# Checkbook vs Accounts 2 Checkbook

The clearest difference is price: Checkbook at Free against Accounts 2 Checkbook's $3.99. Checkbook also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). Accounts 2 Checkbook's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, ratings volume, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Checkbook is free to download; Accounts 2 Checkbook costs $3.99 up front. Checkbook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Accounts 2 Checkbook asks for nothing beyond the download.

Accounts 2 Checkbook holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 6.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Checkbook's written reviews are positive against 63% of Accounts 2 Checkbook's.

Checkbook ships an update every 6 weeks, Accounts 2 Checkbook every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Checkbook | Accounts 2 Checkbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [4.3 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkbook-account-tracker/id484000695/reviews) | **[4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accounts-2-checkbook/id494333145/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 6.7K |
| Positive reviews | 55.8% of reviews | **63.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Best chart rank | #147 | **#76** |
| Size | 122 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beesoft Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1420966143) | [SVT Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/286029963) |

## What reviewers say

### Checkbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkbook-account-tracker/id484000695)

**Currently charting:** #147 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

Manage your daily finances with this app, tracking credit card charges, cash expenditures, and more. It offers multiple accounts, recurring transactions, fund transfers, and detailed reports with graphs. Easily search and export your financial data.

**Highlights:** Multiple account tracking, Recurring transaction saving, Fund transfers between accounts, Export data in CSV, QIF, HTML, Calendar view of transactions, Reports and charts for expenses/income, Passcode protection

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium - 1 Year | $7.99 | per year |
| Premium - 1 Year | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium - 1 Year | $9.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Checkbook Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to use
- 📊 Helpful charts and reports
- 🔄 Seamless sync across devices
- 🧮 Convenient built-in calculator
- 🗂️ Ability to manage multiple accounts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lacking advanced search/filtering
- 🔁 Recurring transactions issues
- 🔒 Concerns about data security
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Account balances not updating correctly
- Transactions disappearing or duplicating
- Sync issues between devices
- App crashes or freezes after updates

**Requested features**

- Custom categories and icons
- Budgeting and forecasting tools
- Ability to attach receipts/photos
- Improved account organization options
- Automatic balance reconciliation


### Accounts 2 Checkbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accounts-2-checkbook/id494333145)

**Currently charting:** #76 Top Paid · Finance (US App Store)

Manage your personal finances and replace your paper checkbook with this intuitive app. Track daily transactions, schedule recurring payments, and capture photo receipts. Generate insightful reports and export your data for easy analysis.

**Highlights:** Schedule recurring transactions, Capture and store photo receipts, Generate graphs and reports, Sync data via iCloud, Export data in CSV, QIF, HTML, Reconcile transactions, Touch and Face ID support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Excellent app for managing finances
- 🔍 Detailed reporting and analytics
- 🔁 Recurring transactions feature
- 📱 Seamless sync between devices
- 🗓️ Helpful for budgeting and tracking spending

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Data loss and sync issues
- 🔒 Lack of customer support and communication
- 🤔 Confusing or missing features (e.g. split transactions, sorting, budgeting)
- 💰 Paid upgrades required for new features

**Reported bugs**

- Accounts and transactions disappearing without explanation
- Recurring transactions not working as expected
- Syncing issues between iPhone and iPad
- App crashes and freezes, especially after updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to hide/archive old accounts
- Option to set recurring transactions with custom dates
- Improved sync reliability between devices
- Better reporting and forecasting tools
- Integration with banks/financial institutions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Checkbook free?

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

### Is Accounts 2 Checkbook free?

Accounts 2 Checkbook costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Checkbook or Accounts 2 Checkbook?

Accounts 2 Checkbook is rated higher. Checkbook averages 4.3 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Accounts 2 Checkbook averages 4.5 from 6.7K ratings.

### Do Checkbook or Accounts 2 Checkbook have ads?

Checkbook shows ads; Accounts 2 Checkbook does not.

### Which is updated more often, Checkbook or Accounts 2 Checkbook?

Checkbook ships an update every 6 weeks, and Accounts 2 Checkbook every 2 weeks. Most recently, Checkbook was updated on November 1, 2026 and Accounts 2 Checkbook on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Checkbook or Accounts 2 Checkbook?

Checkbook currently peaks at #147 in the App Store charts, and Accounts 2 Checkbook at #76. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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