ZenBudget vs Monetly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ZenBudget
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ZenBudget is a mindful budgeting app that asks you to record every expense yourself. Skip the bank links and receipt scanners—by entering each purchase manually, you relive the moment of spending and bring unconscious out-flows into clear view. Designed for quiet, Zen-like consistency, the app feels frictionless to open and log. Siri and Shortcuts support make quick capture even easier. All your data stays in sync across iPhone, iPad and Mac through iCloud.
Monetly
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Start your journey to financial freedom with Monet. Inspired by the minimalist elegance of Claude Monet's art, managing your money is no longer a chore—it's a beautiful experience. Why Choose Monet? Full Privacy: Your data never leaves your device. We don't use servers to store your financial info. No registration, no cloud—total privacy. Zero Permissions: Monet doesn't ask for your contacts, location, or camera. It works completely independently. Debts & Credits: Keep track of who owes you and who you owe. Never miss a due date again. Visual Analytics: Categorize expenses and visualize your budget with professional charts and trends. Premium Themes: Choose from Midnight, Monet, Ocean, and more. Customize the app to match your unique style. Simplify your financial life. Track your income and expenses with the most elegant tool available.aster Your Personal Finance
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Monetly at 15.1 against ZenBudget's 26.0. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ZenBudget | Monetly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Kouki Saito | Sinan Kartal |
In-app purchases
ZenBudget
No in-app purchases
Monetly
No in-app purchases









