# Countdown vs Kids Timer by Kiddo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kids Timer by Kiddo at none against Countdown's 18. Kids Timer by Kiddo also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). Countdown's advantage is ratings volume (3K vs 78). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Kids Timer by Kiddo asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Countdown against 4.7 for Kids Timer by Kiddo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown has 3K ratings behind it against 78, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Countdown's written reviews are positive against 75% of Kids Timer by Kiddo's.

Countdown ships an update every 10 days, Kids Timer by Kiddo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown | Kids Timer by Kiddo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-pretty-progress/id1597616326/reviews) | [4.7 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-timer-by-kiddo/id1665876057/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3K** | 78 |
| Positive reviews | **81.6% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 183 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [keinois OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597616328) | [oWorld Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/291192797) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-pretty-progress/id1597616326)

Visually track important dates and goals with customizable widgets for your Home Screen and Lock Screen. Set up countdowns and count-ups for personal milestones, habits, or deadlines. Sync across devices and receive timely notifications.

**Highlights:** Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, Count up and down timers, Recurrent event tracking, Calendar and Reminders synchronization, Customizable designs and templates, iCloud synchronization, Notifications for key dates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $2.99 | per month |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $5.99 | per year |
| Unlimited access | $8.99 | per year |
| Pretty Progress Pro (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Pretty Progress Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Pretty Progress Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Lifetime) | $34.99 | one-time |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Lifetime) | $49.99 | one-time |
| Pretty Progress PRO (Lifetime) | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Handy and useful app
- 🚀 Helpful for tracking goals and projects
- 💡 Great customization options
- 👍 Sleek and visually appealing design
- 👍 Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 💰 Paid features can be expensive for some users
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches reported
- 🔒 Restricted customization options without paying

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for some users
- Widgets not updating in real-time as expected
- Countdown data resetting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- More customization options for widgets
- Ability to track non-time-based progress
- Improved recurring event management
- Notification/alarm feature when countdown ends
- Wider range of color and font options


### Kids Timer by Kiddo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-timer-by-kiddo/id1665876057)

This app helps parents establish consistent routines for their children, providing a sense of security and independence. It visually displays remaining time for activities, reducing meltdowns and fostering autonomy. The tool is designed to simplify and reinforce daily schedules for young ones.

**Highlights:** Define child routines, Visual time remaining display, Promotes child autonomy, Reduces activity transition meltdowns, Supports consistent scheduling

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown free?

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

### Is Kids Timer by Kiddo free?

Kids Timer by Kiddo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Countdown or Kids Timer by Kiddo?

Countdown and Kids Timer by Kiddo are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3K and 78 ratings respectively.

### Do Countdown or Kids Timer by Kiddo have ads?

Neither Countdown nor Kids Timer by Kiddo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown or Kids Timer by Kiddo?

Countdown ships an update every 10 days, and Kids Timer by Kiddo fortnightly. Most recently, Countdown was updated on September 25, 2026 and Kids Timer by Kiddo on September 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.*