# StandBy Mode 17 vs Homescreen

The clearest difference is rating: Homescreen at 4.5 against StandBy Mode 17's 1.0. Homescreen also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (25 vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StandBy Mode 17 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Homescreen asks for nothing beyond the download.

Homescreen holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Homescreen has 25 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | StandBy Mode 17 | Homescreen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-mode-17/id6469692492/reviews) | **[4.5 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homescreen-standby-widgets/id6480345291/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **25** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 5 MB | 466 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The AppKnight](https://appshunter.io/developer/977944666) | [Tarun Vaghela](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721519868) |

## What reviewers say

### StandBy Mode 17

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/standby-mode-17/id6469692492)

This app provides unlimited full-screen widgets for your device while it's charging, transforming it into a bedside clock with customizable themes and upcoming event information. It's designed to enhance your charging experience with interactive widgets and unique styling options.

**Highlights:** Unlimited StandBy event widgets, Free widgets for Home Screen and StandBy mode, Interactive widgets for iPhone, Customizable StandBy themes, Upcoming events information on charging screen

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $5.99 | one-time |


### Homescreen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homescreen-standby-widgets/id6480345291)

Enhance your device's home and standby screens with customizable widgets. Add animated displays, photo albums, music controls, and essential information like weather and calendar events. Personalize colors, sizes, and layouts for a unique user experience.

**Highlights:** Animated charging display widgets, Customizable photo album widgets, Interactive music control widgets, Lock screen and standby information widgets, Customizable clock and calendar widgets, Full home screen and standby customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StandBy Mode 17 free?

StandBy Mode 17 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Homescreen free?

Homescreen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, StandBy Mode 17 or Homescreen?

Homescreen is rated higher. StandBy Mode 17 averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Homescreen averages 4.5 from 25 ratings.

### Do StandBy Mode 17 or Homescreen have ads?

Both StandBy Mode 17 and Homescreen show ads.

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