# WidgetArt vs WidgetCat

The clearest difference is monetization model: WidgetCat at freemium against WidgetArt's subscription. WidgetCat also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). WidgetArt's advantage is ratings volume (50 vs 2). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WidgetArt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per year and WidgetCat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WidgetCat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WidgetArt has 50 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

WidgetArt ships an update every 5 weeks, WidgetCat weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WidgetArt | WidgetCat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgetartcustom-widget/id1539097448/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgetcat-widgets-and-clock/id1563244756/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **50** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 88.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 103 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 14.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [子恒 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470560915) | [增兴 邢](https://appshunter.io/developer/1232534864) |

## What reviewers say

### WidgetArt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgetartcustom-widget/id1539097448)

Personalize your iPhone's home screen with a collection of stylish and customizable widgets. Choose from time, photo, calendar, and text options to create a unique look.

**Highlights:** Customizable widgets, Time widgets, Photo widgets, Calendar widgets, Text widgets, Home screen personalization, HealthKit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium | $4.49 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $6.99 | one-time |


### WidgetCat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgetcat-widgets-and-clock/id1563244756)

Customize your device with a variety of stylish widgets, including clocks, weather, and health data. Enjoy automatic dark and light mode switching and dynamic clock displays. Integrates with Apple Health to show your steps.

**Highlights:** 42+ stylish widget designs, Automatic dark/light mode, Dynamic digital and analog clocks, Weather and air quality display, Sunrise/sunset times, Apple Health step integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annually | $3.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WidgetArt free?

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

### Is WidgetCat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WidgetArt or WidgetCat?

WidgetCat is rated higher. WidgetArt averages 4.8 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while WidgetCat averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do WidgetArt or WidgetCat have ads?

Neither WidgetArt nor WidgetCat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WidgetArt or WidgetCat?

WidgetArt ships an update every 5 weeks, and WidgetCat weekly. Most recently, WidgetArt was updated on October 21, 2026 and WidgetCat on October 5, 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.*