Bill Buddy: Explain My Bill
Bills, in plain words
About
This app helps you understand your household bills by explaining them in simple terms and guiding you through the payment process. It identifies changes in amounts, checks for potential scams, and offers payment instructions. You can also set reminders to ensure bills are paid on time.
What's New in Bill Buddy
1.0
October 7, 2026
Subscriptions & In-App Purchases
Bill Buddy Pro Monthly
Unlimited bill readings, trends and Spanish.
FAQ
What is Bill Buddy?
Bill Buddy is a finance app designed to explain your household bills in plain language. It helps you understand what you owe, when it's due, and guides you through paying it yourself safely.
How does Bill Buddy explain bills?
You can take a photo of your bill, and Bill Buddy will read it, identify the document type, and explain its contents in easy-to-understand terms. It also provides definitions for confusing words like kWh or APR.
Does Bill Buddy help identify bill changes?
Yes, Bill Buddy compares your current bill to your last one from the same company. It highlights any increases and explains whether they are due to usage, rate changes, new fees, or ended promotions.
What kind of scam checks does Bill Buddy perform?
Bill Buddy automatically checks for six warning signs of fake bills, such as demands for gift cards or threats of immediate shutoff. It presents its findings without making a verdict, advising you to contact the company directly.
How does Bill Buddy assist with payments?
It provides step-by-step instructions for various payment methods like online, phone, check, or in-person. It emphasizes safety notes for each method and ensures you always pay the real company directly, never touching your money.
Is Bill Buddy free to use?
The free version of Bill Buddy offers three photo readings per month, unlimited manually entered bills, explanations, reminders, scam checks, and payment coaching. An optional subscription, Bill Buddy Pro, unlocks unlimited photo readings and advanced trend analysis.
What are the benefits of Bill Buddy Pro?
Bill Buddy Pro offers unlimited photo bill readings, twelve-month price trends, year-over-year bill comparisons, monthly recaps, simplified explanations, and scripts for calling companies. It is available via monthly or yearly subscription with a 7-day free trial.
Does Bill Buddy have ads?
No, Bill Buddy does not contain advertisements. The core features are free, and an optional subscription provides advanced features without ads.
