Comparison

Kontrol vs SavvySubs

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

Head to head
About

Kontrol

Features
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SAVE UP TO $50/MONTH ON YOUR SUBSCRIPTIONS Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime, gym membership... but how much exactly per month? $150? $200? More? Kontrol shows all your subscriptions at a glance and alerts you before each payment. WHY KONTROL? - Visual calendar: see all upcoming payments - Smart alerts: 3 days before each renewal - Total budget: monthly and yearly in real-time - 100% private: no bank connection required PRIVACY GUARANTEED Your data stays on your iPhone. Zero data collection. GDPR compliant. Made in France. FEATURES - Add subscription in 10 seconds - Customizable categories (Streaming, Fitness, Software...) - Renewal notifications - Dark mode - Export your data Download Kontrol for free and take control of your budget. Privacy Policy: https://maceobasse.com/kontrol/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SavvySubs

Easily track all your recurring expenses in one place. Get timely renewal reminders and discover AI-powered tips to save money on subscriptions. Understand your spending patterns with a beautiful, intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Subscription tracking
  • Renewal reminders
  • AI savings tips
  • Spending dashboard
  • Lifetime spending tracking
  • Customizable notifications
  • Dark mode support
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Take Control of Your Subscription Spending Stop losing money on forgotten subscriptions. SavvySubs is your all-in-one subscription tracker that helps you monitor spending, get renewal reminders, and discover AI-powered savings tips. Core Features • Smart Dashboard – See your total monthly and yearly spending at a glance • Active Subscription Tracking – Monitor all your recurring services in one place • Upcoming Renewals – Never miss a payment with alerts for renewals in the next 30 days • Smart Notifications – Get reminders 3 days before your subscriptions renew • Lifetime Spending Tracking – See your all-time subscription costs • Beautiful UI – Modern, intuitive design with support for dark mode SavvySubs Pro - Unlock Advanced Features Upgrade to Pro ($3.99/month) and unlock powerful tools to maximize your savings: AI Money-Saving Tips Get personalized recommendations powered by OpenAI Discover cheaper alternatives to your current subscriptions Receive estimated savings calculations Smart suggestions based on your actual usage Advanced Analytics Dashboard • Visual spending breakdown by category with interactive pie charts • Top subscriptions visualization with bar charts • Monthly vs yearly cost projections • Lifetime spend tracking per subscription • Actionable insights to optimize your spending • Identify your biggest investments and money-saving opportunities Premium Benefits • Unlimited subscriptions (free tier includes 3) • Priority access to new features and widgets • Enhanced Live Activities support • Detailed spending insights and patterns iOS Integration • Widgets – Track spending from your home screen • Live Activities – See upcoming renewals in real-time • App Shortcuts – Add subscriptions quickly with Siri • Focus Mode Support – Works seamlessly with your device settings Smart Notifications Customize your renewal reminders to stay on top of your subscriptions. Set preferences for when you want to be notified, and never be surprised by an unexpected charge. Why SavvySubs? • Managing subscriptions is hard. Prices change, trials end, and services you no longer use keep charging. SavvySubs helps you: • Track everything in one place • Get notified before renewals • Discover savings opportunities with AI • Understand your spending patterns • Make informed decisions about your subscriptions Modern Design Built with SwiftUI and iOS 18, SavvySubs offers a beautiful, native experience. Support for Dynamic Type, dark mode, and all screen sizes ensures a great experience on any device. Privacy First • Your data stays on your device. We use local storage to keep your subscription information secure and private. • Start saving today Terms of Use (EULA): https://truepulsemedia.com/savvysubs-terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Kontrol4 screens
SavvySubs3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Kontrol at 15.1 against SavvySubs's 18.6. 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. Kontrol sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and SavvySubs sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Kontrol versus SavvySubs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKontrolSavvySubs
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaceo BasseJohn Stempien

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Kontrol

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$24.99
1 purchases

SavvySubs

Subscriptions1
  • SavvySubs Pro$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Kontrol free?
Kontrol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SavvySubs free?
SavvySubs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kontrol or SavvySubs have ads?
Neither Kontrol nor SavvySubs shows ads.

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