# TheDayBefore (days countdown) vs Since i・Countdown days・widget

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TheDayBefore (days countdown) at 86% against Since i・Countdown days・widget's 48%. TheDayBefore (days countdown) also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Since i・Countdown days・widget's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TheDayBefore (days countdown) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Since i・Countdown days・widget sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TheDayBefore (days countdown) holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TheDayBefore (days countdown) has 1.1K ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of TheDayBefore (days countdown)'s written reviews are positive against 48% of Since i・Countdown days・widget's.

TheDayBefore (days countdown) ships an update every 4 days, Since i・Countdown days・widget every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TheDayBefore (days countdown) | Since i・Countdown days・widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thedaybefore-days-countdown/id991283955/reviews)** | [4.3 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/since-icountdown-dayswidget/id1470170117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 44 |
| Positive reviews | **86.1% of reviews** | 48.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 326 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TheDayBefore, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/991283954) | [Alex Getman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1171902256) |

## What reviewers say

### TheDayBefore (days countdown)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thedaybefore-days-countdown/id991283955)

Easily manage important dates and countdown to special events with customizable widgets and decorative options. Record memories, share milestones with loved ones, and organize your schedule by category. Never miss a precious moment again.

**Highlights:** Customizable D-Day countdowns, Lock screen and home screen widgets, Multiple calculation methods (days, months, weeks), Event decoration with stickers and effects, Story feature for recording memories with photos, Sharing of D-Day events, Category-based event grouping

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |


### Since i・Countdown days・widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/since-icountdown-dayswidget/id1470170117)

This app helps you track important dates and events with customizable countdowns and reminders. You can add personal notes to events, use it as a diary, and share your countdowns with others. Widgets allow you to see upcoming events directly on your home screen.

**Highlights:** Customizable countdowns, Event reminders and notifications, Home screen widgets, Add notes to events, Share events with friends, Photo backgrounds for countdowns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TheDayBefore (days countdown) free?

TheDayBefore (days countdown) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Since i・Countdown days・widget free?

Since i・Countdown days・widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TheDayBefore (days countdown) or Since i・Countdown days・widget?

TheDayBefore (days countdown) is rated higher. TheDayBefore (days countdown) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Since i・Countdown days・widget averages 4.3 from 44 ratings.

### Do TheDayBefore (days countdown) or Since i・Countdown days・widget have ads?

TheDayBefore (days countdown) shows ads; Since i・Countdown days・widget does not.

### Which is updated more often, TheDayBefore (days countdown) or Since i・Countdown days・widget?

TheDayBefore (days countdown) ships an update every 4 days, and Since i・Countdown days・widget every 2 weeks. Most recently, TheDayBefore (days countdown) was updated on September 28, 2026 and Since i・Countdown days・widget on September 26, 2026.

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