# Consumer Reports vs Currency converter, widget

The clearest difference is ads: Consumer Reports at none against Currency converter, widget's shown. Consumer Reports also leads on ratings volume (64K vs 1.9K) and chart position (#11 vs #46). Currency converter, widget's advantage is review sentiment (52% vs 28%) and iOS requirement (11.2 vs 15.1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Consumer Reports sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month and Currency converter, widget sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Consumer Reports holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Consumer Reports has 64K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 28% of Consumer Reports's written reviews are positive against 52% of Currency converter, widget's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Consumer Reports ships an update every 2 weeks, Currency converter, widget every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Consumer Reports | Currency converter, widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (64K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/consumer-reports/id606511415/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/currency-converter-widget/id1503245694/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **64K** | 1.9K |
| Positive reviews | 27.7% of reviews | **51.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | #46 |
| Size | 98 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **11.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Consumer Reports](https://appshunter.io/developer/294945193) | [Beaverhood LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1125415391) |

## What reviewers say

### Consumer Reports

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/consumer-reports/id606511415)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

Access unbiased product reviews, ratings, and shopping guides to make informed purchasing decisions. Features include a smart advisor for product questions, tools for savings, and exclusive member deals.

**Highlights:** Product ratings and reviews, Buying guides, Bill Negotiator tool, Smart advisor for product questions, Image Scan for product comparison, Best Time to Buy tool, Exclusive member deals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CR Monthly Subscription | $10.00 | per month |
| CR Yearly Subscription | $39.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful product information
- 🚀 Convenient mobile access
- 💡 Unbiased, expert reviews
- 🤑 Potential savings on purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app performance
- 🔍 Limited product coverage
- 🤔 Outdated or incomplete information
- 🧭 Poor search and navigation
- 📱 Subpar iPad experience

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Login issues and lost credentials
- Inconsistent or missing product data

**Requested features**

- Ability to access all website content in the app
- Improved search functionality with better filtering options
- Native iPad app with optimized layout
- Integration with subscription management and account features


### Currency converter, widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/currency-converter-widget/id1503245694)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

This app offers a smart and powerful currency converter with offline functionality. It supports 140 world currencies, cryptocurrencies, and includes features like camera-based price recognition and menu translation. Online support is available 24/7.

**Highlights:** Offline currency conversion, 140+ world currencies, Cryptocurrency support, Camera price recognition, Camera menu translation, Multi-language translation

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month premium | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Month premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Currency converter dollar rate | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Year premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Currency converter - widget | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Currency converter - widget | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Exchange rates calculator USD | $24.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium forever | $11.99 | one-time |
| Premium forever | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Quick currency conversion
- 🚀 Accurate exchange rates
- 💡 Useful for international travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🔍 Exchange rates not always up-to-date
- 🔍 Conversion issues in certain countries
- 🔍 Poor communication about cancellation

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes reported
- Incorrect currency conversion

**Requested features**

- Add widget support
- Improve exchange rate accuracy
- Offer one-time purchase option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Consumer Reports free?

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

### Is Currency converter, widget free?

Currency converter, widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Consumer Reports or Currency converter, widget?

Consumer Reports is rated higher. Consumer Reports averages 4.8 out of 5 from 64K ratings, while Currency converter, widget averages 4.6 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Consumer Reports or Currency converter, widget have ads?

Currency converter, widget shows ads; Consumer Reports does not.

### Which is updated more often, Consumer Reports or Currency converter, widget?

Consumer Reports ships an update every 2 weeks, and Currency converter, widget every 3 weeks. Most recently, Consumer Reports was updated on October 21, 2026 and Currency converter, widget on October 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Consumer Reports or Currency converter, widget?

Consumer Reports currently peaks at #11 in the App Store charts, and Currency converter, widget at #46. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*