Comparison

Tally vs DSA Connect+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tally

Easily create interactive polls directly within iMessage conversations. Settle debates, make group decisions, or simply have fun with photo polls. Votes are counted live without leaving the chat.

Highlights
  • Create polls within iMessage
  • Photo polls for voting
  • Bandwagon proof voting
  • Live vote counting
  • Group decision making
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With Tally, you can create fun and interactive polls right within iMessage! - Photo Polls Create fun polls in which you and your chat can vote for the best photo From settling the score with your friends, - “Who will win the championship?” - “Would you rather …” - “Who's the best at ...” To making decisions with your co-workers, - “Where should we have our meeting on Monday?” - “What should we have for lunch? ” - "Do you think John qualifies as a manager?" Tally can help you do so with ease! - Bandwagon Proof When voting you cannot see what others have already selected - Live Vote Counting With Tally, you can watch the changing tide of a poll as everybody's votes come in. (Without needing to exit and reopen the message) *Requires iCloud account

About

DSA Connect+

Features
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DSA Connect+ is the exclusive community app for Professional Members of the Designer Society of America (DSA). Built for residential interior designers, this app makes it easier than ever to connect, collaborate, and grow alongside peers who share your passion for design. With DSA Connect+, you can: Engage with peers – Share updates, post questions, and join discussions in a members-only newsfeed. Collaborate by topic – Explore dedicated spaces for events, announcements, networking, clients & projects, vendors & materials, trends, education, and more. Join groups that fit you – From region-specific networks to niche interests like solo designers or book clubs, find your place in the design community. Message directly – Build relationships and stay connected with fellow designers through one-to-one chat Learn and grow – Gain insights, exchange advice, and strengthen your professional toolkit through open discussions and shared resources Designed exclusively for DSA Professional Members, this app is your go-to hub for building meaningful connections, staying inspired, and shaping the future of residential interior design. Download DSA Connect+ today and experience the power of community in design.

Screenshots

Tally4 screens
DSA Connect+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DSA Connect+ at none against Tally's 1. Tally's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tally sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DSA Connect+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tally ships an update fortnightly, DSA Connect+ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tally versus DSA Connect+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTallyDSA Connect+
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIsaiah SuarezDesigner Society of America INC

Bugs and requests

Tally

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Cannot delete the app
  • Tally+ upgrade stopped working
  • Support link doesn't work
  • Polls can be changed by others
  • Does not work with Androids
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  • Boxes disappear after voting on Android
  • Cannot purchase Tally+
  • Free upgrade not received
  • App disabled after update
  • Blank screen after creating poll
  • Tally is unable to load
  • Cannot see results of a tally
  • App disappearing after submitting vote
  • Requires iCloud Drive to be turned on

Requested features

13 requests
  • Allow participants to see voting selections
  • Allow selecting multiple options
  • Allow adding more than 4 choices
  • Ranked voting
  • Leave poll open for adding new choices
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  • Add images to polls
  • See who voted for what
  • Allow creator to see who voted for what
  • Setting for voting for multiple options
  • Give certain people more voting power
  • Rating polling with a sliding scale
  • Wrap text for options
  • See previous tallies in the same message

DSA Connect+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tally

One-time1
  • Tally+$4.99
None

DSA Connect+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tally free?
Tally is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DSA Connect+ free?
DSA Connect+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tally or DSA Connect+ have ads?
Neither Tally nor DSA Connect+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tally or DSA Connect+?
Tally ships an update fortnightly, and DSA Connect+ every 4 months. Most recently, Tally was updated on November 2, 2026 and DSA Connect+ on October 28, 2026.

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