Comparison

WidgetMate vs Expiry Date Tracker

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

Head to head
About

WidgetMate

Enhance your iPhone with customizable widgets for both your lock and home screens. Display essential information, quick access tools, and motivational quotes. Access a collection of unique wallpapers to personalize your device.

Highlights
  • Customizable lock screen widgets
  • Home screen widgets
  • Lost phone contact information widget
  • System status widgets (battery, storage)
  • Countdown timers
  • Motivational quotes widget
  • Exclusive wallpapers
Features
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Make your iPhone smarter, stylish, and more personal with Widgetmate: Home & Lock Screen! Discover powerful lock screen & home screen widgets plus stunning wallpapers — all in one app. Lock Screen Widgets (7 in 1) - Lost Phone Widget – Show your email & phone number so a finder can easily reach you. - Single Digit Widget – Minimal circular numbers for a clean lock screen look. - System Widget – Keep track of storage, RAM, and battery in real time. - Quick Call Widget – One-tap access to call your chosen number instantly. - Countdown Widget – Never miss important dates with circular or rectangular countdowns. - To-Do List Widget – Stay productive with up to 3 quick notes shown right on your lock screen. - Quotes Widget – Display your favorite motivational or personal quotes every time you unlock. Home Screen Widget Add your name, phone, and email so if your phone is lost, the finder can easily contact you. Wallpapers Transform your device with exclusive, high-quality wallpapers: - Dynamic Island wallpapers that perfectly fit your device. - Liquid Glass & Depth effects for a 3D feel. - Paired designs for a stylish, unique lock & home screen combo. Whether you want to stay productive, keep your phone safe, or personalize your iPhone with stunning wallpapers, Widgetmate: Home & Screen is your all-in-one solution. Subscription Pricing, Policy & Terms: - Weekly Plan - $3.99/per week - Yearly Plan- $14.99/per year - Lifetime Access - $19.99 - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 - hours before the end of the current period. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.righttracksit.com/widget/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.righttracksit.com/widget/terms

About

Expiry Date Tracker

This app helps you manage expiration dates for various items like food, medication, and cosmetics. It uses OCR to automatically detect dates from labels and provides smart notifications to prevent waste and ensure timely use.

Highlights
  • OCR date recognition
  • Customizable reminders
  • Pill reminder functionality
  • Home inventory organization
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Offline capability
  • Widget support
Features
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ExpiresBy is a privacy-first expiry tracker that helps you manage expiration dates for food, drinks, medications, cosmetics, supplements, household items, and more. Using advanced OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology and smart notifications, it is your personal assistant for tracking shelf life and best before dates across your pantry, fridge, medicine cabinet, and entire home inventory. Whether you need a pill reminder for daily medication, want to organize your groceries, or simply want to reduce food waste, ExpiresBy delivers a seamless experience with powerful features. Smart Expiry Date Recognition - Instant Date Detection: Simply take a photo of any product label and let AI-powered OCR automatically detect expiration dates - Batch and Lot Tracking: Automatically extracts batch numbers and lot codes for better organization and inventory management - Multiple Date Formats: Recognizes various date formats from around the world, including best before, use by, and sell by dates Intuitive Pantry and Fridge Organization - Custom Categories: Organize items by Food, Medication, Cosmetics, Supplements, or create your own custom categories - Location Tracking: Attach a location like Fridge, Freezer, Pantry, Bathroom, or any custom location you define - Visual Home Inventory: Add photos to easily identify your items at a glance and keep your groceries organized - Smart Filtering: View all items, expiring soon, overdue, or filter by category for quick access Intelligent Notifications and Pill Reminders - Customizable Reminders: Set alerts days, weeks, or months before an expiration date passes - Medication and Pill Reminder: Never miss a dose or let medicine expire with dedicated pill reminder notifications - Smart Scheduling: Configurable notification times that work with your daily schedule - Urgency Indicators: Color-coded system shows what needs attention first so nothing goes to waste Seamless iCloud Sync - Cross-Device Access: Keep your inventory synced across all your Apple devices effortlessly - Privacy-First: All data stays in your personal iCloud, with no third-party servers involved - Offline Capable: Works perfectly without an internet connection for on-the-go tracking - Secure Backup: Never lose your data with automatic iCloud backup or export to JSON file Key Features - Widget Support: Get a quick glance at expiring items from your home screen widget - Quantity Tracking: Monitor shelf life and how much you have of each item in your inventory - Notes and Details: Add custom notes, batch numbers, lot information, or any details you need - Food Waste Reduction: Stay on top of expiration dates so you use items before they expire and save money Privacy and Security - 100% Local Processing: All OCR scanning and data processing happens entirely on your device - No Analytics: We do not track, collect, or share any of your data - No Ads: Clean, distraction-free experience focused on functionality - Secure Storage: Data encrypted and stored securely in your iCloud account Perfect For: - Families managing pantry groceries, medications, and household supplies - Health-conscious individuals tracking supplements, vitamins, and cosmetics expiration dates - Anyone who needs a reliable pill reminder for daily medication schedules - Professionals in food service, healthcare, or retail who need inventory tracking - Anyone who wants to reduce food waste, save money, and stay organized Download ExpiresBy today and take control of every expiration date in your home. From your fridge and pantry to your medicine cabinet and beyond, smart shelf life tracking and timely notifications ensure nothing expires unnoticed. Start saving money and reducing waste now.

Screenshots

WidgetMate4 screens
Expiry Date Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WidgetMate at 4.6 against Expiry Date Tracker's 2.3. WidgetMate also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 40%) and ratings volume (57 vs 3). Expiry Date Tracker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. WidgetMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Expiry Date Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WidgetMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WidgetMate has 57 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of WidgetMate's written reviews are positive against 40% of Expiry Date Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WidgetMate ships an update every 11 days, Expiry Date Tracker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
WidgetMate versus Expiry Date Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWidgetMateExpiry Date Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (57 ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings57 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB13 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRight Tracks IT LimitedVladimirs Matusevics

Customer experience

WidgetMate

All ratings57 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative28.6%

Expiry Date Tracker

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

WidgetMate

Subscriptions2
  • WidgetMate Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
  • WidgetMate Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • One time purchase$19.99
None

Expiry Date Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WidgetMate free?
WidgetMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Expiry Date Tracker free?
Expiry Date Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WidgetMate or Expiry Date Tracker?
WidgetMate is rated higher. WidgetMate averages 4.6 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while Expiry Date Tracker averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do WidgetMate or Expiry Date Tracker have ads?
Neither WidgetMate nor Expiry Date Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WidgetMate or Expiry Date Tracker?
WidgetMate ships an update every 11 days, and Expiry Date Tracker every 3 weeks. Most recently, WidgetMate was updated on November 1, 2026 and Expiry Date Tracker on October 30, 2026.

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