Comparison

Endpoint Alert vs Countdown by Dots

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

Head to head
About

Endpoint Alert

Features
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Tired of unexpected certificate expirations or sudden endpoint outages? Endpoint Alert helps you stay ahead by monitoring SSL/TLS certificates and endpoint health, sending deterministic expiry reminders and alerts when we detect connectivity, performance, or configuration issues so you can remediate quickly. NEVER MISS A RENEWAL Get deterministic push notifications before certificates expire — configurable reminders at 30, 14, 7, 3, and 1 day(s) — so you have time to renew and avoid avoidable downtime. WHAT WE CAN DETECT (REALISTICALLY) - Certificate expiry dates and chain/validation problems (missing intermediates, invalid chains, OCSP/CRL responses). - TLS handshake failures and common configuration issues. - DNS resolution errors and sudden DNS changes. - Endpoint responsiveness problems: timeouts, rising latency, and increased 4xx/5xx error rates from scheduled synthetic checks. - Functional regressions via synthetic transactions (if configured). KEY FEATURES - Unlimited Endpoint Monitoring: Add websites, APIs, and services — manage them from one dashboard. - Certificate Expiry Alerts: Deterministic reminders at configurable intervals. - Health Checks & Synthetic Transactions: Periodic uptime, latency, and content validation checks. - Trend & Anomaly Detection: Alerts on sustained latency increases or error-rate spikes that may indicate degradation. - Detailed Certificate Info: Issuer, validity period, SANs, chain details, and days until expiry. - Customizable Notifications: Push alerts and escalation settings so you only get notified when it matters. - Clean, Fast UI: Designed for clarity and scalability across many endpoints. WHO SHOULD USE THIS - Web Admins & DevOps: Streamline certificate and endpoint monitoring across services. - IT Teams: Maintain uptime and a reliable digital footprint. - Small Business Owners: Protect e-commerce and customer-facing services. - Agencies & MSPs: Manage multiple clients’ endpoints and certificates from one place. HOW THIS HELPS Endpoint Alert provides deterministically-timed certificate reminders and early detection of degradation signals. While not every sudden failure is predictable, these scheduled checks and trend-based alerts give you actionable early warnings so you can investigate and remediate before issues grow. Download Endpoint Alert now to keep certificates current and to receive timely alerts when endpoint health or certificate configurations show problems. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://damywise.com/apps/sslchecker/privacy

About

Countdown by Dots

This app helps you track important upcoming dates with a visually appealing, minimalist design. It allows you to count down to birthdays, vacations, holidays, and other special moments, keeping you organized and motivated.

Highlights
  • Minimal dot-based countdowns
  • Track birthdays and events
  • Visualize progress and remaining days
  • Daily notifications and reminders
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Track your important days with a beautiful and minimal countdown timer app. Countdown by Dots helps you easily countdown to birthdays, events, vacations, holidays, and special moments. Visualize your countdown progress with elegant dots, making every day exciting and meaningful. Whether it's a birthday, trip, wedding, exam, or big event, this countdown app keeps you motivated and organized. Features: • Minimal and beautiful dot-based countdown • Track birthdays, events, and special days • View progress and remaining days easily • Daily notifications and reminders • Simple, fast, and easy to use • Dark mode support Never miss important moments. Download Countdown by Dots and make every day count.

Screenshots

Endpoint Alert3 screens
Countdown by Dots4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Countdown by Dots at none against Endpoint Alert's 4. 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. Endpoint Alert sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Countdown by Dots asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Endpoint Alert ships an update every 3 weeks, Countdown by Dots fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Endpoint Alert versus Countdown by Dots: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEndpoint AlertCountdown by Dots
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB32 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAhmad Arif Aulia SutarmanShubham Nehul

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Endpoint Alert

Subscriptions3
  • SSL Monitor Pro (Weekly)$0.997 Days
  • SSL Monitor Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • SSL Monitor Pro (Annual)$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • SSL Monitor Pro (Lifetime)$29.99
None

Countdown by Dots

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Endpoint Alert free?
Endpoint Alert is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countdown by Dots free?
Countdown by Dots is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Endpoint Alert or Countdown by Dots have ads?
Neither Endpoint Alert nor Countdown by Dots shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Endpoint Alert or Countdown by Dots?
Endpoint Alert ships an update every 3 weeks, and Countdown by Dots fortnightly. Most recently, Endpoint Alert was updated on September 18, 2026 and Countdown by Dots on September 20, 2026.

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