Comparison

Countdown vs Countdown Widget

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Countdown

Features
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Countdown - Widget Reminder App is a super easy to use countdown timer and reminder for the important events & dates in your life. Features: - Notification can be set to remember a event - Gorgeous, colorful widgets - An unlimited number of timers ----- Countdown Pro is available with a monthly or annual subscription. You can subscribe and pay through your Apple account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renew may be turned off after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.zhihuke.com/countdown/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.zhihuke.com/countdown/privacy.html

About

Countdown Widget

Easily track important dates with customizable countdowns. See days remaining for events, birthdays, and goals directly on your home screen or lock screen. Get reminders so you never miss a special occasion.

Highlights
  • Personalized countdown events
  • Home screen widgets
  • Live Activities on Lock Screen
  • Notifications and reminders
  • Apple Watch app
  • iCloud sync
Features
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Countdown Widget is the easiest way to track the days until your most important dates. Whether you are counting down to a birthday, anniversary, vacation, graduation, or any special event, this day counter keeps you organized and excited for what is coming next. From personal milestones to work deadlines, Countdown Widget helps you see exactly how many days are left until every event that matters. You can also count up to see the days since a past event, making it perfect as a day counter and event tracker all in one. Key Features: - Personalized Countdown Events: Create unlimited countdowns, each with custom names, dates, and unique icons. Organize your events with Tags to keep everything tidy. - Home Screen Widgets: Add beautiful countdown widgets directly to your Home Screen so your upcoming events are always visible at a glance, without opening the app. - Live Activities: Keep your countdown running in real time on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Perfect for tracking events as they approach, second by second. - Notifications and Reminders: Set alerts to notify you when an event is getting close, so you never miss a birthday, anniversary, or important deadline. - Flexible Display Options: Choose from multiple views and formats to see your countdowns the way you prefer, making it easier than ever to stay organized. - Apple Watch App: View your countdowns right from your wrist. The Apple Watch companion includes widgets and complications so your most important dates are always within reach. - iCloud Sync: Keep your countdowns perfectly synced across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. No matter which device you use, your events are always up to date. - Intuitive and Elegant Design: Enjoy a clean, user-friendly interface that makes managing your countdowns simple and enjoyable. - Privacy First: Your privacy matters. Countdown Widget does not collect your personal information or track you in any way. Counting down to your special events should be fun, not a reason to worry about data privacy. Download Countdown Widget today and start counting down to every moment that matters. The free version of Countdown Widget allows you to create one countdown. Upgrade to Countdown Widget Pro to unlock unlimited countdowns and access every feature the app has to offer. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://countdown-widget.app/privacy/

Screenshots

Countdown3 screens
Countdown Widget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Countdown Widget at monthly against Countdown's every 7 months. Countdown Widget also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Countdown sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Countdown Widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Countdown ships an update every 7 months, Countdown Widget monthly. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Countdown versus Countdown Widget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCountdownCountdown Widget
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (61 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—68.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—61 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杏娣 吴Simone Montalto

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Countdown

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock Countdown Pro$0.991 Month
  • Unlock Countdown Pro7 Days trial$3.991 Year
1 purchases

Countdown Widget

One-time1
  • Countdown Widget Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Countdown free?
Countdown is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countdown Widget free?
Countdown Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Countdown or Countdown Widget have ads?
Neither Countdown nor Countdown Widget shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Countdown or Countdown Widget?
Countdown ships an update every 7 months, and Countdown Widget monthly. Most recently, Countdown was updated on September 21, 2026 and Countdown Widget on September 21, 2026.

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