Comparison

Microsoft Bing Search vs Counterly

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

Head to head
About

Microsoft Bing Search

This AI-powered search engine provides quick, curated answers and helps you discover information more efficiently. It integrates generative AI to summarize key points and offers tools like image creation and visual search.

Highlights
  • AI-powered curated answers
  • Copilot Search integration
  • Image Creator with AI
  • Visual and voice search
  • Microsoft Rewards integration
  • Weather forecasts
  • Customizable homepage wallpaper
Currently charting
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Microsoft Bing delivers fast, intelligently curated answers and makes it easier than ever to discover more. Introducing Copilot Search in Bing Copilot Search in Bing brings AI to search where clear answers and key information are quickly curated at the top of your search results. Kickstart your next discovery with a new search to unlock the possibilities of where your curiosity can take you. Unlock answers faster Copilot Search in Bing brings intelligence to search so you can spend less time searching and more time discovering. Depending on your query, you’ll get an easy-to-scan layout of information, a summary of the most critical points, or a clear answer. No more hunting across the web. Explore deeper Need to dive deeper? The next answer or new angle is waiting for you with helpful web links and clickable follow-up topics. It brings the best of traditional and generative search together to help you find what you need – and discover more. Discover confidently Perfect for when you want to go heads-down to write a paper, learn something new, explore a passion project, or simply let your curiosity wonder. Choose from a variety of suggested queries to start your journey or simply start a new search to harness the power of AI to get curated results. Try Copilot Search in Bing today! All the highlights New homepage: Stay updated on topics you're following, and get quick access to Microsoft features Copilot Search in Bing: Seamlessly find a topic to explore within your everyday search flow Image Creator: Create images from words with AI Visual search: Search right from your camera or by uploading a picture Voice search: Tap the mic icon and use your voice to search Microsoft Rewards: Earn more rewards is easy, simple, and fun. Just search with the Microsoft Bing app and you’ll earn faster than ever Weather: See the forecast for today and the week ahead Wallpaper: Pick from a collection of beautiful images featured on the Bing homepage Functions mentioned above not available in all markets, actual features and display contents may vary.

About

Counterly

Features
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Counterly is the easiest way to keep track of what matters most in your life. Whether it's gym visits, books read, beers enjoyed, emotional moments, or date nights—Counterly turns simple counting into insightful analytics, helping you understand your habits, patterns, and progress. Key Features: Effortless Counting: Quickly add, subtract, or manage your counts right from intuitive widgets on your home screen. Customizable Counters: Track any activity or event you care about, personalized just for you. Powerful Insights: Gain clarity through detailed statistics and charts, including daily patterns, weekly averages, monthly summaries, and yearly trends. Widget Support: Keep your counters accessible at a glance, allowing instant updates and effortless habit tracking. Beautiful Design: A sleek, intuitive user experience that makes tracking a pleasure, not a chore. Whether you're aiming to improve wellness, increase productivity, or simply capture life's important moments, Counterly provides the tools and insights to keep you motivated. Make your habits visible, track your progress effortlessly, and discover powerful insights about yourself. Start counting today—transform everyday actions into meaningful insights with Counterly. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Microsoft Bing Search4 screens
Counterly3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microsoft Bing Search at none against Counterly's 2. Microsoft Bing Search also leads on chart position (#80 vs unranked). Counterly's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price 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. Counterly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Microsoft Bing Search asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Microsoft Bing Search versus Counterly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrosoft Bing SearchCounterly
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (299K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews54.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings299K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
Best chart rank#80 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size261 MB26 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMicrosoft CorporationThomas Flanaghan

Bugs and requests

Microsoft Bing Search

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Rewards points not tracking correctly
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Search bar text size issues
  • Disappearing Rewards tab
  • Inconsistent daily check-in functionality

Requested features

5 requests
  • Restore previous tab functionality
  • Customizable home screen
  • Improved Microsoft Rewards integration
  • Ability to disable news/ads on home screen
  • Better image search and generation tools

Counterly

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Microsoft Bing Search

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Counterly

Subscriptions2
  • Counterly$4.991 Month
  • Counterly Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Microsoft Bing Search free?
Microsoft Bing Search is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Counterly free?
Counterly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Microsoft Bing Search or Counterly have ads?
Microsoft Bing Search shows ads; Counterly does not.

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