Comparison

SubManager vs SubControl

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

Head to head
About

SubManager

Effortlessly manage all your recurring service payments in one centralized location. Receive timely reminders before renewals to avoid unexpected charges. Gain valuable insights into your spending habits and keep your finances organized.

Highlights
  • Unlimited subscription tracking
  • Advance renewal notifications (up to 90 days)
  • Foreign currency conversion
  • Subscription insights
  • iCloud sync
  • Widgets and Siri Shortcuts
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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Stop wasting money on subscriptions. Featured in 9to5Mac’s Indie App Spotlight Track all your subscriptions in one place with SubManager — a simple, private, and powerful way to stay on top of your recurring payments. - Know exactly what you’re paying every month - Avoid unexpected charges and forgotten renewals - Stay in control of all your subscriptions in one place - No ads or accounts required - Private by design — your data syncs securely with iCloud - Access your data across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple Vision Pro, and the web via iCloud Key features: - Unlimited subscription tracking - Renewal reminders (up to 90 days in advance) - Spending insights - Currency conversion for international subscriptions - iCloud sync across all your devices - Home Screen & Lock Screen widgets - Apple Watch support - Siri Shortcuts - Web app for viewing your data anywhere - No ads Unlock advanced features with a one-time purchase by upgrading to SubManager+: - Import subscriptions from documents with Apple Intelligence - Calendar view - Free trial tracking - Categories & payment methods - Price history tracking - Search App Store icons - Advanced insights - Archive expired subscriptions - Expiry notifications - Store lifetime subscriptions - App lock - Export to CSV, PDF or JSON and import from JSON - Change the app icon on your iPhone or iPad to your local currency Feedback is always welcome. You can send your feedback by going to Settings -> Send Feedback Follow SubManager on social media: X @SubManagerApp Bluesky @submanager.app Mastodon @submanager@indieapps.space Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SubControl

Features
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SubControl helps you track subscriptions, free trials, renewal dates, and recurring payments — without connecting a bank account. Add your subscriptions manually, choose from a large subscription catalog, set local reminders, track free trials before they turn into paid plans, and find cancellation steps for services you no longer use. SubControl is built for people who want control without giving away financial access. No bank login. No account required. No ads. No analytics SDK. Local-first by design. KEY FEATURES Track subscriptions Add recurring subscriptions and see what you’re actively tracking in one clean dashboard. Free trial reminders Starting a free trial? Save the trial end date and get reminded before it turns into a paid subscription. Subscription catalog Search from popular subscription services and quickly prefill details while still keeping full manual control. Renewal calendar View upcoming renewals and trial end dates in a simple calendar layout. Local reminders Set reminders before renewals or trial endings. Notifications are handled locally on your device. Cancellation guides Find steps to cancel subscriptions you no longer use. SubControl provides guidance only and does not cancel subscriptions automatically. Spending insights Understand your recurring costs by month, year, category, and active subscriptions. Unused subscription tracking Mark subscriptions you may no longer use and review possible savings opportunities. Private export tools Export your subscription list and keep portable records of what you track. Encrypted backup and restore Move your subscription data without giving up privacy. PRIVACY-FIRST SubControl does not require a bank connection, account, or financial institution login. Your subscription data is stored on your device. The app is designed to help you stay organized while keeping your information private and local. PRO FEATURES SubControl Pro unlocks unlimited tracking, advanced reminders, full insights, export tools, encrypted backup, and more control over your subscription life. MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS YOUR WAY SubControl does not connect to banks or cancel subscriptions for you. Instead, it helps you track what you pay for, remember renewal dates, monitor free trials, and find cancellation instructions when you decide to stop using a service. Take control of recurring payments — privately.

Screenshots

SubManager4 screens
SubControl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SubControl at every 3 days against SubManager's every 8 days. SubControl also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.4). SubManager's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. SubManager sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and SubControl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SubManager ships an update every 8 days, SubControl every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SubManager versus SubControl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubManagerSubControl
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (65 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews97.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings65 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.414.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhnaf MahmudNyamdorj Tuguldur

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SubManager

One-time3
  • SubManager+ Family Upgrade$6.99
  • SubManager+$7.99
  • SubManager+ Family$14.99
2 purchases

SubControl

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pass$3.991 Month
  • Annual Pro$19.991 Year

Questions

Is SubManager free?
SubManager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SubControl free?
SubControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SubManager or SubControl have ads?
Neither SubManager nor SubControl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SubManager or SubControl?
SubManager ships an update every 8 days, and SubControl every 3 days. Most recently, SubManager was updated on October 12, 2026 and SubControl on September 30, 2026.

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