# iSetting vs CountX

The clearest difference is ads: iSetting at none against CountX's shown. iSetting also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iSetting sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.69 per month and CountX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for iSetting against 4.8 for CountX. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 81 and 85 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of iSetting's written reviews are positive against 100% of CountX's.

## The numbers

| Metric | iSetting | CountX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isetting-lock-app-and-hide-app/id6689512927/reviews) | **[4.8 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countx-countdown-and-reminders/id6743341927/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 81 | **85** |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [巨 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551465301) | [Shaffans Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793082923) |

## What reviewers say

### iSetting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isetting-lock-app-and-hide-app/id6689512927)

Manage device usage and protect privacy with app locking, hiding, and geofencing features. Control app installations, in-app purchases, and website access. Offers a disguised interface for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** Lock and hide specific apps, Geofencing for automatic app control, Time-based app locking, Restrict app installation and purchases, Block specific websites, Disguised calculator interface, Cross-device data sync

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.69 | per month |
| Yearly | $1.49 | per year |
| Lifetime(Progress) | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime Discount | $2.49 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


### CountX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countx-countdown-and-reminders/id6743341927)

Track important events like birthdays and deadlines with customizable widgets for your Home, Lock, and StandBy screens. Set up recurring countdowns, import from your existing calendar, and receive real-time notifications. Personalize your countdowns with custom themes and icons for a stylish and distraction-free experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable widgets for Home, Lock, and StandBy screens, Smart event creation with repeat options, Import events from Calendar & Reminders, Real-time notifications, Custom themes and icons, Minimalist design

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium Access for Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iSetting free?

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

### Is CountX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iSetting or CountX?

CountX is rated higher. iSetting averages 4.8 out of 5 from 81 ratings, while CountX averages 4.8 from 85 ratings.

### Do iSetting or CountX have ads?

CountX shows ads; iSetting does not.

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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.*