# Widgets Maker vs Widgets SD

The clearest difference is update cadence: Widgets Maker at every 11 days against Widgets SD's every 2 months. Widgets Maker also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). Widgets SD's advantage is review sentiment (53% vs 28%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Widgets Maker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Widgets SD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Widgets Maker against 4.4 for Widgets SD. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 220 and 470 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of Widgets Maker's written reviews are positive against 53% of Widgets SD's.

Widgets Maker ships an update every 11 days, Widgets SD every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Widgets Maker | Widgets SD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (220 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-maker/id1532728121/reviews) | **[4.4 (470 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-sd-photo-and-calendar/id1533190034/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 220 | **470** |
| Positive reviews | 28.1% of reviews | **52.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [开学 唐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529578685) | [Daisuke Suzuki](https://appshunter.io/developer/436982889) |

## What reviewers say

### Widgets Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-maker/id1532728121)

Create personalized widgets for your iOS home screen with custom styles, fonts, themes, and background images. Easily set up exclusive widgets in just three steps. Unlock unlimited access to all Pro functions with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Dozens of custom widget styles, Create personalized widgets, Modify fonts, theme colors, and backgrounds, Simple and fast setup (3 steps), Unlimited access to Pro functions (subscription)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Widgets Maker PRO | $1.49 | per month |
| Widget Style A Series | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget Style B Series | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget Style C Series | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget Style D Series | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget Style F Series | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget Style E Series | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Cute design
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Customizable widgets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- ⏱️ Time/battery display issues
- 💰 Too many paid features

**Reported bugs**

- Widget display issues
- Time and battery not updating correctly
- Crashes on certain actions

**Requested features**

- More free widgets
- Ability to create custom widgets
- Improved time and battery accuracy


### Widgets SD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-sd-photo-and-calendar/id1533190034)

Enhance your home screen with customizable widgets for photos, calendars, and health tracking. Display your favorite memories, upcoming events, and daily step counts with seamless integration.

**Highlights:** Step Count widget with Apple Health integration, Photo and Slideshow widgets, Countdown widget, Calendar widget, Memo widget, Customizable font and background images

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro version | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Customizable widgets
- 🚀 Simple and efficient
- ✨ Stylish and visually appealing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Widgets not working after OS update
- 🔧 Difficult to configure initially
- 💰 Too many paid features
- 📢 Intrusive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets disappearing after update
- Memo content not saving properly
- Slideshow feature not working
- Widgets not aligning properly with wallpaper

**Requested features**

- Option to remove 'Widgets SD' label
- More digital clock widget designs
- Ability to sync across devices
- Customizable widget guide lines


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Widgets Maker free?

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

### Is Widgets SD free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Widgets Maker or Widgets SD?

Widgets SD is rated higher. Widgets Maker averages 4.3 out of 5 from 220 ratings, while Widgets SD averages 4.4 from 470 ratings.

### Do Widgets Maker or Widgets SD have ads?

Both Widgets Maker and Widgets SD show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Widgets Maker or Widgets SD?

Widgets Maker ships an update every 11 days, and Widgets SD every 2 months. Most recently, Widgets Maker was updated on October 27, 2026 and Widgets SD on October 27, 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.*