# Data Usage

> Real-time mobile and Wi-Fi data usage monitoring with predictive forecasts and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by oBytes, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/data-usage/id386950560 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [oBytes, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/386777128)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 648 App Store ratings · 1,503 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/data-usage/id386950560/reviews.md

## What is Data Usage?

Take back control of your data usage. It’s time to stop paying overages.
 
    •     Monitor Mobile Data and Wi-Fi in real time.
    •     Today Widget
    •     Predictive forecast tells when you will go over and sets daily quotas.
    •     Simple and intuitive design reflects current usage status.
    •     Works with any carrier, any plan, and any billing cycle.
    •     Set usage alerts.

 
#1 paid utility in UAE & Malaysia; top 10 paid utilities in Canada, U.K., Spain & Hong Kong.

Four things that set us apart:
    
1.    App Badge Monitoring-
•     Monitor usage % as app badge without ever opening app again

2.  Visual Monitoring-
•     Theme colors will change to reflect your current usage status.

3.  Accurate History, Export, and Charts-
•     Keep your cellular providers in check with the ability to export accurate history of your data usage.

4.  Today Widget-
•Monitor Data Usage like a pro with a widget that shows cellular data usage on notification screen under today.

"...to get into the nitty-gritty of your data usage you may want to splurge for Data Usage."    
-AllThingsD

Check out Data Usage Pro for custom usage counters.

## Key features

- Real-time mobile and Wi-Fi monitoring
- Predictive data usage forecasts
- Daily quota setting
- Usage alerts
- App badge monitoring
- Visual usage status indicators
- Data export and charts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade - Custom Counters | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Data Usage?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 📊 Accurate data usage tracking
- 🔍 Detailed usage statistics
- ⚙️ Customizable settings
- 🔔 Helpful usage alerts
- 💰 Saves money by avoiding overages

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent data tracking
- 🔁 Resets data usage after reboots
- 📊 Discrepancies with carrier data
- 🔌 Drains battery when running in background
- 🔍 Lacks app-level data usage breakdown

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Widget displays incorrect data
- Fails to reset data usage at billing cycle
- Crashes when opening the app

**Most requested features**

- Ability to track data usage by app
- Option to set custom data limits
- Automatic background data monitoring
- Improved widget and notification support
- Compatibility with newer iOS versions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,503)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/data-usage/id386950560/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Like it very much...

*2025-05-16, version 6.4*

Like the App very much... got it from beginning...  paid for the full version (unfortunately the Update doesn’t stick, means, after re-boot the App is back like before and I have to “restore purchases” to get the few extra features... pity - otherwise good App

### 5/5 — Muy útil y funcional

*2024-09-29, version 6.4*

Excelente app, todo funciona bien, y me ayuda a gestionar mis consumos de una forma muy eficiente, recomendable.

### 5/5 — Does

*2024-08-17, version 6.4*

What it says. It’s good.

### 5/5 — Zuverlässig & Stabil

*2024-07-22, version 6.4*

Ich mag diese App. Sie misst bei mir schon seit Jahren zuverlässig und live den Datenverkehr. Die Messungen decken sich grds. mit den Angaben des Mobilfunkanbieters. Es gibt einige nützliche Einstellmöglichkeiten, zwar auf englisch, aber alles selbsterklärend. Und etwas wirklich positives: Data Usage kommt als kostenlose App nach wie vor komplett ohne Werbung aus.  
Dafür gibt‘s einen extra Stern ⭐️

### 1/5 — Update

*2023-11-13, version 6.4*

Any updates for the app to bring it up to speed with the latest IOS updates?? App doesn’t even track WiFi anymore on my phone!

### 1/5 — No help.

*2023-11-10, version 6.4*

The help link takes you to an unsecured page, so you’re out of luck. 
Is the app abandoned?

### 1/5 — No pierda su dinero

*2023-11-01, version 6.4*

La aplicación no mide de forma precisa el consumo de datos.
Solonl adquirí dado q en iPhone no hay una forma de que automáticamente se resetee la medición de consumo cada corte de mi plan móvil.
Me di cuenta q mientras mi teléfono me dice que tengo un consumo de unos 10G, esta app apenas reporta un consumo de 1.x G.
Peor aún no hay soporte y la web del desarrollador parece ya no existir.
Ahórrese su plata, explore otras apps, o como yo hago ahora cada mes de corte de su plan móvil resetee manualmente el contador de su teléfono.

### 1/5 — useless

*2022-12-10, version 6.4*

you just see the total data used. No breakdown by application. For me this is completely useless as if you go in Settings Mobile data you have much more information.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2022-07-10, version 6.4*

I have been using this app for the last two weeks and it has not given me data usage logs right one time. I have to adjust usage every time I open the app. It’s not tracking usage correctly when compared with the service provider usage logs.
Even if it costs so low, I’d say it’s not worth it. Skip this one.

### 4/5 — Efficient data usage app right here

*2022-06-21, version 6.4*

It is affordable and it works. I need say no more.

## Frequently asked questions about Data Usage

### What does the Data Usage app do?

This app helps you take control of your data usage by monitoring your mobile data and Wi-Fi in real time. It provides predictive forecasts to tell you when you might go over your limit and allows you to set daily quotas and usage alerts to avoid overages.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include real-time monitoring of mobile and Wi-Fi data, a predictive forecast for potential overages, the ability to set daily quotas, usage alerts, app badge monitoring to see usage percentage without opening the app, and visual indicators that change color based on your current usage status.

### How much does the Data Usage app cost?

The application is a paid utility, meaning it requires an upfront purchase to download and use. The exact price can vary by region and platform, but it is a one-time cost for the core functionality.

### Is this app compatible with any carrier or plan?

Yes, the app is designed to work with any carrier, any data plan, and any billing cycle. Its monitoring capabilities are independent of your specific mobile provider or plan details.

### What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include preventing costly data overage charges from your mobile carrier, managing data consumption while traveling internationally, ensuring you stay within your Wi-Fi data limits at home or work, and gaining a clear understanding of which apps are consuming the most data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.4 — 2017-12-21

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- iPhone X Support

### 6.3 — 2017-02-15

- updated widget for iOS 10

### 6.2 — 2017-01-03

- improved stability and minor bug fixes
- updated help & faq links

### 6.1.2 — 2016-06-10

- Fixed random crashes on launching app for some users
- Fixed showing white background on iPad usage usage details

### 6.1 — 2015-10-07

- fixed crash on deleting custom counters
- fix for showing charts on iPad
- new in 6.0 - widgets are updated real time

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