Best follower counter widgets for iPhone in 2026
The best follower counter widget depends on your platforms: CountDeck for YouTube, X, Bluesky and GitHub next to your revenue, Followers Insight Widget for the widest list of social networks, and Social Stats Widget or Widgelytics for Instagram and TikTok.
The list
We make CountDeck, so it is on this list. Every other entry is described from its own listing, and we say who each one is best for.
What we compared
- Platforms and metrics each one covers
- Price, including what the free tier gives you
- Widget surfaces on iPhone: Home Screen, Lock Screen, StandBy
- Who it suits, so the order is a fit, not a score
- Prices and features checked on the date above
1. CountDeckOurs
Best for: Creators and indie hackers who want followers, GitHub stars and MRR in one widget, with goals. Free to start, no paywall before your first widget.Covers: YouTube, X, Bluesky, GitHub, Twitch, Stripe, RevenueCat and morePrice: Free for 1 source. Pro $3.99/month, $29.99/year or $89.99 onceJoin the waitlistLive follower counter- (opens in a new tab)
2. Followers Insight Widget
Best for: Anyone on many social networks: it covers the longest platform list, including TikTok and Instagram.Covers: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, X, Twitch, Reddit, Mastodon, Telegram, Medium, Patreon, Pinterest, FacebookPrice: In-app purchases from $3.49 - (opens in a new tab)
3. Social Stats Widget: Followers
Best for: Instagram, TikTok and Facebook creators who want themed widgets.Covers: YouTube, Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTokPrice: In-app purchases from $2.99 - (opens in a new tab)
4. Widgelytics: Social Widgets
Best for: Instagram and TikTok creators who like transparent widgets.Covers: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTubePrice: $3.99/month or $23.99/year - (opens in a new tab)
5. Subscriber Count for YouTube +
Best for: YouTubers who only need a simple subscriber widget.Covers: YouTube subscribers, X followersPrice: Free, premium $6.99/year
Questions
What is the best follower counter widget for iPhone?
It depends on your platforms. CountDeck is best if you mix YouTube, X, Bluesky or GitHub with revenue; Followers Insight Widget covers the most social networks.
Is there a widget that shows Instagram followers?
Yes: Followers Insight Widget, Social Stats Widget and Widgelytics all list Instagram.
Do follower widgets update live?
Home Screen widgets don’t: iOS refreshes them about every 30 minutes when it allows, and you can tap the time on a widget for a new number. CountDeck Pro adds live mode, which shows your count on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island updated about every minute for up to 8 hours.
Do these apps need my password?
The apps here work from your public username or handle and do not ask for your password.
