# Countdown  ‎ vs Sun Tan City

The clearest difference is rating: Sun Tan City at 4.5 against Countdown  ‎'s 3.8. Sun Tan City also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Countdown  ‎'s advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 22%). On price, ratings volume, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown  ‎ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 3 months. Sun Tan City asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sun Tan City holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 12K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Countdown  ‎'s written reviews are positive against 22% of Sun Tan City's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Countdown  ‎ ships an update every 2 months, Sun Tan City every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown  ‎ | Sun Tan City |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown/id424216726/reviews) | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sun-tan-city/id888523615/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **61.0% of reviews** | 21.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 76 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sevenlogics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/346249545) | [STC MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/941802937) |

## 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


### Sun Tan City

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sun-tan-city/id888523615)

Streamline your salon experience by checking in before you arrive to secure your spot. Browse available services, manage your membership, and access exclusive specials. This app makes getting your glow easier than ever.

**Highlights:** Pre-arrival check-in, View wait times, Purchase memberships and specials, Manage account details, Review visit history, Digital scan card, Live chat support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient check-in
- 📱 User-friendly interface
- 💳 Manage account details
- 🎁 Exclusive deals/promos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes/freezes
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate
- 🕰️ Inaccurate wait times
- 🔑 Login/password issues
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel/freeze account

**Reported bugs**

- White screen on launch
- Inconsistent login functionality
- Inability to complete transactions

**Requested features**

- Display past visit history
- Show location hours and details
- Streamline check-in process
- Improve account management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown  ‎ free?

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

### Is Sun Tan City free?

Sun Tan City is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Countdown  ‎ or Sun Tan City?

Sun Tan City is rated higher. Countdown  ‎ averages 3.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Sun Tan City averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do Countdown  ‎ or Sun Tan City have ads?

Countdown  ‎ shows ads; Sun Tan City does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown  ‎ or Sun Tan City?

Countdown  ‎ ships an update every 2 months, and Sun Tan City every 2 weeks. Most recently, Countdown  ‎ was updated on October 19, 2026 and Sun Tan City on October 20, 2026.

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