Comparison

Tally Counter vs Keep a Count

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

Head to head
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/

About

Keep a Count

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Simplify your tasks with Keep a Count, the intuitive app designed to streamline counting tasks by counting in preset amounts! Track inventory in batches, manage workouts in predefined sets or count event attendees in pairs or groups of 10, this custom feature will allow a smooth record of any count in a user friendly design. Keep a Count has both positive and negative counters that allow you to make adjustments to the count by one or by an amount set by you. Custom amounts can be added or subtracted to the total without the need to be saved as presets. The presets are available to be tapped like a clicker much like the default plus or minus button but the amount changed is set by you. The count can also be edited at any time to any number when needed and the counts are labeled and can be changed at any time. Keep a Count is perfect for professionals, teachers, event staff, board game enthusiast, fitness gurus and anyone who loves simple solutions. Download now and experience stress-free counting!

Screenshots

Tally Counter4 screens
Keep a Count4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Keep a Count at none against Tally Counter's 11. On price, update cadence, 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. Keep a Count asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tally Counter ships an update monthly, Keep a Count every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Tally Counter versus Keep a Count: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTally CounterKeep a Count
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (273 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings273 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNatalia Jakubczyk-GajewskaAllan Cheung

Bugs and 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

Keep a Count

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Keep a Count

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tally Counter free?
Tally Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Keep a Count free?
Keep a Count is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tally Counter or Keep a Count have ads?
Neither Tally Counter nor Keep a Count shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tally Counter or Keep a Count?
Tally Counter ships an update monthly, and Keep a Count every 2 months. Most recently, Tally Counter was updated on October 18, 2026 and Keep a Count on October 8, 2026.

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