# Countdown vs Clock Widgets in Standby Mode

The clearest difference is ads: Countdown at none against Clock Widgets in Standby Mode's shown. Countdown also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Clock Widgets in Standby Mode's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Clock Widgets in Standby Mode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown ships an update weekly, Clock Widgets in Standby Mode every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown | Clock Widgets in Standby Mode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.2 (141 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clock-widgets-in-standby-mode/id1556804550/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **141** |
| Positive reviews | — | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [轩 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477817138) | [云云 唐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443085254) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-days-matter/id1535302310)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Subscription one month | $9.99 | per month |
| Subscription one Year | $29.99 | per year |


### Clock Widgets in Standby Mode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clock-widgets-in-standby-mode/id1556804550)

Display a real-time digital clock on your mobile device's desktop and lock screen. This app offers second-by-second updates, multiple theme styles, and an hourly chime with a human voice. It can show the time on your home screen, lock screen, dynamic island, and standby screen.

**Highlights:** Real-time digital clock display, Second-by-second updates, Multiple theme styles, Hourly chime with human voice, Home screen, lock screen, dynamic island, standby screen display

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Professional Version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and practical
- 👍 Good price for pro
- 👍 Digital clock with seconds
- 👍 Visually appealing
- 👍 Customizable options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working on standby
- 🐛 Deceptive description
- 🐛 Lacking features in pro
- 🐛 Limited customization options
- 🐛 Typo on home screen

**Reported bugs**

- App not working on standby
- Contradictory time announcement (e.g., 6 AM/PM)
- App not working on some phones
- Lock screen widget display issues (iOS 18)
- Time display too small on lock screen

**Requested features**

- Add font customization options
- More color selection variety (slide, RGB)
- More date styles below time
- More variety of styles for pro version
- Add male voice options for time announcement


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown free?

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

### Is Clock Widgets in Standby Mode free?

Clock Widgets in Standby Mode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Countdown or Clock Widgets in Standby Mode have ads?

Clock Widgets in Standby Mode shows ads; Countdown does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown or Clock Widgets in Standby Mode?

Countdown ships an update weekly, and Clock Widgets in Standby Mode every 2 months. Most recently, Countdown was updated on November 7, 2026 and Clock Widgets in Standby Mode on November 7, 2026.

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