Comparison

Impulse Bye vs Halfsies

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

Head to head
About

Impulse Bye

Features
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Impulse Bye helps you practice spending intentionally, not impulsively. Instead of getting your dopamine from hitting that “Buy Now” button, get it from adding an item to your list, seeing your total saved go up, and throwing a little (digital) confetti in the air. Track the money you didn't spend on impulse buys and celebrate every dollar you save. ~ Key features Remember why you want to spend intentionally, not impulsively • see how much you resisted spending and delight in it going up over time • set a customizable banner to inspire you to save Add things to your Impulse Bye list, instead of buying them • add an item: its name, cost, and how badly you want it • answer 3 questions to help you overcome the urge to buy it right now • tag your items for simple categorization Take a moment to enjoy being in control of your cash • watch your total savings go up after you add an item • change the level of celebration to your liking Browse your list later, after the impulse has passed • search and filter through your items by want level, tags, and status • update items if you decide to buy them later or change your mind completely ~ Subscription options Start with a free trial of adding 33 items, then choose between a quarterly or annual subscription. Our trial is based on how many items you add, so you can take your time deciding if Impulse Bye is right for you. $7 for 3 months $20 for 1 year ~ App links Website: https://impulsebye.app Terms of Use: https://impulsebye.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.impulsebye.app/privacy-policy

About

Halfsies

This app helps couples manage joint finances by splitting a shared bank account into virtual 'Yours,' 'Mine,' and 'Ours' accounts. It automates budgeting, funding, and transaction sorting to provide a clear spendable balance and reduce financial disagreements.

Highlights
  • Virtual account splitting (Yours, Mine, Ours)
  • Automated budgeting and funding
  • Transaction sorting and categorization
  • Credit card integration
  • Split individual transactions
  • Privacy controls for personal budgets
  • Partner invites included
Features
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Know your spendable balance at a glance - no more guessing, no more fights. Halfsies splits your joint bank account into three virtual accounts: Yours, Mine, and Ours - so you always know exactly what you can spend. INDEPENDENCE WITHIN YOUR SHARED ACCOUNT Each virtual account has its own balance, transactions, and budget - where you can create stashes (digital envelopes) for expenses, goals, and savings. Halfsies makes it clear what money belongs to you, your partner, and shared. SMART AUTOMATION THAT DOES THE WORK FOR YOU Generate budgets instantly: Halfsies analyzes your recurring transactions and past spending to build an intelligent budget just for you—it’s fast, accurate, and feels like magic. Fully Automatic Funding: When your paycheck deposits, Halfsies auto-funds your stashes according to your budget. Meaning no manual transfers or tedious mental math on your part. Transaction Sorting: New transactions are automatically covered by their affiliated stash to cut out the busywork. Square Up: Fix overfunding and underfunding with the push of a button to uncover extra cash hiding in your budget, giving you a perfectly aligned budget in seconds. FLEXIBILITY FOR EVERY BUDGETING STYLE Your partner joins free: Invite your partner at no extra cost. They can link their own bank accounts into your household for a complete combined picture. Credit Card Integration: Attach your credit cards to any virtual account. Transactions flow in automatically, and your Spend amount instantly updates as your debt changes. Budget your way: Budget your bank accounts independently or together - it’s completely up to you. Split any transaction: Divide any expense between you and your partner instantly using the cash within your joint account - no running tabs, no “IOU’s,” no hassle. Organized categories: Group your stashes into custom categories for a cleaner, clearer budget that makes sense. Privacy controls: Choose whether your personal budget is hidden or visible to your partner. Perfect for couples who want privacy, transparency, or a mix of both. Intra-account transfers: Send money to your partner anytime from a virtual account or stash. You can even set transfers to recur automatically. SUBSCRIPTION & TRIAL Halfsies requires a subscription to use. All new users receive a free 7-day trial on our Sapling Tier so you can explore every feature, set up your budget, and see how Halfsies works for you before committing. PRIVACY & SECURITY We take data security and your privacy very seriously. We use bank-level AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS (Transport Layer Security) in transit to ensure your data is always safe. Privacy Policy: https://www.halfsiesbudgeting.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://www.halfsiesbudgeting.com/terms

Screenshots

Impulse Bye4 screens
Halfsies4 screens

Verdict

The call

Impulse Bye and Halfsies are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Impulse Bye sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.00 per 3 months and Halfsies sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Impulse Bye versus Halfsies: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImpulse ByeHalfsies
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSarah Joy CalpoCozy Seal Software LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Impulse Bye

Subscriptions2
  • Slow Spenders Club$7.003 Months
  • Slow Spenders Club$20.001 Year
6 purchases

Halfsies

Subscriptions6
  • Sapling Tier Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Oak Tier Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Grove Tier Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Sapling Tier Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Oak Tier Yearly$89.991 Year
  • Grove Tier Yearly$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Impulse Bye free?
Impulse Bye is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Halfsies free?
Halfsies is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Impulse Bye or Halfsies have ads?
Neither Impulse Bye nor Halfsies shows ads.

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