Split vs PayMates
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
PayMates
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Tired of manual math and messy spreadsheets? PayMates is the smartest bill splitter and group expense tracker, now featuring AI-powered receipt scanning. Whether you’re managing household bills with roommates, splitting dinner with friends, or tracking a group trip, PayMates keeps your shared spending organized and fair. HOW IT WORKS: Snap a Photo: Our AI scans the receipt and lists the items. Assign Costs: Pick who paid and who owes what. Track Balances: See exactly who is "in the red" in real-time. Settle Up: Record payments made via Interac, cash, or third-party apps to clear the balance. MAIN FEATURES: AI Receipt Scanner: No more manual entry. Snap a pic and let the AI do the heavy lifting. Instant Group Splitting: Create groups for trips, roommates, or events and add expenses in seconds. Real-Time IOU Tracking: A clear ledger of who owes whom, so you never have to guess. Multi-Currency Support: Perfect for international travel. Split costs in any currency without the headache. Secure & Synced: Your data is backed up to your account and stays synced across all your devices. PERFECT FOR: Roommates: Easily track rent, groceries, and utility bills. Travelers: The ultimate group vacation spending and shared Airbnb cost tracker. Couples: Manage shared household expenses or date nights. PAYMATES PRO Unlock advanced insights, premium budgeting tools, and early access to all future feature updates.Friends: Split the tab for dinner, movies, or concert tickets.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PayMates at every 3 days against Split's every 9 days. 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. Split sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and PayMates sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Split ships an update every 9 days, PayMates every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Split | PayMates |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (36 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 96.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 36 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tyler Yust | Abhishek Solanki |
In-app purchases
Split
- 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
PayMates
- Pro$3.991 Month
- PayMates Pro Yearly$39.991 Year









