# Widget Custom HomeScreen vs StandBy Mode 17

The clearest difference is rating: Widget Custom HomeScreen at 4.1 against StandBy Mode 17's 1.0. Widget Custom HomeScreen also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). StandBy Mode 17's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Widget Custom HomeScreen sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and StandBy Mode 17 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Widget Custom HomeScreen holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Widget Custom HomeScreen has 2.8K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Widget Custom HomeScreen | StandBy Mode 17 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-custom-homescreen/id1550940348/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-mode-17/id6469692492/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 26.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 214 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GREEN DYGITAL CONSULTING LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482111344) | [The AppKnight](https://appshunter.io/developer/977944666) |

## What reviewers say

### Widget Custom HomeScreen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widget-custom-homescreen/id1550940348)

Personalize your iPhone or iPad with custom themes, icons, and widgets. Transform your home screen with aesthetic wallpapers and unique styles. Integrates with the Health app for fitness tracking widgets.

**Highlights:** Customizable widgets (small, medium, large), Icon packs for custom shortcuts, Themed colors, fonts, and styles, 500+ 4K & HD Live wallpapers, Health app integration for fitness widgets, Step-by-step guides for setup

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Widget CustomHomeScreen:weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Widget Custom HomeScreen: PRO | $9.99 | per month |
| Widget | $29.99 | per year |
| Buy any one theme or icon pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Widget App Lifetime Offer | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Customizable widgets
- 👍 Aesthetic options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for most features
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🤔 Limited free options

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not saving properly
- App icons not working as expected
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- More free widget options
- Improved organization and search
- Halloween and Christmas themed widgets


### StandBy Mode 17

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-mode-17/id6469692492)

This app provides unlimited full-screen widgets for your device while it's charging, transforming it into a bedside clock with customizable themes and upcoming event information. It's designed to enhance your charging experience with interactive widgets and unique styling options.

**Highlights:** Unlimited StandBy event widgets, Free widgets for Home Screen and StandBy mode, Interactive widgets for iPhone, Customizable StandBy themes, Upcoming events information on charging screen

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Widget Custom HomeScreen free?

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

### Is StandBy Mode 17 free?

StandBy Mode 17 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Widget Custom HomeScreen or StandBy Mode 17?

Widget Custom HomeScreen is rated higher. Widget Custom HomeScreen averages 4.1 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while StandBy Mode 17 averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Widget Custom HomeScreen or StandBy Mode 17 have ads?

Both Widget Custom HomeScreen and StandBy Mode 17 show ads.

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