# Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) vs Days Countdown

The clearest difference is ads: Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) at none against Days Countdown's shown. Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 15 months) and ratings volume (4.2K vs 69). Days Countdown's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 64%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Days Countdown sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) has 4.2K ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Countdown+ Calendar (Lite)'s written reviews are positive against 77% of Days Countdown's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) ships an update fortnightly, Days Countdown every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) | Days Countdown |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-plus-calendar-lite/id566237798/reviews)** | [4.6 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/days-countdown-date-reminder/id1550429416/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.2K** | 69 |
| Positive reviews | 63.7% of reviews | **76.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 15 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apps Beyond](https://appshunter.io/developer/566232887) | [云云 唐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443085254) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown+ Calendar (Lite)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-plus-calendar-lite/id566237798)

Easily track upcoming events with customizable countdown timers. Set reminders, sync with your device and social media calendars, and add personal touches like images and filters. Never miss a birthday, holiday, or special occasion again.

**Highlights:** Unlimited event countdown timers, Device and Facebook event syncing, Holiday calendars from various countries, Smart reminder alarms, Customizable timer display and units, Image assignment with Instagram filters, Event sharing and collaboration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pattern Pack 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extra backgrounds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Celebration Time! Image Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Feel The Rhythm Image Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Let's Travel Image Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| National Holidays Image Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Summer Holiday Image Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pattern Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pattern Pack 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💫 Great countdown app
- 🎨 Customizable with photos
- 📆 Integrates with calendar
- 🔔 Helpful reminders
- 🎉 Exciting for upcoming events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Login/account issues
- 🚫 Lack of updates/support
- 💰 Paywall for features
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Difficult to use/navigate

**Reported bugs**

- Countdown display issues
- Events disappearing/not saving
- Crashes on launch
- Sync/login problems

**Requested features**

- Add widget support
- Improve sync/backup functionality
- Expand customization options
- Provide better customer support


### Days Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/days-countdown-date-reminder/id1550429416)

Track important dates and events with a customizable countdown. Set reminders for specific days before an event and share your countdowns with others. The app allows for recurring events and multiple countdowns.

**Highlights:** Unlimited event creation, Countdown to or from a date, Repeat events weekly, monthly, yearly, Customizable event reminders, Share countdowns with friends

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) free?

Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Days Countdown free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) or Days Countdown?

Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) is rated higher. Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.2K ratings, while Days Countdown averages 4.6 from 69 ratings.

### Do Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) or Days Countdown have ads?

Days Countdown shows ads; Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) or Days Countdown?

Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) ships an update fortnightly, and Days Countdown every 15 months. Most recently, Countdown+ Calendar (Lite) was updated on October 15, 2026 and Days Countdown on October 16, 2026.

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