Inku vs ParentSplit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Inku
This app offers a unique approach to daily planning, adapting to your personal rhythm rather than imposing rigid structures. It features AI-powered summaries, a calming interface, and personalization options to help you manage tasks and time effectively.
- AI Smart Summaries
- Joyful Daily Overview
- Intuitive & Mindful Design
- Personalize Your Companion
- Seamless Sync
- Retro Aesthetics
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Finally, a planner that gets how your brain actually works. Inku isn't another rigid calendar telling you to "just be more organized." It's designed for people who lose track of time, underestimate how long things take, and feel paralyzed by their own to-do lists. Whether you struggle with ADHD, have an unpredictable schedule, or just feel like your days control you instead of the other way around—Inku adapts to your rhythm, not the other way around. Stop fighting your brain. Start working with it. Inku: Your Schedule, Reimagined with Heart. Inspired by our beloved ePaper device, the Inku app brings its unique blend of smart organization and charming whimsy directly to your iPhone. It’s more than just a planner; it’s a companion that genuinely cares about helping you balance life and productivity. What Makes Inku Different? - Joyful Daily Overview: See your entire day at a glance, beautifully laid out and clutter-free. No more overwhelming notifications – just clear, focused plans. - AI Smart Summaries: Meetings, tasks, and events distilled to their essence (Who, What, Why). Plus, enjoy surprising, witty commentary generated by our empathetic AI – because your schedule deserves a little fun! - Intuitive & Mindful Design: Experience a clean, visually calming interface that feels like a breath of fresh air. Designed to reduce screen fatigue and help you focus, inspired by the gentle feel of ePaper. - Personalize Your Companion: Express yourself! Customize your app's look with unique themes and personalize your experience with custom avatars. Make Inku truly yours. - Seamless Sync: Connects effortlessly with your favorite and existing Calendars, To-dos, and Reminders, so all your important appointments and tasks are always in sync and waiting for their personalized Inku touch. - Nostalgic Charm, Modern Utility: Perfect for those who love retro aesthetics but demand cutting-edge smart features. Inku bridges the gap between classic appeal and modern efficiency. Reclaim Your Focus. Reignite Your Joy. Stop letting your calendar stress you out. With Inku, you gain a powerful, intelligent, and genuinely delightful daily organizer that helps you stay on track, reduce distraction, and achieve that elusive work-life balance. It's the life-hack you've been waiting for. Download Inku today and take back control of your time. Note: Full Inku app experience requires an subscription/trial. Privacy Policy: https://inkboard.ink/policies/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://inkboard.ink/policies/terms-of-service
ParentSplit
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ParentSplit makes co-parenting finances simple. Whether it's groceries, medical bills, school supplies, or activities — finally see exactly who spent what and who owes who. Built by co-parents, for co-parents. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a shared workspace and invite your co-parent 2. Log expenses as you go — they get a notification 3. Your co-parent reviews and approves each expense 4. ParentSplit tracks the running balance automatically 5. Settle up when you're ready — one tap records the payment No more "I thought you paid for that" or hunting through old texts to figure out who owes what. KEY FEATURES - Shared expense log — both parents see every expense in real time - Approval workflow — expenses must be confirmed by the other parent before they count - Running balance — always know who owes who, down to the cent - Custom split ratios — 50/50 or any percentage that fits your agreement - Categories — Groceries, Medical, School, Activities, Clothing, and more - Settlement tracking — record payments and reset the balance - Works offline — log expenses even without a connection - Private and secure — your financial data is only visible to you and your co-parent DESIGNED FOR YOUR SITUATION Co-parenting is already complicated. Your expense tracker shouldn't be. ParentSplit is built around exactly two parents — no group complexity, no unnecessary features. Just a clear, shared record of what you've each spent on your kids. Ideal for divorced or separated parents who share custody and want a fair, transparent way to track child-related expenses without conflict. PARENTSPLIT PRO Upgrade to ParentSplit Pro for unlimited AI receipt scanning, an AI assistant, advanced reports, custom split rules, PDF exports, and more. - Monthly: $9.99/month - Annual: $95.90/year (save 20%) Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://parentsplit.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://parentsplit.app/privacy PRIVACY FIRST Your expense data is private between you and your co-parent. No advertisers. No data selling. No nonsense. QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK? We're co-parents ourselves and we're building this for us — which means your feedback actually matters. Reach us at support@parentsplit.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ParentSplit at weekly against Inku's fortnightly. 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
Both are free to download. Inku sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and ParentSplit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Inku ships an update fortnightly, ParentSplit weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Inku | ParentSplit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (165 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 165 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 200 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Inkboard, Inc. | Leap21 LLC |
In-app purchases
Inku
- Inku Weekly Subscription$5.997 Days
- Monthly$5.991 Month
- Inku Weekly Subscription$9.997 Days
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- Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Annual$14.991 Year
- Annual Inku1 Year trial$24.991 Year
- AnnualPlus$24.991 Year
- Annual$34.991 Year
- Annual Inku1 Year trial$34.991 Year
- Whimsy Pack 100$4.99
ParentSplit
- ParentSplit Pro$4.991 Month
- ParentSplit Pro Annual$49.991 Year









