# Counter vs PlateDetect

The clearest difference is price: Counter at Free against PlateDetect's $1.99. Counter also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). PlateDetect's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Counter is free to download; PlateDetect costs $1.99 up front. PlateDetect sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

PlateDetect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Counter ships an update every 6 weeks, PlateDetect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Counter | PlateDetect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-count-and-sum/id1512670972/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platedetect/id6782638884/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 9 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mario Fischer](https://appshunter.io/developer/866086599) | [Ona Pacholo Asis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896650203) |

## What reviewers say

### Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-count-and-sum/id1512670972)

This tool helps you track any number with customizable increments and progress targets. Syncs across devices, allows for detailed notes, and offers exportable reports. Personalize your counters with names, colors, and icons for a tailored experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable step intervals, Progress tracking with target values, Real-time iCloud synchronization, Organized counting history with notes, Data export to PDF reports, Personalize counter names, colors, and icons, Apple Watch integration with complications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


### PlateDetect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platedetect/id6782638884)

This app reads license plates directly on your device using your camera or imported photos. It offers features for checking plate readability from a distance, managing scan history, and setting up custom alerts for specific plates.

**Highlights:** On-device license plate reading, Live camera scan, Photo import recognition, Readability checks, History management, Watchlist alerts, Plate format configuration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlateDetect Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Counter free?

Counter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PlateDetect free?

PlateDetect costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Counter or PlateDetect?

PlateDetect is rated higher. Counter averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PlateDetect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Counter or PlateDetect have ads?

Neither Counter nor PlateDetect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Counter or PlateDetect?

Counter ships an update every 6 weeks, and PlateDetect every 3 weeks. Most recently, Counter was updated on November 3, 2026 and PlateDetect on October 31, 2026.

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