# Countdown Widget vs CountDown Widget

The clearest difference is ads: CountDown Widget at none against Countdown Widget's shown. CountDown Widget also leads on iOS requirement (14.2 vs 17.0). Countdown Widget's advantage is ratings volume (9.5K vs 167) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown Widget sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and CountDown Widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown Widget holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown Widget has 9.5K ratings behind it against 167, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Countdown Widget's written reviews are positive against 62% of CountDown Widget's.

Countdown Widget ships an update fortnightly, CountDown Widget monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown Widget | CountDown Widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-widget-days-since/id917514700/reviews)** | [4.4 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-widget-pro-wedges/id1492526742/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.5K** | 167 |
| Positive reviews | **78.5% of reviews** | 61.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shayes Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412539504) | [Amit Verma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219761009) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-widget-days-since/id917514700)

Track events counting down to or up from the past. This app offers customizable widgets, unlimited timers, and calendar integrations. An optional purchase unlocks advanced features like iCloud sync and custom notifications.

**Highlights:** Unlimited countdowns, Customizable widgets, Calendar event import, Repeating timers, Siri & Shortcuts integration, Dark mode

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdowns Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Countdowns Premium | $7.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Unlock | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate and reliable countdowns
- 💡 Customizable countdown settings
- 🔒 Syncs across devices via iCloud
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Widget not always updating automatically
- 💰 Paid subscription required for some features
- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with user tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Countdowns not displaying correctly
- Sync issues between devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Allow reordering of countdowns
- Improve recurring event handling
- Add more customization options
- Provide full-screen countdown view
- Implement more notification options


### CountDown Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-widget-pro-wedges/id1492526742)

This app helps you build and maintain positive habits and track your goals. It provides countdowns for important events and reminders to keep you on track. You can also record memories and share special moments with loved ones.

**Highlights:** Habits Creator, Events Tracker, Habits Tracker with Reminders, Share Special Moments, Days, Months, Hours Countdown, Repeatable Events and Habits, Widgets for Event Reminders

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdown Pro | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Neat and simple menu
- 🎨 Variety of color options
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💖 Love the design aesthetics
- 🤩 Brings a smile to face

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Limited free version
- 💸 Subscription required for more
- 🤔 Confusing and unresponsive
- 💸 Money money money only
- 👎 Habits and countdowns separate widgets

**Reported bugs**

- Can’t sync with iwatch
- App seems bugged
- Keeps deleting my event
- Deletes date every few days
- Doesn’t work with new update

**Requested features**

- See countdown on widget
- Add annual repeat option
- Add day event with no time


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown Widget free?

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

### Is CountDown Widget free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Countdown Widget or CountDown Widget?

Countdown Widget is rated higher. Countdown Widget averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.5K ratings, while CountDown Widget averages 4.4 from 167 ratings.

### Do Countdown Widget or CountDown Widget have ads?

Countdown Widget shows ads; CountDown Widget does not.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown Widget or CountDown Widget?

Countdown Widget ships an update fortnightly, and CountDown Widget monthly. Most recently, Countdown Widget was updated on November 14, 2026 and CountDown Widget on November 7, 2026.

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