Comparison

Pitaka vs MSB App

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

Head to head
About

Pitaka

Features
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Pitaka allows you to safely and easily manage and transact with your funds, giving you peace of mind and financial freedom.

About

MSB App

Features
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We believe that every Filipino deserves a clear and attainable path toward a successful and better future. And as we provide reliable financial solutions designed for real needs—from everyday savings to life-changing loans—we ensure that each customer receives the support and guidance they truly deserve. MSB makes banking simpler, more accessible, more personal, and truly empowering. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey, growing your business, or preparing for new opportunities, we are here to help you move forward with confidence. AT MSB, your dreams are our purpose. And together, we will make that happen. MSB— we are the way to your dreams!

Screenshots

Pitaka4 screens
MSB App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MSB App at every 6 days against Pitaka's every 3 weeks. Pitaka's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pitaka ships an update every 3 weeks, MSB App every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Pitaka versus MSB App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPitakaMSB App
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB37 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDIRECT AGENT 5 INCMalayan Savings Bank Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Pitaka

No in-app purchases

None

MSB App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pitaka free?
Pitaka is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MSB App free?
MSB App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pitaka or MSB App have ads?
Neither Pitaka nor MSB App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pitaka or MSB App?
Pitaka ships an update every 3 weeks, and MSB App every 6 days. Most recently, Pitaka was updated on October 8, 2026 and MSB App on October 9, 2026.

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