# CountdownerSMS vs Simple Event Countdown

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Event Countdown at 5.0 against CountdownerSMS's 4.4. Simple Event Countdown also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CountdownerSMS sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Event Countdown asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Event Countdown holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | CountdownerSMS | Simple Event Countdown |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdownersms/id6753716974/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-event-countdown/id6794149325/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 4 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Braden Aron Mc Corkle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673607393) | [Deric Lam](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794149327) |

## What reviewers say

### CountdownerSMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdownersms/id6753716974)

Create dynamic countdowns for any event and share them directly within iMessage conversations. Choose from a variety of themes and animated effects to make waiting more exciting for everyone involved.

**Highlights:** Live countdown creation for any date, Share timers directly via iMessage, 51 free and premium themes, Animated ambient effects, Confetti celebration on completion, Built-in Theme Shop

**Features:** Family Sharing, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Patriotic Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Summer Days Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weather Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Celestial Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Luxe Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bloom Theme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Packs Unlock | $3.99 | one-time |


### Simple Event Countdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-event-countdown/id6794149325)

Easily track upcoming events with a visually dynamic countdown. Name your event, set the date, and view it on your home screen with customizable widgets. The app features a color theme that changes as your event approaches, providing a subtle reminder.

**Highlights:** Home screen widgets, Calendar import, Dynamic color themes, Native iPhone and Mac support, Customizable event naming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CountdownerSMS free?

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

### Is Simple Event Countdown free?

Simple Event Countdown is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, CountdownerSMS or Simple Event Countdown?

Simple Event Countdown is rated higher. CountdownerSMS averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Simple Event Countdown averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do CountdownerSMS or Simple Event Countdown have ads?

Neither CountdownerSMS nor Simple Event Countdown shows ads.

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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.*