Wdgts 2

Wdgts 2 is a collection of widgets for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with native iOS and macOS apps built using SwiftUI. Its Calculator and Converter widgets are free forever. The converter supports major cryptocurrency and fiat currencies and updates every two hours. Clips saves links, text, or images for later access with full search, while ScratchPad syncs across devices and keeps a history for accessing deleted content. On This Day shows photos taken on the same date in previous years, and Zones provides clocks for tracking different time zones. On macOS, the Music widget shows the currently playing song from Music.app and provides playback controls on hover. The Mac app also supports desktop widgets, a three-column layout, windows, and menu bar apps; iOS supports Lock Screen widgets. Premium widgets require an active subscription. The listed plans are Yearly at $6.99 a year and Lifetime at $9.99, paid once. The pricing note includes a 3-day trial. The developer indicated that the app does not collect data, though Apple says it has not verified that information.

Wdgts 2 brings several utility widgets to Apple devices, with free Calculator and Converter options and paid access for premium widgets. Check which features you need and whether a listed subscription option fits.

It suits people who want small utility widgets across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The included tools cover currency conversion, saved clips, notes, photos, and time zones.

Wdgts 2 is a native SwiftUI widget collection for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It fits Apple users who want several compact utilities, saved snippets, and reference tools close at hand across devices. The free Calculator and Converter are worthwhile on their own; the paid tiers become sensible when the premium widgets are part of your routine.

Overview

Wdgts 2 groups everyday utilities and personal-reference widgets in one Apple-focused package. Calculator and Converter handle quick calculations and currency checks, while Clips, ScratchPad, On This Day, Zones, and Music cover saved material, notes, memories, time zones, and playback. That breadth is useful for people who would otherwise install several narrowly focused widgets.

The collection is most convincing when you use multiple categories. Someone who only needs arithmetic or occasional currency conversion can stay on the free features without losing the core utility. The premium purchase is harder to justify for a single task.

Key features

Utilities and saved content

Calculator and Converter are free forever, giving Wdgts 2 a practical no-cost entry point. Converter supports major fiat and cryptocurrency currencies and refreshes every two hours. That cadence works for a general reference rate, but it is not suited to following rapid market movements or making time-sensitive trading decisions.

Clips stores links, text, and images for later retrieval, with full search rather than a simple chronological pile. ScratchPad syncs across devices and keeps a history, so deleted content can be accessed again. Together, they make the app useful for recurring snippets and notes, not just occasional glanceable information.

Contextual widgets

On This Day surfaces photos taken on the same date in earlier years, turning the widget into a lightweight memory prompt. Zones provides glanceable clocks for keeping track of friends in different time zones, a focused benefit for distributed families and teams.

The Music widget is available only on macOS. It shows the song currently playing in Music.app and reveals playback controls on hover, making it a convenient desktop control rather than an iPhone media tool.

Apple integration

The iOS and macOS apps are described as fully native and built with SwiftUI. iOS supports Lock Screen widgets, while macOS adds desktop widgets, a three-column layout, windows, and menu bar apps. Those options let users choose between a compact glance, a structured desktop arrangement, or persistent menu-bar access.

The App Store listing says the developer indicated that the app does not collect data; Apple says that privacy information has not been verified by Apple. Support and feature suggestions are handled at [email protected].

Pricing

Wdgts 2 uses a freemium model. The free plan includes Calculator and Converter forever, and a 3-day trial is offered for premium access. Premium widgets require an active subscription on the Yearly plan, while the Lifetime plan provides premium widgets through a one-time purchase.

The cheaper route is to remain on Free, but that excludes the premium collection after the trial. Yearly suits uncertain or occasional users who want to spread cost over time; Lifetime is the clearer choice for anyone expecting to keep using Clips, ScratchPad, Zones, On This Day, or other premium widgets beyond a single year.

Platforms

Wdgts 2 supports iOS and macOS, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Cross-device use is particularly relevant for ScratchPad syncing and for people who want the same widget collection on mobile and desktop. The macOS-only Music widget and desktop presentation options give the Mac app capabilities that are not mirrored on iOS.

Who it's for

Choose Wdgts 2 if you use Apple devices and want a compact mix of calculators, currency references, saved clips, synced notes, photo reminders, and time-zone clocks. It is also a good fit for households or teams spread across time zones, and for Mac users who want Music.app controls in a widget or menu bar.

It is a weaker fit if you need only one basic utility, require continuously updating exchange rates, or use Android, Windows, Linux, or the web. Those readers will get more from a broader cross-platform dashboard.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Useful free core: Calculator and Converter remain free forever.
• Broad widget mix: Saved clips, recoverable ScratchPad history, memories, time zones, and music controls cover different daily reference needs.
• Strong Apple coverage: Native SwiftUI apps, iOS Lock Screen support, and multiple macOS widget surfaces suit users invested in Apple devices.
• Low-cost permanent option: The $9.99 Lifetime plan removes recurring subscription payments for premium widgets.

Cons

• Premium paywall: Most of the collection requires an active subscription or the Lifetime purchase after the 3-day trial.
• Limited converter freshness: Two-hour updates are not appropriate for live-rate monitoring.
• Narrow platform reach: iOS and macOS support excludes users outside Apple’s ecosystem.
• Music is Mac-only: iPhone and iPad users do not get that playback widget.

Alternatives

For a wider desktop-widget directory and comparisons, see Desktop Widget Software.

Mango Mirror is the better choice when you need Android, Linux, web, or Windows support, with a free tier covering two screen licenses and clock, news, weather, backgrounds, quotes, and custom layouts.

Pick SAWAS Dashboard when a completely free, ad-free product for private and commercial use matters more than premium widget breadth.

Nexus is another free alternative for readers who want coverage across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows.

Choose Monitor Flows for Windows and API-oriented use, including 15 core widgets, three pages, and five themes on its free plan.

Themia fits Windows users who want up to 10 widgets and two screens free, with a one-time Pro upgrade for unlimited widgets and screens.

WidgetSpark is a Windows-focused option with a free widget set for desktop, taskbar, and SparkBar use.

Widgetter is the alternative to consider when you specifically want a macOS widget app with free download and in-app purchase options.

ClocX is a straightforward free Windows desktop clock.

Verdict

Wdgts 2 is a good choice for Apple users who will regularly use several of its small utilities and synced reference tools, especially across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The free Calculator and Converter make trying it low-risk, while the $9.99 Lifetime plan is compelling for sustained premium use. Look elsewhere if you need broader platform support, live currency updates, or a single-purpose tool that does not warrant paying for a widget collection.