# Countdown  ™ vs Countdown Widget Timer Counter

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Countdown Widget Timer Counter at 100% against Countdown  ™'s 42%. Countdown Widget Timer Counter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Countdown  ™'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown  ™ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days and Countdown Widget Timer Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown  ™ ships an update every 4 days, Countdown Widget Timer Counter every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown  ™ | Countdown Widget Timer Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id1567017151/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **180** | — |
| Positive reviews | 42.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 118 MB | 280 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MatechMobile Software JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567017153) | [SENA GUELER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726164553) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown  ™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id1567017151)

Create custom countdown widgets for your home screen to track important events. Personalize with photos, themes, and preset designs. Receive smart reminders so you never miss a moment.

**Highlights:** Customizable home screen widgets, Preset event designs, Personalize with photos and themes, Smart event reminders, Easy event sharing, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Week | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| Premium month | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium year | $3.99 | per year |
| Countdown Pro lifetime | $1.99 | one-time |


### Countdown Widget Timer Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-widget-timer-counter/id6476195427)

Easily track important dates with customizable timers and home/lock screen widgets. Personalize your countdowns with unique backgrounds and share your excitement with friends and family.

**Highlights:** Customizable event countdowns, Stunning background options, Instant home and lock screen widgets, Countdown in days, hours, minutes, seconds, Easy event sharing, Visually appealing card view

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Background Image | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown  ™ free?

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

### Is Countdown Widget Timer Counter free?

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

### Do Countdown  ™ or Countdown Widget Timer Counter have ads?

Countdown  ™ shows ads; Countdown Widget Timer Counter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown  ™ or Countdown Widget Timer Counter?

Countdown  ™ ships an update every 4 days, and Countdown Widget Timer Counter every 2 weeks. Most recently, Countdown  ™ was updated on September 1, 2026 and Countdown Widget Timer Counter on June 1, 2026.

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