Best Calender Countdown Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated November 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good calender countdown apps. We benchmark 250+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Calender Countdown Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1CountdownCountdownFree4.8★ (191K)YesYesNov 2026
2Countdown: Event CountdownCountdown: Event CountdownFree4.7★ (24K)YesYesNov 2026
3Countdown StarCountdown StarFree4.8★ (217K)YesYesNov 2026
4Countdown  ‎Countdown ‎Free3.8★ (11K)YesYesNov 2026
5Reminder & CountdownReminder & CountdownFree4.8★ (17K)YesNoNov 2026
6Countdown - Calendar trackerCountdown - Calendar trackerFree—YesYesMay 2026
7Countdown+ Calendar (Lite)Countdown+ Calendar (Lite)Free4.8★ (4.3K)NoYesNov 2026
8Countdown@Countdown@Free4.7★ (41K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Calender Countdown

Countdown#1

Countdown by Find Appiness LLC

Day Counter: Timer & Widget
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8😊(191K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#42in Utilities
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Easily track upcoming events with a free countdown and reminder app. Customize each event with emojis and colors, and stay organized with tags and widgets. Syncs across devices and offers optional premium features for enhanced functionality.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 🎨 Customizable colors and emojis
  • ⏰ Accurate countdown tracking
  • 🔔 Helpful reminders and notifications
  • 💰 One-time payment for premium features

Room to Improve

  • 💸 Paid widget feature
  • 🔍 Lack of instructions/guidance
  • 🔀 Inconsistent countdown display on widget
  • 📅 Limited repeat options for events
  • 🖼️ No option to use custom photos
Countdown: Event Countdown#2

Countdown: Event Countdown by ROOT38 LIMITED

Countdown Widget Calendar App
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(24K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Keep track of all your important upcoming events with this intuitive countdown and calendar application. Visualize your schedule with customizable widgets and live updates. Share your excitement with friends and family through shareable videos.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎨 Customizable colors and icons
  • 🕰️ Helpful for tracking upcoming events
  • 💻 Works well on multiple devices
  • 🧠 Assists with time management and organization

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Premium features locked behind paywall
  • 💸 Aggressive promotion of premium version
  • 🔔 Lack of customizable notifications
  • 🗓️ Missing calendar view and repeat event options
  • 🐛 Issues with past event tracking and data loss after updates
Countdown Star#3

Countdown Star by Joseph Merrill

Event Countdown & Count Up
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.8😊(217K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily track upcoming events with customizable countdowns and count-ups. Personalize your experience with custom wallpapers, animations, and widgets. Syncs across devices and offers notifications for important dates.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Customizable backgrounds
  • 👍 Helpful for tracking events
  • 👍 Useful for long-distance relationships
  • 👍 Excellent for planning and motivation

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Widget not working
  • 🐛 Wallpaper feature not working
  • 🐛 Countdown inaccuracies
  • 🐛 Notifications not working
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Paid features required for full functionality

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FAQ about Calender Countdown

What are the best calender countdown apps for iPhone?
Countdown tops our calender countdown apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 191K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top calender countdown apps we rank are free to download, including Countdown and Countdown: Event Countdown.
Countdown shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ calender countdown apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.