# Counter + vs Tally Counter

The clearest difference is ads: Tally Counter at none against Counter +'s shown. Counter +'s advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 58%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Counter + sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tally Counter sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for Counter + against 4.3 for Tally Counter. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 390 and 270 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Counter +'s written reviews are positive against 58% of Tally Counter's.

Counter + ships an update every 2 weeks, Tally Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Counter + | Tally Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (390 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-plus/id478557426/reviews) | **[4.3 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tally-counter-clicker/id6450890091/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **390** | 270 |
| Positive reviews | **74.5% of reviews** | 57.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Yan Kin LEUNG](https://appshunter.io/developer/320172517) | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) |

## What reviewers say

### Counter +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counter-plus/id478557426)

This app allows users to easily track multiple values simultaneously with customizable options. Personalize your experience with color themes and manage your counts efficiently with a history log and exportable reports.

**Highlights:** Multiple counter support, Customizable counters, Vibrant color themes, Comprehensive history log, Exportable reports, Left-handed mode

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Counter+ Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and efficient to use
- 👍 Customizable counters
- 👍 Helpful for specific use cases (e.g., shiny hunting, counting exercises, etc.)
- 👍 Simple and straightforward design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional missed taps or delayed response
- 🐛 Inability to go above 100,000
- 🐛 Ads appearing over buttons
- 🐛 Inability to delete or rearrange counters

**Reported bugs**

- Counters not resetting properly
- Crashing or freezing issues
- Inability to change counter names in multi-counter view

**Requested features**

- Add ability to count in decimals
- Implement dark mode or more color options
- Allow for more than 12 counters
- Add ability to delete or rearrange counters
- Implement sync across devices


### Tally Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tally-counter-clicker/id6450890091)

Easily track habits, scores, or quantities with a simple, distraction-free interface. This app allows for quick, single-tap counting with large, readable numbers and customizable counters. It's designed for everyday tasks, offering a clean and ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Simple tally counter interface, Unlimited counter creation, Customizable counter names and colors, Custom increment values, Ad-free experience, Large, easy-to-read fonts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Tally Counter Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Tally Counter Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Tally Counter Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Premium Subscription | $11.99 | per 6 months |
| Tally Counter Premium | $19.00 | per year |
| 3 Months Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🎨 Clean, customizable design with multiple layout options
- ⚡ Fast performance with rapid tapping capability
- 🏷️ Multiple counter support with custom naming
- 🔊 Audio feedback for button presses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing model ($10-40 for premium features)
- 🔐 Limited free version (only counts to 10)
- 📱 Requires payment for multiple counters
- ⚠️ Misleading 'no ads' claim with paywall instead
- 🚫 Aggressive premium prompts after free limit

**Reported bugs**

- App breaks or stops counting after reaching limit
- Buttons positioned too close to screen edges causing accidental taps
- Inconsistent free tier limits mentioned in reviews (10, 50, or 100 counts)
- UI confusion regarding counter creation and management

**Requested features**

- Delete or remove old counters
- Reorder counters beyond default arrangement
- Higher button placement to avoid accidental taps
- Ability to increment/decrement by values other than 1
- More transparent pricing and trial information


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Counter + free?

Counter + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tally Counter free?

Tally Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Counter + or Tally Counter?

Tally Counter is rated higher. Counter + averages 4.2 out of 5 from 390 ratings, while Tally Counter averages 4.3 from 270 ratings.

### Do Counter + or Tally Counter have ads?

Counter + shows ads; Tally Counter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Counter + or Tally Counter?

Counter + ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tally Counter monthly. Most recently, Counter + was updated on September 23, 2026 and Tally Counter on September 22, 2026.

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