Comparison

ShelfIt vs SubsPad

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

Head to head
About

ShelfIt

Manages recurring bills and subscriptions with reminders and spending history. Offers Home Screen widgets and calendar sync for easy tracking. Prioritizes privacy with no bank linking or email scanning.

Highlights
  • Subscription and bill tracking
  • Renewal reminders
  • Spending history with charts
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Calendar sync
  • iCloud sync
  • Multi-currency support
Features
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A cleaner way to manage subscriptions. Renewals, reminders, and spending history — plus Home Screen widgets for what's next. Privacy-first: no bank linking, no email scanning. You add subscriptions manually — ShelfIt keeps things organized with reminders and spending history. Billing Review: even if you haven't opened the app in a while, ShelfIt can generate charges based on your billing cycle. When you're back, review and remove cancelled items to keep your spending stats accurate. Track subscriptions, bills, and memberships — your way • Add App Store subscriptions fast with search • Or create anything manually: streaming, gym, rent, utilities, insurance, SaaS, cloud storage, and more Home Screen Widgets • See what’s next at a glance • Pin subscriptions to your widget for faster access (pinning only affects the widget display) Calendar sync • Sync renewal dates to the iOS Calendar • Each billing date appears as a normal calendar event • Use Calendar app features like alerts, search, and views to stay on top of renewals Spending history • See your full spending history with charts and a simple timeline • Understand where your money goes over time iCloud Sync • Sync across your Apple devices with iCloud Multi-currency • Track subscriptions in different currencies with automatic exchange rate conversion Privacy-first by design • No bank linking • No email scanning • Your data stays in your control Perfect for subscription management, bill tracking, recurring payment reminders, free trial reminders, budgeting, and personal finance. ------ Legal: • This application is licensed under Apple’s standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://shelfit-static.withyoufriends.com/privacy-policy • Terms of Service: https://shelfit-static.withyoufriends.com/terms-of-service

About

SubsPad

Features
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SubsPad - Subscription Manager is your ultimate companion in managing digital subscriptions. Never lose track of your monthly software and service expenses again. Our app makes it effortless to monitor all your subscriptions in one place. Whether it's productivity tools, entertainment platforms, or creative software, SubsPad - Subscription Manager helps you stay on top of your digital expenses. With easy status tracking, multi-currency support, and seamless sync, you'll never be surprised by an unexpected renewal or miss out on canceling a service you no longer use. With smart reminder features, you'll never miss a critical subscription deadline. Set custom alerts for free trial periods and upcoming renewals, ensuring you avoid unexpected charges. Whether it's a productivity tool about to auto-renew or an entertainment service approaching its trial end, our intelligent notifications keep you informed and in control. Our intuitive interface allows you to categorize subscriptions, track their status from free trials to renewals, and get a comprehensive view of your digital spending. From one-time purchases to recurring subscriptions, we've got you covered. Take control of your digital subscriptions. Stay informed, save money, and simplify your financial management—all with a few simple taps. SubsPad - Subscription Manager: Your smart solution to subscription management. Key Features: •Quick Add: Easily add subscriptions with pre-filled details for popular services. •Multi-Account Support: Manage subscriptions across multiple accounts conveniently. •Status Tracking: Monitor subscription statuses like Free Trial, Renewal, Subscribed, Expires, Expired, or One-Time Purchase. •Multi-Currency Support: Record and track subscriptions in different currencies. •Smart Reminders: Receive timely notifications for trial expirations and upcoming renewals, so you never miss a deadline or get charged unexpectedly. •Search & Categorize: Quickly find subscriptions or organize them into categories for better management. •Seamless Sync: iCloud integration ensures your data is safe and accessible across devices. •Light & Dark Mode: Switch between Day and Night themes for a personalized, eye-friendly experience. Stay informed, save money, and simplify your subscription management with SubsPad - Subscription Manager. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

ShelfIt4 screens
SubsPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ShelfIt at every 5 days against SubsPad'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. ShelfIt sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and SubsPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShelfIt ships an update every 5 days, SubsPad every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ShelfIt versus SubsPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShelfItSubsPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer皓文 郑Huizhou Kingtog Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ShelfIt

Subscriptions2
  • ShelfIt Pro - Monthly$0.991 Month
  • ShelfIt Pro - Annual7 Days trial$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Shelfit Pro - Lifetime Access$5.99
3 purchases

SubsPad

Subscriptions2
  • Subscriptions Manager Month$3.991 Month
  • Subscription Manager Year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Manage Subscriptions LifeTime$6.99

Questions

Is ShelfIt free?
ShelfIt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SubsPad free?
SubsPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ShelfIt or SubsPad have ads?
Neither ShelfIt nor SubsPad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShelfIt or SubsPad?
ShelfIt ships an update every 5 days, and SubsPad every 3 months. Most recently, ShelfIt was updated on October 5, 2026 and SubsPad on October 4, 2026.

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