# Snowball Analytics vs Zerosum

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Snowball Analytics at 2.2K against Zerosum's 38. Snowball Analytics also leads on chart position (#87 vs unranked). Zerosum's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Snowball Analytics sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Zerosum sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Snowball Analytics against 4.9 for Zerosum. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Snowball Analytics has 2.2K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Snowball Analytics's written reviews are positive against 92% of Zerosum's.

Snowball Analytics ships an update weekly, Zerosum every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Snowball Analytics | Zerosum |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball-analytics/id6463484375/reviews) | **[4.9 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zerosum-zero-based-budgeting/id6784319439/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | 90.3% of reviews | **91.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#87** | — |
| Size | 29 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Snowball Analytics](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704461538) | [Pedro Fidalgo](https://appshunter.io/developer/6784319441) |

## What reviewers say

### Snowball Analytics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball-analytics/id6463484375)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

Consolidate investment accounts for comprehensive portfolio analysis and dividend tracking. Monitor stocks, ETFs, funds, and crypto across numerous exchanges with detailed performance metrics and AI-powered insights. Set financial goals and visualize your progress.

**Highlights:** Consolidated portfolio overview, Automatic dividend tracking, Performance analytics (IRR, diversification), AI-powered portfolio insights, Goal setting and progress tracking, Home screen widgets

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter | $7.99 | per month |
| Investor | $14.99 | per month |
| Expert | $24.99 | per month |
| Starter | $79.99 | per year |
| Investor | $149.99 | per year |
| Expert | $249.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient portfolio tracking
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 💡 Detailed analytics and forecasting
- 🔍 Comprehensive dividend tracking
- 📊 Helpful visualization tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with some brokers
- 🕰️ Delayed data updates
- 💰 Subscription fees may be high for some
- 🤔 Confusing user interface in certain areas

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect portfolio valuations
- Syncing issues with certain brokerages

**Requested features**

- Add crypto and real estate tracking
- Improve manual data import/editing capabilities
- Implement multi-language support
- Develop iPad and desktop versions


### Zerosum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zerosum-zero-based-budgeting/id6784319439)

Plan your finances with a zero-based budgeting approach. Track every dollar, set savings goals, and gain insights with detailed analytics. Supports bank syncing or manual entry, and allows family sharing.

**Highlights:** Zero-based budgeting, Savings goal setting, Detailed analytics and forecasts, Recurring transaction scheduling, Bank sync or manual entry, Family budget sharing

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zerosum Basic (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Zerosum Plus (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Zerosum Pro (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Zerosum Basic (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Zerosum Plus | $49.99 | per year |
| Zerosum Pro (Annual) | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Snowball Analytics free?

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

### Is Zerosum free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Snowball Analytics or Zerosum?

Zerosum is rated higher. Snowball Analytics averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Zerosum averages 4.9 from 38 ratings.

### Do Snowball Analytics or Zerosum have ads?

Neither Snowball Analytics nor Zerosum shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Snowball Analytics or Zerosum?

Snowball Analytics ships an update weekly, and Zerosum every 2 days. Most recently, Snowball Analytics was updated on November 12, 2026 and Zerosum on November 12, 2026.

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