iQIF vs BeanGo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iQIF
Easily create financial transactions on your mobile device and export them as QIF files for import into desktop finance applications like Quicken or GnuCash. This app focuses on mobile transaction entry, not full desktop syncing.
- Create transactions on iOS
- Export transactions as QIF files
- Import XML export of accounts
- Compatible with Quicken and GnuCash
- Mobile transaction entry interface
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Dissatisfied with the official Quicken iOS apps and only need to enter receipts on-the-go? Looking for a way to enter GnuCash transactions on the go? iQIF is perfect for you — now with support for importing .gnucash XML Account exports, and a brand-new, modern redesign built entirely in SwiftUI. iQIF lets you effortlessly create transactions on your iOS device and, when ready, export them as a QIF file that can be imported by Quicken, GnuCash, or any other money-management app. It is NOT a bloated pocket version of a full finance app — it's simply a fast mobile interface for creating transactions (it does not sync both ways with Quicken). Please note that your desktop finance application must be able to import QIF files. KNOWN ISSUES: PLEASE VERIFY YOUR VERSION OF QUICKEN CAN IMPORT QIF FILES BEFORE PURCHASING. Some newer versions of Quicken have deprecated the QIF format in favor of the proprietary OFX format. Does NOT work with Quicken Essentials. *** PLEASE CONTACT ME PERSONALLY WITH PROBLEMS BEFORE GIVING UP ON iQIF — I can't reach out to people who leave a critical review, but in many cases I can fix the issue or help you work around it. ***
BeanGo
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# BeanGo: Private Beancount Ledger & Accounting **Subtitle:** Double-entry bookkeeping for Beancount. ## Description Welcome to BeanGo, the ultimate private, plain-text accounting app designed for Beancount users and personal finance enthusiasts. BeanGo combines the power of double-entry bookkeeping with modern convenience, bringing your financial data to your fingertips while keeping it 100% secure on your device. Whether you're a seasoned Beancount power user or just starting your plain-text accounting journey, BeanGo makes tracking your money smart, fast, and completely private. ## Key Features - **100% Private & Local:** Your data is yours. BeanGo works directly with local `.bean` files. Sync seamlessly via iCloud Drive across all your Apple devices without relying on any third-party servers. No accounts or sign-ups required. - **Powerful Reports & Journal:** Track your net worth, income, and expenses with beautiful, easy-to-read charts. Scroll through your transaction history in the intuitive Journal view to stay on top of your cash flow. - **Raw Beancount Editor:** Power users rejoice! Edit your plain-text `.bean` files directly within the app. - **Multi-Currency Support:** Manage your global finances effortlessly. BeanGo supports full multi-currency tracking, making it perfect for international travelers and diverse portfolios. - **Privacy Mode:** Hide your balances with a single tap when reviewing your finances in shared or public spaces. - **Easy Setup:** New to Beancount? Our built-in ledger creator helps you set up your custom assets, income, and expenses structure in seconds. Take control of your finances with BeanGo – the smart, secure, and open way to track your wealth. Download now and experience the future of plain-text accounting!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: BeanGo at Free against iQIF's $1.99. BeanGo also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). iQIF's advantage is chart position (#153 vs unranked). On 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
BeanGo is free to download; iQIF costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | iQIF | BeanGo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (29 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 29 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #153 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eric Schramm | 博文 徐 |
Bugs and requests
iQIF
Reported bugs
20 issues- Blank screen when choosing .gnucash import option
- No import of categories via iTunes (outdated feature)
- Memorized transactions changing Account of new transaction
- Split transactions handled awkwardly due to old memorized transactions
- Email export can be slow
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- Date picker disappears
- Calculator picker covers number pad
- Account selection does not always recognize taps
- Category selection picks the first item not on search
- Crashes when selecting a stored payee
- Output file corrupted for Quicken
- Memos not imported unless split memo entered
- Export crashes the app
- Values are all zero when imported into Banktivity
- Umlaute not supported (older reviews)
- Date import issues (months in future)
- No customer support (one instance)
- App wipes out entered data and forgets categories/accounts
- Does not work with Quicken 2011 (QIF import limitations)
- File not emailing (resolved by developer)
Requested features
9 requests- Sync across multiple devices (iCloud)
- Add a starting balance to accounts
- Copying transactions
- Better editing functions (deleting entries)
- Ability to input date via keyboard
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- Dark mode option
- Ability to split transactions into multiple categories
- Add a field for comment/description to transfer to Quicken
- Synchronisation of contents on multiple devices via iCloud
BeanGo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iQIF
No in-app purchases
BeanGo
No in-app purchases









