Multi vs Ply
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Multi
This utility app allows users to independently track counts for up to three different items by simply tapping buttons on their screen. It's designed for straightforward, on-the-go tallying.
- Independent item counting
- Up to 3 counters
- Simple tap interface
- Basic utility function
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Multi Counter is a simple application to count items by tapping the buttons on the iPhone screen. Multi Counter shows up to 3 buttons, so users are able to count 3 types of items independently.
Ply
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Ply is a simple, focused counter for knitting and crochet. Track rows, manage repeats and keep your projects organized without distractions. • Projects - One counter per pattern. Name them, switch anytime and see your current row at a glance. • Rows first, repeats when you need them - Use a simple row counter or turn on repeat tracking and switch between row and repeat on a single screen. • Targets that match your patterns - Set an optional row target or repeat target and follow your progress clearly through each section. • Sections for larger projects - Split a project into parts like sleeves, panels or fronts and track each one independently. • Auto-increase repeat - When a row target is set, optionally advance the repeat automatically when you complete it. Fewer taps, smoother flow. • Apple Watch - Fast, simple controls for knitting on the go. Use it alongside your iPhone or on its own. • Widgets & complications - Check and adjust your latest project from the Home Screen or open it instantly from your Lock Screen or watch face. • Private by design - No account required. No ads. No tracking. A calm, reliable counter, built for the rhythm of knitting. Open, tap, knit.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Ply at every 3 weeks against Multi's every 12 months. Multi's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Multi ships an update every 12 months, Ply every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Multi | Ply |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Flumesoft | Marius Røsand |
In-app purchases
Multi
No in-app purchases
Ply
No in-app purchases








