# Countdown for Disney vs Countdown for Disney World

The clearest difference is rating: Countdown for Disney World at 4.6 against Countdown for Disney's 3.6. Countdown for Disney World also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 40%) and ratings volume (8.8K vs 258). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Countdown for Disney sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Countdown for Disney World sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Countdown for Disney World holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Countdown for Disney World has 8.8K ratings behind it against 258, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Countdown for Disney's written reviews are positive against 77% of Countdown for Disney World's.

Countdown for Disney ships an update fortnightly, Countdown for Disney World monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Countdown for Disney | Countdown for Disney World |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-for-disney/id955356588/reviews) | **[4.6 (8.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-for-disney-world/id1532628272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 258 | **8.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews | **76.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#167** |
| Size | 77 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Jason Bestor](https://appshunter.io/developer/375579742) | [Velocity Raptor Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/296937260) |

## What reviewers say

### Countdown for Disney

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-for-disney/id955356588)

Plan your magical Disney vacation with a personalized countdown. Customize your background with Disney images or your own photos, view the weather forecast, and receive helpful tips. Keep the excitement building until your trip to the happiest place on Earth!

**Highlights:** Personalized Disney vacation countdown, Customizable backgrounds with Disney images or own photos, Slideshow option for backgrounds, 7-day Disney World weather forecast, Planning tips for before and during your trip, Customizable countdown widget, Social sharing of countdown images

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Customizable backgrounds
- 🕰️ Helpful countdown feature
- 📰 Useful news and weather information
- 💫 Fun way to wait for Disney trip
- 🔍 Detailed trip planning reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid version still has ads
- 🕰️ Countdown not always accurate
- 🗓️ Outdated information on Disney policies
- 🔒 Difficulty resetting or editing trip details
- 📱 Lack of widget or home screen integration

**Reported bugs**

- App freezing or crashing issues
- Paid version not unlocking all features
- Weather and news information not working properly

**Requested features**

- Multiple Disney trip countdowns
- Automatic lock screen or home screen countdown
- More frequent app updates to reflect Disney changes
- Option to set custom reminders for dining, FastPasses, etc.


### Countdown for Disney World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countdown-for-disney-world/id1532628272)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

Plan your Disney or Universal vacation with a personalized countdown timer. Features AI-generated wallpapers, lock screen widgets, and a to-do list with reminders. Integrates with Siri Shortcuts and iOS Calendar.

**Highlights:** AI-generated Magic Wallpapers, iOS 16 Lock Screen Widgets, Vacation countdown timer, To-do list with reminders, Siri Shortcuts integration, Customizable wallpapers

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Countdown Plus | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Starter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Exciting countdown feature
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 🎨 Customizable wallpapers
- 📅 Helpful trip reminders
- 🎉 Builds anticipation for vacation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid upgrades required for some features
- 🐛 Widget issues and inconsistencies
- 🤔 Limited free wallpaper options
- 📆 Inaccurate trip date calculations

**Reported bugs**

- Calendar sync problems
- Countdown timer displaying incorrect days
- Wallpaper uploads causing app crashes

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track multiple trips
- Improve widget functionality and customization
- Expand free wallpaper selection
- Allow users to input their own trip details


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Countdown for Disney free?

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

### Is Countdown for Disney World free?

Countdown for Disney World is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Countdown for Disney or Countdown for Disney World?

Countdown for Disney World is rated higher. Countdown for Disney averages 3.6 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while Countdown for Disney World averages 4.6 from 8.8K ratings.

### Do Countdown for Disney or Countdown for Disney World have ads?

Neither Countdown for Disney nor Countdown for Disney World shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Countdown for Disney or Countdown for Disney World?

Countdown for Disney ships an update fortnightly, and Countdown for Disney World monthly. Most recently, Countdown for Disney was updated on October 23, 2026 and Countdown for Disney World on October 25, 2026.

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