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A simpler KWGT alternative for custom Android widgets
If you want full control with formulas, KWGT is hard to beat. If you want to design a widget visually, with templates and no formulas, a layer-based maker such as WidgetCraft is quicker to learn.
How KWGT works
KWGT (Kustom Widget Maker) builds widgets from items whose values come from formulas, such as a formula for the time or the battery level. It is very flexible, has a large community of preset packs, and the full editor needs a separately bought Pro key. The cost of that flexibility is a learning curve: many widgets need you to read or edit formulas.
How WidgetCraft works
WidgetCraft uses ready-made layers instead of formulas. A battery layer already knows the battery level, a clock layer already knows the time, and a countdown layer counts to the date you pick. You style each layer with sliders and exact number inputs while a live preview updates. Template packs can be imported and edited layer by layer.
Side by side
| KWGT | WidgetCraft | |
|---|---|---|
| Editing | Items and formulas | Visual layers, sliders and exact values |
| Starting point | Presets, often from paid packs | Built-in starters and free template packs |
| Learning curve | Steep for complex widgets | Minutes for a first widget |
| Paid part | Pro key for the full editor | One-time Pro for calendar, music, fitness, web and no limits |
| Weather | Supported | Not offered |
Check each app's Google Play listing for current prices.
Which to choose
- Choose KWGT if you want weather, deep logic or a specific community preset.
- Choose WidgetCraft if you want clean clocks, battery, countdown, photo, quote and task widgets in a style of your own, without writing formulas.
- Many people use both: there is no conflict in having widgets from two apps on one home screen.
Start with a style
The quickest way to a good-looking screen is to choose a style first. Browse the widget styles; every one has exact colors, a font and steps for each widget type.
Questions
Can WidgetCraft open KWGT presets?
No. The two apps use different formats. You can rebuild a design using the same colors and fonts.
Is WidgetCraft free?
The editor and most widget types are free, with up to ten saved widgets. Pro is a one-time purchase.
Is WidgetCraft affiliated with KWGT?
No.