Comparison

Count® 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

Count®

Features
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Standalone independent iWatch app Countdown or up in days for any events: birthday, party, vacation, holiday, graduation, anniversary, ceremony, new year, etc. Different color (blue vs red) for countdown and count up. Easy to add events with title and date, Easy to modify event. Easy to delete event by swap to left side.

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

Count®4 screens
Countdown Widget4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Countdown Widget at Free against Count®'s $9.99. Count®'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads, device support 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

Countdown Widget is free to download; Count® costs $9.99 up front. Countdown Widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Count® asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Count® versus Countdown Widget: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCount®Countdown Widget
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (61 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—68.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—61 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, Mac, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRuizheng LiuSimone Montalto

In-app purchases

None

Count®

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Countdown Widget

One-time1
  • Countdown Widget Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Count® free?
Count® costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Countdown Widget free?
Countdown Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Count® or Countdown Widget have ads?
Neither Count® nor Countdown Widget shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Count® or Countdown Widget?
Count® ships an update monthly, and Countdown Widget monthly. Most recently, Count® was updated on September 24, 2026 and Countdown Widget on October 1, 2026.

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