Comparison

Counter vs Tally Counter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Counter

Features
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Looking for an easy way to track your progress? Our app has got you covered! With our simple and intuitive counter, you can easily keep track of any activity you want. Whether you're counting reps at the gym or tracking your daily water intake, our app makes it a breeze. Simply tap the screen to increase the count and watch the numbers update in real-time. Download now and start counting towards your goals! Special Features: 1. Save your current count and start counting again without losing your previous counts. 2. Add all your distinct counts once you are done counting. 3. Separate Reset buttons for resetting current count, previous counts, and the sum of all your counts.

About

Tally Counter

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
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This is a simple tally counter app for fast, distraction-free counting. Do you need a quick way to count things without pen and paper? Are you tracking repetitions, habits, scores, or quantities? Looking for a clean counter app with no ads and large, readable numbers? Counter helps you count anything with a single tap. It’s designed to be minimal, clear, and easy to use for everyday counting tasks. THIS APP WILL HELP YOU: ● Count items, repetitions, people, or events quickly ● Track multiple things at the same time ● Stay focused with a clean, ad-free interface ● Read numbers easily thanks to large fonts FEATURES ● Very simple tally counter interface ● Create unlimited counters ● Set custom names for each counter ● Assign colours to organize counters visually ● Set custom increment values ● Choose different layouts ● No ads or distractions ● Large, easy-to-read fonts — — — What is this app used for? This app is used as a tally counter to track numbers, repetitions, scores, habits, or any quantity that needs quick counting. Can I create more than one counter? Yes. You can create as many counters as you like and manage them independently. Is this suitable for daily use and simple tracking? Yes. The app is designed for everyday counting tasks such as workouts, habits, events, classroom activities, or games. Does the app include ads? No. The app is completely ad-free to keep the experience focused and distraction-free. Can I customize how my counters look? Yes. You can set names, colours, layouts, and increment values for each counter. Is the Counter app free? The app is free to download and use, with optional premium features available through in-app purchases. — — — If you enjoy the app, please leave a review on the App Store. Your feedback really helps. Questions or suggestions? We’d love to hear from you. Support Email: AppsForParents@gmail.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/site/appsforparentsprivacy/

Screenshots

Counter3 screens
Tally Counter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Counter at none against Tally Counter's 11. Counter also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tally Counter sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Counter ships an update every 3 days, Tally Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Counter versus Tally Counter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCounterTally Counter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (273 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—59.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—273 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoo-nam KimNatalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska

Bugs and requests

Counter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tally Counter

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

In-app purchases

None

Counter

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Tally Counter

Subscriptions10
  • 1 Week Premium Subscription7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Tally Counter Premium$5.997 Days
  • Tally Counter Premium3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • Tally Counter Premium1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • 6 Months Premium Subscription$11.996 Months
  • Tally Counter Premium$19.001 Year
  • 3 Months Premium Subscription$19.993 Months
  • 1 Year Premium Subscription$24.991 Year
  • 1 Year Premium Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Premium Subscription$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is Counter free?
Counter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tally Counter free?
Tally Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Counter or Tally Counter have ads?
Neither Counter nor Tally Counter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Counter or Tally Counter?
Counter ships an update every 3 days, and Tally Counter monthly. Most recently, Counter was updated on October 25, 2026 and Tally Counter on October 24, 2026.

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