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An innovative and unique approach to expense tracking.
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This app helps you save money by prioritizing savings before budgeting. It allows you to define spending categories, make conscious decisions about overspending, and track your savings growth over time. It offers quick expense logging and receipt scanning for a streamlined financial management experience.
✓Save first budgeting method
✓Customizable spending categories
✓Deliberate period closing
✓On-device receipt scanning
✓Home-screen widgets
✓Complete privacy (no cloud/account)
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What's New in Basis
1.2.1
August 14, 2026
Quick fixes for last update - Fixed the currency symbol not updating when you switch currencies while adding a transaction - Smoothed out the keypad animation when typing a note
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FAQ
How does Basis help users save money?
Basis implements a 'save first' method. On payday, a set saving rate is automatically set aside before any budgeting occurs. This ensures savings are prioritized, and the remaining amount is what you budget for expenses.
Is Basis secure and private?
Yes, Basis is completely private. It does not require a bank link, account creation, or cloud storage. All data is processed and stored entirely on your phone, ensuring maximum privacy for your financial information.
How do I log expenses in Basis?
Logging expenses is designed to be fast. You can do it in just two taps using the custom keypad. Additionally, you can scan receipts, with text recognition happening on-device and the photo remaining on your phone.
What happens if I overspend in a category?
At the end of each budgeting period, you must deliberately close it. If a category is overspent, you'll need to make an explicit decision: cover it from your savings or carry the deficit into the next month, making it tighter.
Does Basis have ads?
No, Basis is completely ad-free. The app is free forever with no subscriptions, ads, in-app purchases, or premium tiers, as it has no running costs.
What devices does Basis support?
Basis is currently supported on iPhone devices. It is designed to run entirely on your phone, offering a private and self-contained budgeting experience.
How often is Basis updated?
The latest version of Basis is 1.2.1, last updated on August 14, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance for the application.
What is the rating for Basis?
Basis has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating. This indicates a highly positive initial reception from its users.