# Counter+. vs MalaMode

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Counter+. at none against MalaMode's 3. Counter+. also leads on ratings volume (1.4K vs 9) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.1). MalaMode's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MalaMode sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Counter+. asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Counter+. against 4.7 for MalaMode. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Counter+. has 1.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Counter+.'s written reviews are positive against 88% of MalaMode's.

Counter+. ships an update every 4 months, MalaMode every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Counter+. | MalaMode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-plus/id986800297/reviews)** | [4.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malamode/id1044103167/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 84.2% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UniCom Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270764210) | [Chester Wood](https://appshunter.io/developer/1041740842) |

## What reviewers say

### Counter+.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-plus/id986800297)

A straightforward tally counter designed for ease of use. It allows you to track anything with simple tap controls, offering haptic feedback and sound cues for each count. Save, share, and resume your counting sessions with this versatile utility.

**Highlights:** Save counted records, Share saved records, Vibrates on each count, Click sound on each count, Speaks count every 25 increments, Count up or down, Resume last counted numbers, Apple Watch compatibility

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Clear and straightforward
- 👍 Satisfying user experience
- 👍 Handy and useful tool
- 👍 Works well and is free

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes at 1000 counts
- 💡 Needs ability to increase/decrease using volume buttons
- 🔍 Requests for feedback too frequent

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes at 1000 counts

**Requested features**

- Automatic counting feature
- Ability to remove ads


### MalaMode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malamode/id1044103167)

This app provides a distraction-free environment for meditation and counting practices. It offers a customizable timer with various chime bells and a full-screen counter for focused sessions. Syncing across devices and extended timer functionality are available through one-time in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Meditation timer with chime bells, Automatic session logging, Full-screen distraction-free counter, Customizable counter increments, Mala Mode for 108-bead rounds, Apple Watch companion app, Cross-device syncing via in-app purchase

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Service | $1.99 | one-time |
| Timer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Counter+. free?

Counter+. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MalaMode free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Counter+. or MalaMode?

Counter+. is rated higher. Counter+. averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while MalaMode averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.

### Do Counter+. or MalaMode have ads?

Counter+. shows ads; MalaMode does not.

### Which is updated more often, Counter+. or MalaMode?

Counter+. ships an update every 4 months, and MalaMode every 2 weeks. Most recently, Counter+. was updated on October 13, 2026 and MalaMode on October 2, 2026.

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