Comparison

DotCounter vs Colory Tally Counter

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

Head to head
About

DotCounter

This flexible counter app allows you to customize increments, starting values, and units for each count. Set targets, add notes, and organize with tags. Personalize with colors and shapes, with an optional premium upgrade for widgets and an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Customizable increment/decrement values
  • Set initial and target values
  • Add custom units and notes
  • Organize counters with tags
  • Personalize with themes and shapes
  • Home screen widget (Premium)
Features
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This counter lets you freely set how much the value increases or decreases with each tap. For example, you can count in increments of any number—such as 2, 4, 6, 8—or use decimals like 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and so on. ■ COUNTER SETTINGS – COUNTER NAME Set a custom name for each counter. – INCREASE / DECREASE PER COUNT You can set this to either a decimal or an integer. Each tap will increase or decrease the total by this amount. Example: If set to “0.5”, the count will go 0.5 → 1.0 → 1.5 → 2.0 → 2.5 → 3.0... – INITIAL VALUE Set the starting value for the counter. If left blank, counting begins from 0. – TARGET VALUE Set a target value for the counter. You can also combine this with an initial value to count down toward 0. – UNIT Set a unit to display below the count value. – NOTE Add notes or details about the counter. – SEARCH TAG If you have multiple counters, you can filter and display specific ones using tags. – COLORS AND SHAPES Choose a theme color and background shape for each counter. This app is free to use, so advertisements will be displayed. If you have feature requests or feedback, please feel free to leave a review on the App Store. ■Premium Unlock Premium with a one‑time purchase: • Home Screen widget for your favorite counter • Ad‑free experience • Customizable button colors ■terms  https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/us/terms.html ■privacypolicy  https://megamim.online/multicustomcounter-privacypolicy-en/

About

Colory Tally Counter

Features
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Colory Tally Counter is a versatile tally counter app that lets you add a splash of color and style to your counting tasks with 44 different colors and 41 unique icons. MAIN FEATURES - Easy Counting: Tap to count up (default +1), swipe left to count down (default -1), and long press to open the menu. - Adjustable Sizes: Display many counters with small size, or prioritize usability with large size. - Widgets: With the Pro version, add widgets to your home screen. On iOS 17.4 and above, count directly with +/- buttons on the home screen. Below iOS 17.4, see the counter values with colors and icons. - Detailed View: Customize counters with a preview. If you access detailed views frequently, enable the +/- button for quick access. Widgets also allow individual counter access. - Auto-Record: Each counter automatically logs counts with date and time. Ideal for tracking medication, feedings, and more. View detailed records to track changes easily. Pro version displays records by day, week, month, or year, and allows notes for each record. - Countdown Mode: Set individual counters to countdown mode (default target value is 0). Name displays with a “▼” when in countdown mode. Tap to count down, swipe left to count up. - Tagging: Use tags to filter and organize counters. Register tags beforehand for different use cases. - Sorting: Tap the edit button in the upper right of the home screen to sort counters via drag and drop or to delete counters. - Shortcuts: Long press the + button on the home screen to instantly create a counter with default settings. - Counter Menu: Long press a counter to access: - Detailed view - Record view - Decrease count (increase in countdown mode) - Edit value - Reset counter - Delete counter SETTINGS - Vibration on/off for counts - Screen sleep on/off - Sound effects on/off for counting - Change sound effects for count up/down - Change theme color (Pro only) - Change icon display position - +/- button mode on/off RECOMMENDED USES - Count items like beads, screws, or parts - Track scores or wins in games and sports - Record household chores like cleaning or shopping - Track consumables like tissues, toilet paper, or foil - Record practice sessions for reading or writing - Track knitting rows - Log workout reps - Record medication or supplement intake - Track water, caffeine, or alcohol intake - Log baby feedings or diaper changes - Manage plants with watering, fertilizing, or pruning records PRO VERSION - No ads - Widget functionality - Add notes to records - Display records segmented by time - Change theme colors Upgrade to the Pro version with a one-time lifetime purchase and enjoy all premium features forever. Special thanks to the following sources: == Icons == Blendicons https://blendicons.com/ ICOOON MONO https://icooon-mono.com/ Icon rainbow https://icon-rainbow.com/ シルエットAC https://www.silhouette-ac.com/ == Sound Effects == 効果音ラボ https://soundeffect-lab.info/ == Fonts == Zen Maru Gothic Licensed under SIL Open Font License 1.1 (http://scripts.sil.org/OFL) Copyright 2021 The Zen Maru Gothic Project Authors (https://github.com/googlefonts/zen-marugothic)

Screenshots

DotCounter4 screens
Colory Tally Counter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Colory Tally Counter at weekly against DotCounter's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. DotCounter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Colory Tally Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DotCounter ships an update every 3 months, Colory Tally Counter weekly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
DotCounter versus Colory Tally Counter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDotCounterColory Tally Counter
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB32 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperChisato NakagawaHikari Mano

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DotCounter

One-time1
  • Ad-free and feature unlock$2.99
1 purchases

Colory Tally Counter

One-time1
  • Pro Edition$3.99

Questions

Is DotCounter free?
DotCounter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Colory Tally Counter free?
Colory Tally Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DotCounter or Colory Tally Counter have ads?
Both DotCounter and Colory Tally Counter show ads.
Which is updated more often, DotCounter or Colory Tally Counter?
DotCounter ships an update every 3 months, and Colory Tally Counter weekly. Most recently, DotCounter was updated on November 4, 2026 and Colory Tally Counter on November 4, 2026.

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