SimpleSpend vs BasicBudget
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpleSpend
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Take control of your money—without the overwhelm. SimpleSpend is the budget app designed for real life. Whether you’re a student, parent, or busy professional, our zero-dollar framework + 50/30/20 system makes managing money effortless. Why users love SimpleSpend: Zero Drama Budgeting: Track income, needs, wants, and savings with our intuitive 50/30/20 tool. One-Time Purchase: Pay $0.99—no ads, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Built for Simplicity: No spreadsheets, no fluff. Just clear goals and automatic categorization. Visual Clarity: Watch your progress with easy-to-read charts and exportable reports. Ready to simplify your finances? Download SimpleSpend today and turn your money goals into reality—for less than a coffee.
BasicBudget
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This app allows users to add expenses and track a budget
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Verdict
SimpleSpend and BasicBudget 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SimpleSpend | BasicBudget |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Salim Alkaabi | Timothy Park |
In-app purchases
SimpleSpend
No in-app purchases
BasicBudget
No in-app purchases
