Comparison

Flex vs SplitLens

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

Head to head
About

Flex

This app allows renters to split their monthly rent into smaller, manageable payments. It facilitates on-time rent payments, helps build credit history, and offers a flexible repayment schedule.

Highlights
  • Split rent into smaller payments
  • Pay rent on your own schedule
  • Build credit history
  • Access to a credit line for rent
  • Pay rent on time
Features
Currently charting
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Join 3.5 million customers using Flex. Split your rent into 2 payments—the first when it's due, the second on a date you choose during the month. When unexpected expenses hit, Flex gives you breathing room, whether you're paid weekly, biweekly, or have variable income. Your landlord or property gets paid upfront. Help build your credit history with on-time payments. Still have money left over on the 1st. HOW IT WORKS 1. Apply for Flex. If approved, set up your address and choose your payment schedule. 2. Your rent gets paid in full to your landlord or property. 3. You split rent payments in 2: half when rent is due, half before the end of the month. BUILD CREDIT FOR PAYING RENT Your on-time payments are reported to all major credit bureaus at no extra cost, so the rent you already pay can help to build credit history. SEE, SPLIT AND PAY YOUR BILLS IN ONE APP Flex is the app to split and pay your bills. Split your rent, car payment and everyday bills into smaller payments on dates that work for you. TRANSPARENT PRICING, BUILT TO GET YOU AHEAD What it costs: up to $5.99/month for the Flex membership, a 0.5% processing fee on the total bill amount, and a split fee of up to 3% of what you borrow (no reduction with early repayment). Debit card: no added charge. Credit card: 2.5% surcharge. FAQs - Can I pay rent, or my bills, in installments? Yes. One payment when your rent is due, a second later in the month, on a schedule you choose. - Is Flex a loan? No. Flex provides a line of credit through its bank partners, not a loan. - Does Flex report to credit bureaus? When turned on, on-time payments are reported to TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax, which helps build your credit history, included free with your Flex membership. *The #1 rent splitting app based on app store reviews, 2026. Disclosure Flexible Finance, Inc., together with its subsidiaries ("Flex"), is a financial technology company, not a bank. All loans, lines of credit , banking services, loan disbursements, and payment transmissions are offered by Lead Bank or Column N.A., Members FDIC. An application and credit assessment are required for approval. Availability of Flex services is subject to landlord and biller eligibility. Flex Rent users may pay a recurring monthly membership fee of $5.99; membership automatically renews until canceled. Flex Rent and Flex Bills users must pay a processing fee of 0.5% of your total rent or bill amount when paying your rent or bills through Flex services (an additional 2.5% surcharge applies when using a credit card). A split fee of up to 3% for each line of credit, based on how much you borrow each month, is also charged and cannot be reduced with early repayment. Flex Pay in Full users who are not extended a line of credit, are also subject to the 0.5% processing fee of their total rent amount (an additional 2.5% surcharge fee applies when using a credit card). Flex Pay in Full users who are not extended a line of credit are not subject to a recurring monthly membership fee. Other third party fees may apply. See your offer for more details. Positive rent payment history and information about your loan may be reported to one or more national credit bureaus. Your Flex payment history may impact your access to additional Flex services. All loan amounts vary based on eligibility. Any graphics are for illustrative purposes only. Terms and conditions apply. Neither Flex nor any of its subsidiaries disburse loan proceeds or engage in the movement of consumer funds. Brokering activities are performed by Flexible Finance Brokering, Inc. Servicing and collection activities are performed by Flexible Finance Servicing, Inc. Licenses Flexible Finance Brokering, Inc., Nationwide Multistate Licensing System ("NMLS") ID #2599800 Flexible Finance Servicing, Inc., NMLS ID #2256673 Please refer to NMLS Consumer Access for information on our licenses.

About

SplitLens

Features
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SplitLens helps you track subscriptions, shared household costs, one-time purchases, and payment records in one simple place. Keep your recurring charges organized, see what is coming up, and understand how much you are really spending each month. SplitLens is built for people who share subscriptions, bills, utilities, or household purchases with friends, partners, roommates, or family. Features include: • Track weekly, monthly, and yearly subscriptions • See your monthly subscription cost • Add one-time purchases like utilities, groceries, shared bills, and household expenses • Split costs with household members • Track payment status • Save receipts and payment records for personal reference • View purchase and payment history • Restore purchases • Export and import backup data • Use the app without creating an account SplitLens Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks premium tracking features, including unlimited subscriptions, renewal calendar view, renewal reminders, backup/export/import tools, and advanced household payment tracking. The free version includes up to 5 subscriptions, unlimited one-time purchases, household split viewing, payment receipts, and basic tracking tools. SplitLens is privacy-first. No account is required, and your tracking data is stored locally on your device. Payment receipts and records created in SplitLens are for personal record-keeping only.

Screenshots

Flex4 screens
SplitLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flex at none against SplitLens's 1. Flex also leads on chart position (#33 vs unranked). SplitLens's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. SplitLens sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Flex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Flex versus SplitLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlexSplitLens
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (521K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings521K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#33 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlexible Finance, Inc.Baylen Thornton

Bugs and requests

Flex

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incorrect rent amounts charged
  • Payments not processed on time
  • Account deactivation issues
  • Linking property portal problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Self-payment option
  • Flexible rent amount split
  • Improved communication channels
  • Timely notifications about payment status

SplitLens

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Flex

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SplitLens

One-time1
  • SplitLens Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Flex free?
Flex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SplitLens free?
SplitLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flex or SplitLens have ads?
Flex shows ads; SplitLens does not.

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