | $39.99 | per year |
| one year membership | $47.99 | per year |
| one year membership | $69.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Member | $23.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $35.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $59.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $71.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $95.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Member | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimeCount free?

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

### Is Countdown free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TimeCount or Countdown?

TimeCount is rated higher. TimeCount averages 4.6 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Countdown averages 4.5 from 103 ratings.

### Do TimeCount or Countdown have ads?

Countdown shows ads; TimeCount does not.

### Which is updated more often, TimeCount or Countdown?

TimeCount ships an update weekly, and Countdown every 3 weeks. Most recently, TimeCount was updated on September 25, 2026 and Countdown on September 23, 2026.

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