Comparison

Split vs Housemates

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

Head to head
About

Split

Effortlessly manage group expenses with this bill splitting app. Scan receipts with AI to itemize costs, assign them to individuals, and track real-time balances. Supports multiple currencies and offers fast settlement options for easy IOU tracking.

Highlights
  • Instant receipt scanner with AI item recognition
  • Smart item assignment to friends or even splits
  • Real-time balances for group members
  • Multi-currency support for travel
  • Fast IOU tracking and settlement
  • No ads or data selling
Features
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Split is the fast bill splitter for group expenses—scan receipts and cost split in seconds. Why you’ll love it - Instant receipt scanner – snap a photo, we read items with AI. - Smart item assignment – tap friends or split evenly in one tap. - Real-time balances – everyone sees who owes, who’s paid, and who’s even. - Multiple currencies – perfect for travel. - Settle IOUs fast – track, pay, and stay even. - Privacy first – no ads, no selling data. Perfect for - Roommates splitting rent + utilities - Friend trips, Airbnb weekends, festivals - Couples tracking date nights - Clubs, teams, or any group fund How it works - Create a group. Invite friends with a link or QR code. - Add expenses. Scan a receipt or enter amounts manually. - Assign items. Pick who had each line item, or choose “Split all.” - Settle up. View net totals and pay however you like—cash, Venmo, Zelle. The app records it all. Support & privacy Questions? Tap Settings → Help or email team@splitexpenses.com. The app never shares personal data without consent—review our full policy inside the app. Download Split today and never chase your friends for money again. —— Venmo is a trademark of PayPal, Inc. Split is not affiliated with or endorsed by Venmo or PayPal. © 2025 Yust Tech, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms of Use (EULA): https://splitexpenses.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://splitexpenses.app/privacy Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Housemates

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Housemates is the easy way to manage life with roommates. Split expenses, share grocery lists, organize chores, and keep your household on the same page, all in one place. No more digging through group chats to figure out who owes who, who was supposed to clean the kitchen, or whether anyone bought milk. Housemates is great for: -Roommates sharing an apartment or house -Students living with friends -Couples managing household expenses or chores -Housemates splitting rent, utilities, groceries, and bills -Anyone tired of managing their home through group chats, notes, and spreadsheets HOUSEMATES MAKES SHARED LIVING SIMPLE Split Expenses: -Keep track of shared expenses, bills, and balances with your housemates. -Add expenses, choose who is involved, and easily see who owes who. -People forgetting to pay you back? Send them a friendly notification reminder. Shared Grocery Lists: -Create one grocery list everyone in the house can use. -Add items when you run out and check them off when someone picks them up. -Sort the list into colour groups to be efficient when you get to the store Shared Chores: -Keep household responsibilities organized and visible. -Add chores, assign them to housemates, and make it clear what needs to get done. -Send notification reminders to those who forget to do their chores. Account Management: -Easily manage house members, admins, house name, and preferred currency. -Customize the app by changing background design, adding a profile picture, and switching between light and dark mode. -Leave your house or deactivate your account at any time Everything in One Place: Expenses, groceries, and chores shouldn’t live in three different apps. Housemates brings the everyday parts of living together into one simple household organizer. HOUSEMATES IS SIMPLE TO USE -Create your household -Add your housemates using house code, invite link, or QR code -Split shared expenses and bills in multiple currencies -Keep track of balances and who owes who -Build a shared grocery and shopping list -Add and organize household chores -Keep everyone updated from one shared space Whether you're splitting rent with roommates, keeping track of apartment bills, making a grocery list, or figuring out whose turn it is to clean the bathroom, Housemates helps make living together easier. One house. One app. Housemates… built for living together.

Screenshots

Split4 screens
Housemates4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Housemates at none against Split's 6. Split's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Split sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Housemates asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Split ships an update every 9 days, Housemates every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Split versus Housemates: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSplitHousemates
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews96.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB55 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTyler YustKAYETAN ALEXANDER PROTAS

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Split

Subscriptions6
  • Split Pro – Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Split Pro – Weekly Trial7 Days trial$1.297 Days
  • Split Pro – Monthly$2.991 Month
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  • Split Pro – 3 Months Intro3 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • Split Pro – Monthly Trial7 Days trial$3.491 Month
  • Split Pro – Yearly Trial$23.991 Year
None

Housemates

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Split free?
Split is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Housemates free?
Housemates is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Split or Housemates have ads?
Neither Split nor Housemates shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Split or Housemates?
Split ships an update every 9 days, and Housemates every 3 weeks. Most recently, Split was updated on September 27, 2026 and Housemates on September 17, 2026.

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