# RealBudget: Envelope Budgeting — user reviews > 56 indexed App Store user reviews of RealBudget by Limitless Innovative Technologies, rated 4.90/5 from 136 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realbudget-envelope-budgeting/id1643604343/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realbudget-envelope-budgeting/id1643604343.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 128 · 4★ 4 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 1 · 1★ 3 ## What do users think of RealBudget? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Simple and easy to use - 💡 Visual envelope system - 💰 Helps with budgeting and saving - 🆓 Free to use with generous developer - ✅ Practical and manageable budgeting - ✨ Clean and seamless interface - 🎯 Focuses on financial goals - 💸 Replaces physical cash envelopes - 📊 Clear financial picture - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for couples/families - 🚀 Efficient for tracking spending - 💯 Highly recommended - 🌟 Intuitive design - 📈 Helps organize finances - 😌 Provides financial peace - 👍 Realistic money visualization - 👍 No linking of accounts - 👍 Customizable envelopes - 👍 Good for ADHD **Cons** - 🤔 Notes not visible at a glance - 🔄 Budgets need to be recreated monthly - ❓ Difficulty finding sharing options - 🐛 Glitchy at times - 🤔 Desire for a version without budgeting - 🤔 Wish for transaction splitting **Commonly reported bugs** - Too many glitches to deal with - Cannot budget for future budgets - Savings budget messes up monthly budget **Most requested features** - Ability to see notes at a glance - Duplicate budget button or master budget option - Ability to share budget - Ability to split transactions - Option to approve money withdrawal visualization - Visual deposit animation ## Newest reviews (18 of 56) ### 5/5 — Simple but helpful *2025-10-15, version 3.3.0* I really love this app I feel like so many budget apps try and have 100 bells and whistles but this is simplistic and minimal and it’s exactly what I need! ### 5/5 — FINANCIAL PEACE! *2025-10-09* This app makes it very easy for my wife and I to track our finances throughout the week. It’s very easy to use and has helpful features. It helps us stay organized and disciplined to stay within our budget. We know exactly where our money is going and it gives us financial peace. Please keep updating and improving this app! It is super helpful!! ### 5/5 — A little more than I need *2025-09-30* This looks like a very good app, but I do wish there were a version that did not require a budget. We don’t need help with the budget. We just want to be able to check our envelope balances. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the 5-star review! You can actually use RealBudget without creating a full budget. Just tap the “Create Envelope” button on the Envelopes page to add and track individual envelopes. I really appreciate the feedback! -TJ ### 5/5 — such an incredible app !! *2025-09-08, version 3.3.0* i'm so shocked this app hasn't gotten more reviews. i'm a highschool student learning to budget my paychecks and this app has been such a treat to use! the interface and ui design is so clean and seamless, it's easy to use and get started but if you don't know how to do something the instructions in the top right are very helpful and informative. absolutely no ads, and it's not behind a massive paywall! furthermore you can customize your envelopes fonts and background, as well as get analytics which is great. to the RealBudget team, you guys are so amazing & talented and thank you so much for making an app that can help me as i develop skills in budgeting and personal finance! this is exactly what i needed :)) ### 5/5 — Thank you *2025-08-06* Finally, a budget app that is truly free. This app is helping me stick to a budget and save money. You can subscribe, share, review the app, or make a contribution to help make it even better. 😊 Thank you for this app! **Developer response:** Thank you so much, Angie! I’m really glad the app is useful for you! Your support means a lot! –TJ ### 5/5 — Awesome developer and app! *2025-06-30* I love this app! I’ve been looking for a FREE way to set up a budget and this is it! And I love the developer’s commitment to generosity and helping others. There is a premium version of the app that allows a couple of extra social features and to sync across devices (the app is still VERY functional in the free version, which is what I have), and TJ still offers the premium version for free to those who can’t afford it! What a blessing this developer has chosen to be! Thank you for your generosity and commitment to helping others take control of their finances, TJ :) **Developer response:** Wow, thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement, David! I’m so glad to hear the app is helpful for you. All the best! –TJ ### 5/5 — Simple and Easy *2025-06-10* I’ve gone through so many budgeting apps, all of which are touted as “the best on the market”, only to find that they’re hard to use and work through, do so much random automatic processes that I cannot control, and don’t even consider an “envelope” budget system. This app is completely free & super easy to use. There’s no extra fancy BS - it’s just straight forward. Literally just what I’ve been looking for! Sometimes it’s tiny bit tedious going back and forwards between envelope libraries and having to write descriptions for each transaction (would be nice to have a “button” option that we could input a description we want to save for future use if that makes sense??) when doing my budgeting but I’ll take it cos I understand the why behind it and it’s such an amazing app regardless! Thank you! ### 5/5 — Simple *2025-05-15, version 3.3.0* This is a very simple app and works exactly the way I wanted it to. Now if they had a way to make the savings envelope grow by itself………ten stars. lol ### 5/5 — Are you ready? *2025-04-27, version 3.3.0* We no longer use the EveryDollar app. Kinda think this app is what the Ramsey app should have always been. Simplicity, is Motivation. Thank you RealBudget! ### 5/5 — Excellent & Simple *2025-04-25* I wanted a simple, straight forward envelope system and this is it! Just one month in and I have saved $$$ by watching spending with this app! Thank you so much! A coffee is coming your way! ### 5/5 — Simple and Easy *2025-04-22, version 3.2.0* I’ve gone through so many budgeting apps, all of which are touted as “the best on the market”, only to find that they’re hard to use and work through if h, do so much random automatic processes that I cannot control, and don’t even consider an “envelope” budget system. This app is completely free & super easy to use. There’s no extra fancy BS - it’s just straight forward. Literally just what I’ve been looking for! Sometimes it’s little bit tedious going back and forwards between envelope libraries when doing my budgeting but honestly, I’ll take it cos it’s the only app out there that genuinely does what it says. Envelope budgeting win! ### 5/5 — Simple and effective *2025-04-01, version 3.0.1* This app is exactly what I was looking for. So simple I actually use it. Thank you! ### 5/5 — Best Simple Budget App! *2025-03-31, version 3.0.1* Realbudget is by far the best budget app that is simply designed on the App Store. I had this app on my Android phone and when I moved to iPhone I was thrilled to see it was also available on the Apple App Store! Wanted to make sure I wrote a 5-Star review on here as well. The best part of this app is it is easy to use and shows images of the envelopes same as real envelope system and forces me to stay on top of recording my purchases in my budget. Something automatic budget apps don’t do. Edit: LOVING the new interface! Even more features and a sleek design! ### 5/5 — Great app! *2025-03-01, version 2.1.5* App is so easy to use and free! Love it! ### 5/5 — Great App *2025-02-20* It’s just like real envelopes. I love that there’s no linking accounts and that I can create multiple budgets. I use it for weekly budgeting but then also created an annual budget for things like auto repairs and propane. Super useful and love its simplicity! ### 5/5 — Best Simple Budget App! *2025-01-03, version 2.1.5* Realbudget is by far the best budget app that is simply designed on the App Store. I had this app on my Android phone and when I moved to iPhone I was thrilled to see it was also available on the Apple App Store! Wanted to make sure I wrote a 5-Star review on here as well. The best part of this app is it is easy to use and shows images of the envelopes same as real envelope system and forces me to stay on top of recording my purchases in my budget. Something automatic budget apps don’t do. ### 5/5 — Outstanding support *2024-12-09, version 2.1.5* I am glad I found this app and have been really impressed with the support I have received. ### 5/5 — Love it *2024-12-01, version 2.1.5* Husband and I love using this app. So easy to use and great household. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Useless *2025-08-15, version 3.3.0* You cannot budget for future budgets. If you start a savings budget it messes up your month budget. HELLO! What’s the point! ### 1/5 — Blah *2023-11-02, version 2.1.3* Can’t find how to share my budget. Never heard back from developers. Found something better ### 2/5 — Very glitchy *2023-06-02, version 2.1.1* I liked the idea and the fact that it was free for the most part- but too many glitches to deal with. ### 4/5 — Simple and exact *2025-06-23, version 3.3.0* Been using many budget apps, but nothing like this one. This is my go to. Perfection so far. I’ll be looking forward to pay this guy for this. Just brilliant. ### 4/5 — Legit *2024-01-31* Great app, so far. My first observation is that I can’t use the same budget every month. I have to recreate each envelope, every month. Unless I am missing something, there should definitely be a duplicate button. Or set a master budget and just tweak it each month. **Developer response:** Thank you for the review! Please use the Carry Over feature to automatically create new envelopes based off the previous month. Contact us at realbudget@litapplications.com if you need any assistance! ### 5/5 — Simple, Clear, and Effective *2026-06-15* Real Budget has helped me become much more aware of my spending. I like that it’s easy to use and gives me a clear picture of my finances without being overly complicated. It’s made budgeting feel manageable rather than restrictive, and I’ve found it useful for tracking expenses and staying focused on my financial goals. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a simple, practical budgeting app. ### 5/5 — A great and simple budgeting app *2026-06-07* It’s really great for people who budget visually but don’t want to worry about the security or hassle of physical cash. I feel a lot more disciplined using this compared to any other budgeting software I’ve ever used even though it’s the simplest! ### 5/5 — Simple and Basic, Just What I Needed *2026-02-27* I am really happy with this app. It’s exactly what I needed and so simple. I’m able to set up envelopes with a pay period allotment to each and I can also set up savings envelopes for goals. Being able to transfer between envelopes and having a record with bot capabilities is great. The only complaint I have is not being able to see the notes at a glance when looking at the transaction history but having to go into the transaction to look at notes. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the great review! I'm really glad to hear that you're enjoying the app and finding it useful! Also, thank you for your feedback on viewing notes! I’ll look into adding an option to view them directly from the transaction list. All the best! -TJ ### 5/5 — Amazing easy to use envelop budgeting system *2026-02-26* Underrated and deserves more visibility. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate your support! -TJ ### 5/5 — Simple and effective *2026-01-03, version 3.6.1* This app is exactly what I was looking for. So simple I actually use it. Thank you! ## Most praised reviews (5 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Perfect! *2025-11-16* This app is perfect! Perfect. Down to the last minute details! It was exactly what I needed to get back on a path to financial freedom! It really helped me to visualize my budget with the envelopes and focus on what was important and cutting out things that were keeping me in debt but weren’t necessary! 10/10 **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the great review! I'm really glad to hear that the app has been helpful for you! All the best! -TJ ### 5/5 — Amazing budget app! *2025-11-01* I was skeptical about it since I’ve been burned by budget apps before, but this is honestly really solid. It came recommended from a family friend. It has helped me get a good idea of how I’m spending my money and helping organize it. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the review! I'm really glad to hear that RealBudget has been working well for you and is helping you get a clearer picture of your spending. All the best! -TJ ### 5/5 — Best of the best of the best *2025-10-22* I searched a number of apps before I found this one. Many of them were not very intuitive. This one is intuitive, easy, and gives me everything I need for a budget. Not only that, but the creator of the app will give you the premium features for free if you email him because you can’t afford them. That is exceptional in the world of money grabbing app Developers. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the kind review! I’m really glad you’re enjoying the app. I put a lot of effort into making it as intuitive and easy to use as possible. All the best! -TJ ### 5/5 — FINANCIAL PEACE! *2025-10-18* This app makes it very easy for my wife and I to track our finances throughout the week. It helps us stay organized and disciplined to stay within our budget. We know exactly where our money is going and it gives us financial peace. Please keep updating and improving this app! It is super helpful!! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I can’t think of a better compliment than hearing RealBudget helps bring financial peace to you and your family. I have some exciting updates on the way! All the best! -TJ ### 5/5 — Simple and Basic, Just What I Needed *2025-10-17* I am really happy with this app. It’s exactly what I needed and so simple. I’m able to set up envelopes with a pay period allotment to each and I can also set up savings envelopes for goals. Being able to transfer between envelopes and having a record with bot capabilities is great. The only complaint I have is not being able to see the notes at a glance when looking at the transaction history but having to go into the transaction to look at notes. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the great review! I'm really glad to hear that you're enjoying the app and finding it useful! Also, thank you for your feedback on viewing notes! I’ll look into adding an option to view them directly from the transaction list. All the best! -TJ --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*