WireDrop vs Widgnest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
WireDrop
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Transfer files between iOS and macOS devices via USB cable. This can be useful in situations where other means of transferring files is not possible, such as, if you have WiFi or Bluetooth disabled. This app requires the installation of a Mac companion app, compatible with macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) and later. WireDrop will appear as a standard sharing option for Photos, Videos, and other file types. As long as you have the companion app active on your Mac, and USB cable connected, you will be able to transfer the files. Files are automatically saved to your Mac's Downloads folder. For more details and instructions, visit: https://wiredrop.app
Widgnest
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Widgnest turns your Home Screen into something that's actually yours. Pick from more than 50 widgets ā clocks, calendars, weather, countdowns, notes, checklists, habit trackers, finance tickers and more ā then style them the way you like. Five themes, custom accent colours, and a library of wallpapers designed to match. Everything runs on your device. No account, no sign-up, no ads, no tracking. WIDGETS FOR EVERY PART OF YOUR DAY Time & Date ⢠Digital and analog clocks ⢠Date and calendar ⢠Year progress and ISO week number ⢠World clock across time zones ⢠Multi-countdown and days until the weekend Weather & Nature ⢠Current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecast ⢠Sunrise, sunset and golden hour ⢠UV index and air quality ⢠What to Wear, based on the hour you're actually in ⢠Weekend Planner ā Saturday and Sunday, and the best dry hours to head out ⢠Moon phase Productivity ⢠Next meeting and the day's agenda from your calendar ⢠Notes and checklists ⢠Pomodoro timer Habits & Health ⢠Habit grid and streak counters ⢠Water intake ⢠Weight tracker with a trend graph ⢠Fasting timer ⢠Mood tracker and days since Personal & Aesthetic ⢠Countdowns and anniversaries ⢠Photo frame ⢠Quote of the day and horoscope Finance ⢠Currency exchange rates and cryptocurrency prices ⢠Budget ring, subscriptions and bills due ⢠Payday countdown and salary per second Smart Utility, Social, Fun and Mindfulness ⢠Wi-Fi QR code, unit converter, bubble level, tip & split ⢠Birthday list from your contacts, together since, long-distance clock ⢠Magic 8-Ball, random picker, joke of the day ⢠Life in weeks, life progress and daily affirmations MAKE IT LOOK RIGHT ⢠Five themes: Glass, Minimal, Material, Dark Luxe and Neon ⢠Custom accent colours ⢠Adjustable panel transparency WALLPAPERS BUILT FOR WIDGETS More than 80 wallpapers, ready to save to Photos. Every one is measured rather than just labelled: filter for OLED wallpapers that hold true blacks, or widget-safe ones that stay calm exactly where your widgets sit, so your text keeps its contrast. Each wallpaper tells you which theme it looks best with. Browse by collection and keep the ones you love in Favourites. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your notes, lists, counters and settings never leave your iPhone. Widgnest has no user account and collects no analytics. Weather and finance widgets ask public services for data using nothing but coordinates or a currency symbol ā never your identity. WIDGNEST PRO A single one-time purchase unlocks every premium widget, all four premium themes and custom accent colours. No subscription, and every future widget and theme is included. Questions or ideas? Write to info@designer2.org
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WireDrop at none against Widgnest's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Widgnest sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WireDrop asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | WireDrop | Widgnest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | ā | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anton Meier | Designer2 jdoo |
In-app purchases
WireDrop
No in-app purchases
Widgnest
- Widgnest Pro$0.99









