Count This vs CountThings from Photos
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Count This
This utility app allows users to create and manage multiple counters simultaneously. It offers an efficient way to track various counts with a simple interface.
- Multiple counter creation
- Efficient tracking
- Simple interface
- Free to use
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Efficient multi-counter app.
CountThings from Photos
This app automatically counts objects in photos using advanced recognition technology. Customize counting templates and the user interface to fit specific workflows and needs. It offers privacy with offline operation and various licensing options for different users.
- Automatic object detection and counting
- Customizable counting templates
- User interface customization
- OEM customization for businesses
- Offline operation for privacy
- Multiple licensing options
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An automatic counting app built for organizations with repetitive counting tasks, designed to be secure and private. HANDS-ON SETUP & DEDICATED SUPPORT While CountThings works out of the box for many organizations, every operational workflow is unique. Unlike typical self-serve apps where you are left on your own, our team is directly available to speak with you and ensure your deployment succeeds. Contact us to create specialized Counting Templates for your specific items and environment, usually at no charge. Counting Templates are downloadable plugins that teach the app what to count. Reach out anytime to schedule a live walkthrough, explore configuration options, or consult with our team on best practices for integrating the app into your operations. FEATURE CONTROL Easily include optional tools like reports, forms, integrations, or your corporate branding and logo. Administrators can pre-configure user permissions and settings, so operators only see the specific screens, buttons, and visual elements needed for their repetitive counting tasks. 100% OFFLINE COUNTING For privacy and security, all counting processes run directly on your device rather than over the internet. You can count items anywhere, even with no active network connection. An internet connection is needed for initial setup, such as downloading Counting Templates, activating licenses, and syncing organization settings. DIRECT EXPERT SUPPORT Our technical team is readily available via video meetings to help you fine-tune the app for your operational needs and provide hands-on guidance for your workflow setup. Contact us anytime at support@CountThings.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Count This at 100% against CountThings from Photos's 43%. Count This also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). CountThings from Photos's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 26 months) and ratings volume (152 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Count This sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CountThings from Photos sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Count This holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CountThings from Photos has 152 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Count This's written reviews are positive against 43% of CountThings from Photos's.
Count This ships an update every 26 months, CountThings from Photos every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Count This | CountThings from Photos |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better | 3.8 (152 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 42.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 152 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 175 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cornel Borcean | Dynamic Ventures, Inc. |
Customer experience
Count This
CountThings from Photos
Bugs and requests
Count This
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
CountThings from Photos
Reported bugs
9 issues- Counts blank spaces or background areas incorrectly
- Significant undercounting of small items (pills, nematodes)
- Overcounting identical items dramatically (365 instead of 105)
- Fails to count items consistently across photo rotations
- Manual counter only counts 1 item regardless of input
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- Cannot detect items in screenshots of app demos
- Counts corner boxes twice due to depth perception
- Photo attachment not working on iPhone 13
- Inconsistent results with similar-colored objects
Requested features
9 requests- Lower monthly subscription pricing ($20-30/month range)
- One-time lifetime purchase option
- Tiered pricing for occasional users
- Educational discount or free trial for students
- Postage stamp counting template
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- Better manual counting circle sizing before capture
- Improved photo saving and organization features
- Gold bar counting template
- Higher free trial limit for evaluation
In-app purchases
Count This
- Unlimited Access$0.99
CountThings from Photos
- 24h License$23.99
- 24h Licenses - Pack of 4$79.99
- Pay-Per-Count$79.99
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- CountThings License (1 month)$119.99
- 24h Licenses - Pack of 10$149.99
Questions
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