# Countdown  ‎ vs Sober Time

The clearest difference is rating: Sober Time at 4.9 against Countdown  ‎'s 3.8. Sober Time also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 61%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown  ‎ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 3 months and Sober Time sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sober Time holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 43K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Countdown  ‎'s written reviews are positive against 85% of Sober Time's.

Countdown  ‎ ships an update every 2 months, Sober Time every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown  ‎ | Sober Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id424216726/reviews) | **[4.9 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sober-time-sobriety-counter/id1158895079/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **43K** |
| Positive reviews | 61.0% of reviews | **84.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 76 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sevenlogics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/346249545) | [Sociosoftware LLC (Apps)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1158895078) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown  ‎

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id424216726)

Visually track upcoming events with customizable countdowns. Set timers for vacations, concerts, or anniversaries using your own photos, music, and phrases. Share your progress with friends and family.

**Highlights:** iOS 16 Lock Screen Widgets, Home Screen Widgets, Customizable Background Photos, Personalized Music & Fonts, Calendar Event Integration, Count Up from Past Events, Event Reminders

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdown Premium - 3 Months | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Countdown Premium - Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Backgrounds I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Backgrounds I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💖 Countdown app with customization
- 🎨 Ability to use own photos
- ⏱️ Counts down in various units
- 🎉 Exciting for upcoming events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Resets countdown settings
- 📱 Widget not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening
- Countdown not displaying correctly
- Widget not loading properly
- Purchased premium features not working

**Requested features**

- Ability to have multiple countdowns
- Option to repeat countdown events
- Countdown widget on home screen
- Improved sharing capabilities


### Sober Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sober-time-sobriety-counter/id1158895079)

Track multiple addictions, set personal goals, and receive daily motivation. Connect with a supportive community forum and visualize your progress with customizable timers and statistics. Personalize your experience with unique backgrounds and themes.

**Highlights:** Track multiple addictions, Customizable goals, Daily motivational messages, Sober community forum, Personalized addiction tracking, Relapse tracking, Money saved tracker

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Helps track sobriety progress
- 📊 Provides detailed statistics and milestones
- 🙏 Offers motivational quotes and support
- 💰 Tracks money saved from not using
- 🤝 Connects with a supportive community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads, especially for gambling
- 🚫 Limits on free features like journaling
- 🔁 Resets progress when reinstalling app

**Reported bugs**

- Login/account issues after device changes
- Inconsistent notification and reminder functionality

**Requested features**

- More customization options for widgets and displays
- Ability to track progress in more granular units
- Integration with other recovery apps and services
- Improved ad-free experience for premium users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown  ‎ free?

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

### Is Sober Time free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Countdown  ‎ or Sober Time?

Sober Time is rated higher. Countdown  ‎ averages 3.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Sober Time averages 4.9 from 43K ratings.

### Do Countdown  ‎ or Sober Time have ads?

Both Countdown  ‎ and Sober Time show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown  ‎ or Sober Time?

Countdown  ‎ ships an update every 2 months, and Sober Time every 2 weeks. Most recently, Countdown  ‎ was updated on November 3, 2026 and Sober Time on November 3, 2026.

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