Subscription List vs Paycyl
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Subscription List
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Easily manage your growing subscriptions with this app. View all your subscriptions in a list, automatically calculate total monthly and yearly costs, and track expenses at a glance. Reduce unnecessary spending by reviewing your services.\\n\\n【Main Features】\\n・Easily add, edit, and delete subscriptions\\n・Automatically calculate total monthly & yearly expenses\\n・Receive reminders for upcoming payments\\n・Categorize subscriptions by type\\n\\nCut wasteful expenses and manage your subscriptions wisely. A simple tool to support your financial management.
Paycyl
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PAYCYL: THE ULTIMATE SUBSCRIPTION MANAGER & BILL TRACKER Do you often find yourself wondering where your money went at the end of the month? Forgot to cancel that "free trial" and got charged again? Paycyl is here to help you regain absolute control over your recurring expenses and daily budget. Paycyl is the most private, simple, and powerful subscription manager designed for those who value their financial privacy. No accounts. No cloud syncing. No banking links required. Your data stays 100% on your device. [WHY PAYCYL IS THE BEST CHOICE] Most finance apps require you to link your bank account or create a login, exposing your sensitive data. Paycyl works 100% offline. It’s your personal financial vault that helps you save hundreds of dollars by identifying forgotten memberships and upcoming bills. [SMART FEATURES FOR SMART SAVINGS] - SUBSCRIPTION TRACKING: Track every recurring service from Netflix and Spotify to your gym membership and insurance. - INTELLIGENT REMINDERS: Never get surprised by a charge again. Get notified days before or on the exact payment day. - TRIAL PERIOD MANAGER: Track "Free Trials" and get alerted before they transition into paid subscriptions. Cancel before the charge! - BUDGET OVERVIEW: See your monthly spending total, upcoming bills, and financial trends in beautiful, intuitive charts. - MULTI-CURRENCY SUPPORT: Manage subscriptions in USD, EUR, TRY, GBP, and 15+ more currencies with ease. - NO LOGIN, NO CLOUD: Your financial data belongs to you. We don’t have access to it, and we never will. It’s stored locally on your iPhone. [ORGANIZE YOUR FINANCES WITH EASE] - 14+ Categories: Entertainment, Health, Rent, Utilities, Education, and more. - Custom Icons & Colors: Make your financial dashboard look exactly how you want. - Annual Projections: See how much your subscriptions cost you over a full year and identify where to cut costs. - Payment Method Management: See which subscriptions are linked to which card or digital wallet. [PRIVACY & SECURITY FIRST] In an era of data breaches, Paycyl offers a safe haven. Since we don't use cloud storage, your data can't be hacked from a server—because there isn't one. You can also easily export and import your data in JSON format for your own backups or if you switch phones. [STOP THE SUBSCRIPTION CREEP] Streaming services, software licenses, gym memberships, and monthly bills... they all add up fast. Paycyl makes it easy to visualize where your money goes. If you’re paying for a service you’re not using, Paycyl helps you identify it and cancel before the next billing cycle. Master your recurring expenses and start saving money today. The most private way to manage your budget is finally here with Paycyl. Download now and take the first step towards financial freedom!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paycyl at none against Subscription List's 2. Paycyl also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Subscription List sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Paycyl asks for nothing beyond the download.
Subscription List ships an update every 10 months, Paycyl monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Subscription List | Paycyl |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | kota tada | Halil Kucukdogru |
In-app purchases
Subscription List
- Ad-free for 1 month7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Ad-free for 1 year14 Days trial$49.991 Year
Paycyl
No in-app purchases









