Comparison

Kabin vs Countdown to Japan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Kabin

This travel brand offers hotels designed for everyday travelers. Manage your reservations, complete online check-in, and order add-ons for your stay directly through the app. Explore your destination with ease.

Highlights
  • Online check-in
  • Room access
  • Reservation management
  • Order add-ons
  • Explore destinations
Features
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You like Japan? We like Japan. Kabin is a new type of travel brand creating hotels for everyday travelers. With Kabin Crew, finish online check-in and go straight to your room, manage your reservation, order add-ons for your stay. Go out and explore IRL.

About

Countdown to Japan

Features
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Turn your Japan travel dreams into daily inspiration! Planning your adventure to the Land of the Rising Sun? Make every day until departure special with Countdown to Japan - the most beautiful and feature-rich travel countdown app designed specifically for Japan enthusiasts. BEAUTIFUL JAPAN IMAGERY Stunning high-resolution photos of iconic Japanese landscapes Authentic scenes from Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and beyond Premium image packs featuring temples, cityscapes, and natural wonders Tap to change backgrounds and keep your countdown fresh PRECISION COUNTDOWN Exact countdown to your departure date and time Days, hours, minutes, and seconds display Customizable flight information with airline and flight number Widget support for your iPhone home screen TRAVEL PLANNING FEATURES Share your travel details with family and friends Export calendar invites with your departure information Easy date and time selection with intuitive interface Flight information storage for quick reference SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE iOS Widget for constant countdown visibility Smooth, responsive interface designed for daily use Dark mode support for comfortable viewing Optimized for all iPhone sizes PERFECT FOR: First-time Japan travelers building excitement Return visitors planning their next adventure Travel couples coordinating trip details Anyone who loves Japanese culture and aesthetics PREMIUM IMAGE COLLECTIONS: Unlock exclusive photo collections featuring: Urban Tokyo & Osaka cityscapes Serene temples and traditional shrines Breathtaking Mount Fuji and natural landscapes Transform waiting into wonderful anticipation. Download Countdown to Japan and make every day before your trip a celebration of the adventure ahead!

Screenshots

Kabin4 screens
Countdown to Japan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Kabin at Free against Countdown to Japan's $2.99. Kabin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). On ads and device support 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

Kabin is free to download; Countdown to Japan costs $2.99 up front. Countdown to Japan sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Kabin asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kabin ships an update every 3 weeks, Countdown to Japan every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Kabin versus Countdown to Japan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKabinCountdown to Japan
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating1.8 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWayfarer K.K.Multi Cloud Services, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Kabin

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Countdown to Japan

One-time3
  • City Views Image Pack$1.99
  • Landscapes Image Pack$1.99
  • Temples & Shrines Image Pack$1.99

Questions

Is Kabin free?
Kabin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Countdown to Japan free?
Countdown to Japan costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Kabin or Countdown to Japan have ads?
Neither Kabin nor Countdown to Japan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kabin or Countdown to Japan?
Kabin ships an update every 3 weeks, and Countdown to Japan every 12 months. Most recently, Kabin was updated on November 7, 2026 and Countdown to Japan on November 4, 2026.

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