# Call Widget vs Sticky Timers and Countdowns

The clearest difference is monetization model: Sticky Timers and Countdowns at free with in-app purchases against Call Widget's subscription. Sticky Timers and Countdowns also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 8 days). Call Widget's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (184 vs 51). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Call Widget sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sticky Timers and Countdowns sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Call Widget holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 184 and 51 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Call Widget's written reviews are positive against 48% of Sticky Timers and Countdowns's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Call Widget ships an update every 8 days, Sticky Timers and Countdowns daily. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Call Widget | Sticky Timers and Countdowns |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (184 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-widget-speed-dial-pro/id1545582448/reviews)** | [4.1 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-timers-and-countdowns/id6443816698/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **184** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | 45.8% of reviews | **48.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 22 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Amit Verma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219761009) | [Jordi Bruin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154986448) |

## What reviewers say

### Call Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-widget-speed-dial-pro/id1545582448)

Easily access and call your favorite contacts directly from your home screen with customizable widgets. Set up speed dial for loved ones with photos for quick and beautiful access. Supports various widget types including Dynamic Island and Lock Screen.

**Highlights:** Speed dial favorite contacts, Customizable home screen widgets, Dynamic Island and Live Activity support, Standby and Control Centre widgets, iOS LockScreen and Transparent widgets, Unlimited widget creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Call pro. | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Call pro. | $8.99 | per month |
| Call pro. | $24.99 | per year |
| Call Pro. | $39.99 | one-time |


### Sticky Timers and Countdowns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-timers-and-countdowns/id6443816698)

Display multiple custom timers directly on your lockscreen or in the dynamic island. Personalize their appearance with colors, emojis, and designs for at-a-glance tracking of various events. Offers quick restart and duplication features for efficient time management.

**Highlights:** Customizable timers, Lockscreen widgets, Dynamic Island display, Multiple timer views, Customizable designs and colors, Quick restart and duplicate timers, App shortcuts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Call Widget free?

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

### Is Sticky Timers and Countdowns free?

Sticky Timers and Countdowns is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Call Widget or Sticky Timers and Countdowns?

Call Widget is rated higher. Call Widget averages 4.3 out of 5 from 184 ratings, while Sticky Timers and Countdowns averages 4.1 from 51 ratings.

### Do Call Widget or Sticky Timers and Countdowns have ads?

Neither Call Widget nor Sticky Timers and Countdowns shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Call Widget or Sticky Timers and Countdowns?

Call Widget ships an update every 8 days, and Sticky Timers and Countdowns daily. Most recently, Call Widget was updated on October 23, 2026 and Sticky Timers and Countdowns on October 24, 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.*