# TakeControl: Split Expenses — Couples, travel & shared bills

> App for organizing and simplifying group expenses and payments. (iPhone/iPad app by Hello Design & Tecnologia LTDA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takecontrol-split-expenses/id6790032465 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hello Design & Tecnologia LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790032467)
- Category: Finance, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 123 MB
- Languages: Brazilian Portuguese, German (Germany), European Spanish, French (France), American English, Italian
- Released: 2026-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takecontrol-split-expenses/id6790032465/reviews.md

## What is TakeControl?

Splitting expenses as a couple or on a trip should not turn into an argument.

TakeControl helps couples, friends, families, and groups split bills, track shared expenses, and see who owes whom. Add an expense and the app calculates each person’s share, updates balances instantly, and shows the simplest way to settle up.

PERFECT FOR COUPLES AND TRIPS

Traveling with friends? Track hotels, flights, gas, restaurants, groceries, activities, and travel expenses, then split the cost without spreadsheets.

Living together or managing money as a couple? Use TakeControl to split rent, groceries, delivery, pharmacy, utilities, household bills, subscriptions, and shared expenses. Split couple expenses equally, by percentage, or by exact amount.

Also great for:
- Roommates and shared housing
- Dinners, parties, birthdays, and events
- Family expenses, school, and healthcare
- Group funds and loans between friends

HOW IT WORKS
1. Create a group and add the people involved
2. Add expenses as they happen
3. See everyone’s balance update instantly
4. Settle up with the fewest payments possible

Not everyone needs to download the app. Add local members and manage the split yourself, ideal for couples, trips, or groups where not everyone wants another app.

SPLIT EVERY EXPENSE FAIRLY

Not every bill should be split 50/50. With TakeControl, you can split expenses:
- Equally between everyone
- By percentage
- By exact amount
- With more than one person paying the same expense

DEBT SIMPLIFICATION

Instead of everyone paying everyone, TakeControl reorganizes group balances and calculates the fewest transfers needed to settle all debts. Everyone pays the right amount, with fewer transfers.

GROUP INSIGHTS

Understand your money without opening a spreadsheet:
- Spending trends over time
- A financial overview of the group
- Balance between members and who is covering more
- Recent group activity
- More insights to understand where the money is going

MORE THAN 130 CURRENCIES

Record every expense in the currency it was paid in. Balances stay separated by currency, so amounts are never mixed. Turn on currency conversion whenever you want to see balances in your preferred currency.

CATEGORIES YOUR WAY

Create categories and custom subcategories for each group. Choose icons and colors, and disable anything you do not use. A travel group can have different categories from your household or couple expenses.

MORE CONTEXT FOR EVERY EXPENSE

- Attach receipts directly to expenses
- Add notes explaining each purchase
- Leave group notes for everyone
- Browse the group receipt gallery
- See what changed, who changed it, and when

LESS TYPING

- Scan a receipt and let TakeControl fill in the expense
- Add expenses using your voice
- Use the built-in calculator
- Create recurring and installment expenses automatically
- Add expenses offline and sync when connected again

AND MORE

- Group budgets with spending progress
- Home Screen widget with balance and budget
- Real-time activity notifications
- Send reminders when someone still needs to settle up
- Import your Splitwise groups in minutes
- Import contacts from your phone
- Biometric lock
- CSV export
- Available in 6 languages

FREE TO GET STARTED

Create up to 6 groups and add up to 8 expenses per day for free. No ads.

TAKECONTROL PRO

- Unlimited groups and expenses
- Unlimited receipt scanning and voice expense entry
- Convert balances into the currency you choose
- Set custom exchange rates for each group
- Advanced expense search filters

A Lifetime option is also available: pay once and keep access forever.

Your PRO subscription is charged to your App Store account and renews automatically unless auto-

Terms of Use: https://gettakecontrol.app/en/legal/terms-of-use/
Privacy Policy: https://gettakecontrol.app/en/legal/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Group expense tracking
- Automatic debt calculation
- Simplified payment settlement
- Multi-currency support
- Customizable expense categories
- Receipt scanning
- Offline functionality

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takecontrol-split-expenses/id6790032465/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Ótimo

*2026-08-27*

Muito bom, Splitwise nunca mais

**Developer response:** Obrigado pelo feedback, Caio!

### 5/5 — Excelente para dividir despesas

*2026-08-26*

App muito completo e fácil de usar. A divisão de despesas é bem intuitiva e gosto principalmente de poder dividir de formas diferentes e o app já calcular a maneira mais simples de acertar as contas entre todo mundo. A interface é bonita, organizada e tem vários recursos que normalmente faltam em outros apps desse tipo. Recomendo bastante!

**Developer response:** Muito obrigado pelo feedback, Everton! Estamos trabalhando em várias melhorias de desempenho para tornar sua experiência ainda melhor. Devo subir uma nova versão ainda essa semana. Obrigado por usar o TakeControl!

### 2/5 — Ideia boa mas com problemas

*2026-08-26*

A ideia em si é boa, acredito que tenha potencial mas o app é muito confuso, não tem nenhum tipo de tutorial ou guia inicial, o aprendizado é na tentativa e erro. O processo de exclusão de conta e desnecessariamente complexo com diversos passos, um deles é receber código por email para excluir a conta, o que não faz sentido nenhum e nem funciona direito, o timer para reenviar o código pausa se minimizar o app. Enfim vários dark patterns de design desnecessariamente colocados

**Developer response:** Oi Wagner, muito obrigado polo teu feedback. Como o app foi lançado recentemente, era esperado que alguns bugs apareceriam mesmo com os vários e vários testes que realizei antes de publica-lo na loja. O Seu feedback e de outros usuários foram fundamentais, principalmente nesse início.

Sobre o processo de exclusão de conta, você tem razão e eu já ajustei. Por se tratar de um app financeiro acabei adicionando uma camada de "proteção" muito grande e até desnecessária. Mas o objetivo sempre foi dar mais segurança aos usuários e suas informações financeiras e não dificultar a exclusão para reter usuários. 

Subi uma nova versão com essa e várias outras correções (1.0.1).
Já está disponível para todos.

Devo subir uma nova versão ainda essa semana, com várias otimizações de desempenho.

Sobre ter algum tipo de tutorial, vou considerar melhorar essa questão nas próximas versões.
Também comecei a publicar alguns “tutoriais” no Blog, com passo a passo de como usar algumas funcionalidades do app. Ontem publiquei um sobre como importar grupos do Splitwise.

Se não for pedir muito, quero te pedir para testar e reavaliar o app. Me ajudaria muito! 

Caso encontre algum outro erro, você pode me enviar um e-mail: hello@gettakecontrol.app ou através do botão de “Enviar sugestão ou relatar erro” que se encontra no menu do app.

Mais uma vez, agradeço o feedback!

### 5/5 — Estou adorando

*2026-08-24*

Testei outros apps e esse foi o que mais gostei, perfeito para dividir contas. Bem fácil de usar!

**Developer response:** Luana, muito obrigado por usar o TakeControl!

### 5/5 — INCRÍVEL

*2026-08-18*

Esse app é incrível! Muito fácil e intuitivo de usar. Estou gostando bastante ⚡️

**Developer response:** Muito obrigado, João! Seu feedback é muito importante para nós!

### 5/5 — O melhor app para dividir despesas

*2026-08-17*

Ele permite configurar a divisão padrão gratuitamente, bom demais!

## Frequently asked questions about TakeControl

### How does TakeControl simplify debt settlement?

TakeControl reorganizes balances to show the minimum number of transfers needed to settle all debts within a group. This ensures no one overpays or underpays, but rather pays fewer times.

### Can I use TakeControl for expenses not split equally?

Yes, TakeControl allows you to divide expenses by percentage or by exact amount, accommodating situations where individuals contribute differently to a shared cost.

### Does TakeControl support multiple currencies?

Yes, TakeControl supports over 130 currencies. You can register expenses in the currency they were paid in, and balances are kept separate by currency.

### Can I add expenses without an internet connection?

Yes, TakeControl functions offline. You can register expenses as they happen and the app will synchronize when you regain a signal.

### How does TakeControl handle receipts?

You can attach receipts directly to expenses within TakeControl. The app also offers receipt scanning to automatically fill in expense details.

### Can people without the app be included in expense tracking?

Yes, you can add individuals as local members without requiring them to download the app. This allows you to manage divisions even if not everyone in the group wants to install the application.

### What kind of insights does TakeControl offer for groups?

TakeControl provides insights into spending pace over time, the group's financial panorama, member balance, and recent activity, helping to facilitate conversations about money.

### How often is TakeControl updated?

The app was last updated on 2026-08-17 with version 1.0.0, indicating recent development and support.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-09-07

In this update, we made a few improvements to make TakeControl more stable and enjoyable to use.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements.
• You can now hide deleted expenses.
• On Mac, the layout is now more comfortable and centered.
• Small performance and overall experience improvements.

Thanks for using TakeControl!

### 1.0.0 — 2026-08-17

No release notes.

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