Comparison

SubCue vs Subscription Tracker

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

Head to head
About

SubCue

Features
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Subscription Chaos, Untangled Now optimized for iPhone and iPad, with adaptive layouts that make better use of larger screens. Subscriptions are easy to start, easy to forget, and very good at renewing right after you meant to cancel them. From free trials and annual plans to streaming, work tools, gaming, fitness, education, and more, SubCue keeps your recurring charges visible before they become surprises. Includes a 7-day free trial with full access. Why SubCue? • iPhone & iPad Support - Track subscriptions comfortably on your phone or with expanded iPad layouts. • Smart Setup - Add subscriptions quickly with a 300+ service catalog and curated regional estimates for preloaded services. • Clear Analytics - See your subscription spend by month, category, calendar year, financial year, and business expenses. • Keeping an Eye On - Mark subscriptions you’re unsure about and keep them front and centre on your Home dashboard. • Renewal Awareness - Stay ahead of upcoming renewals with configurable reminders and tap-to-open notifications. • Privacy First - Your data stays on your device. • Simple Upgrade Options - Yearly plan or one-time lifetime unlock. Key Features: • Dashboard - At-a-glance monthly spend, upcoming due dates, watched subscriptions, and spending alerts. • Subscription Management - Add, edit, pause/reactivate, and delete subscriptions. • Billing Cycles - Monthly and yearly in limited mode; quarterly and every 6 months with paid access. • Service Catalog - Search from 300+ preset services across Streaming, Productivity, Music, Gaming, Sports, Education, and Health & Fitness. • Watchlist - Tap the eye icon on any subscription to keep it visible on your Home screen. • Star Ratings - Rate subscriptions 1-5 stars to track value over time. • Activity Tracking - Month-by-month usage/activity timeline. • Business Tracking - Mark business expenses with financial-year support. • Custom Categories - Organise subscriptions your way. • Private Notes - Face ID / Touch ID protection for subscription notes. • Themes - Deep Memory in limited mode; all 6 themes with paid access. • Export Tools - TXT export in limited mode; full export formats with paid access. • Backup & Restore - Import SubCue Backup files with paid access. Who It’s For: • Budget-focused users who want visibility into recurring spend • Business owners tracking recurring software and tool costs • iPad users who want a larger subscription dashboard • Privacy-minded users who prefer local-first storage • Data-focused users who like trends, breakdowns, and spend insights Free Trial & Pricing: Includes a 7-day free trial with full access. After the trial, the app continues in limited mode unless you subscribe or choose lifetime unlock. Limited Mode Includes: • Manage up to 10 subscriptions • Add and edit subscriptions within that limit • Monthly and yearly billing cycles • Core analytics and due-date tracking • Watchlist support • TXT export • Delete subscriptions anytime Subscribe or Choose Lifetime Unlock to Get: • Unlimited subscriptions • Quarterly and every-6-month billing cycles • Renewal notifications and spending alerts • Activity timeline editing and private notes • Custom categories and star ratings • All 6 themes • Full export formats: SubCue Backup, CSV, TSV, TXT • Backup import Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://butterflybombarby.au/subcue/privacy/

About

Subscription Tracker

Manage all your recurring expenses, from streaming services to memberships, in one private and secure app. Get timely reminders for renewals and free trial endings to avoid surprise charges and gain control over your subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Track subscriptions and recurring bills
  • Monitor renewal dates and free trials
  • Receive timely renewal reminders
  • Import subscriptions from documents
  • Organize with categories and tags
  • Secure iCloud sync and Face ID protection
  • No bank connection required
Features
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Track subscriptions, recurring bills, renewals, and free trials in one clean, privacy-first subscription tracker for iPhone. Sublimit helps you manage subscriptions, monitor recurring payments, track renewal dates, and avoid surprise charges without connecting your bank account. From streaming services and cloud storage to memberships, apps, domains, and recurring bills, Sublimit gives you a clear view of your recurring spending with a calm, Apple-native experience designed for clarity and control. KEY FEATURES • Track subscriptions, bills, memberships, and recurring payments • Manage monthly and yearly subscription spending • Get reminders before renewals, bills, and trial endings • See upcoming charges with timeline and calendar views • Import subscriptions from screenshots, PDFs, and documents • Organize subscriptions with categories, tags, and notes • Exclude shared or non-personal subscriptions from totals • Add custom billing cycles and flexible renewal schedules • Track free trials before they renew automatically • Stay updated with Home Screen widgets • Sync securely across devices with iCloud • Protect your data with Face ID and app lock • No bank connection required BUILT FOR CLARITY Sublimit is designed to answer three simple questions every time you open the app: • What am I paying for? • What renews next? • What should I cancel or manage now? Instead of overwhelming budgeting tools and cluttered finance dashboards, Sublimit focuses specifically on subscriptions and recurring spending with a fast, thoughtful, and distraction-free experience. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT Your subscription data stays yours. Sublimit does not require bank account connections or financial account access to work. Everything is designed around a simple, secure, and privacy-first approach to subscription management. Know what you pay. Know when it renews. Stay ahead of every subscription. https://sublimit.app/terms https://sublimit.app/privacy

Screenshots

SubCue4 screens
Subscription Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Subscription Tracker at daily against SubCue's every 2 weeks. 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. SubCue sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Subscription Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SubCue ships an update every 2 weeks, Subscription Tracker daily. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SubCue versus Subscription Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubCueSubscription Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChris Nagytechlaim

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SubCue

Subscriptions3
  • Sub Cue Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Sub Cue Yearly$9.991 Year
  • Sub Cue7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Sub Cue Lifetime$24.99
4 purchases

Subscription Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Sublimit Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Sublimit Lifetime Special Offer$59.99
  • Sublimit Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is SubCue free?
SubCue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Subscription Tracker free?
Subscription Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SubCue or Subscription Tracker have ads?
Neither SubCue nor Subscription Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SubCue or Subscription Tracker?
SubCue ships an update every 2 weeks, and Subscription Tracker daily. Most recently, SubCue was updated on September 11, 2026 and Subscription Tracker on August 20, 2026.

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