Commonwealths vs Lucent Budget
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Commonwealths
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People know they should invest regularly. But turning that knowledge into consistent action is hard. Commonwealths was built to close that gap — to help you build the rhythm of investing. Investing isn’t about timing the market. It’s about showing up every month, with purpose. Commonwealths turns your investment routine into a mindful, trackable habit. Your plans, trades, income, and reflections — all in one place, synced securely across your devices. Investing is not just about growing money — it’s about shaping discipline. Main Features: - Trade Log: Record buy/sell transactions with dates, prices, and notes - Income Tracker: Manage dividends, interest, and realized gains in one timeline - Planner: Schedule upcoming investments or payouts - Cloud Sync (Premium): Backup and sync seamlessly between various devices - Portfolio Overview: Visualize holdings, cost basis, and allocation with charts - Offline Mode: Use all core features without login; your data stays private - Privacy-First Design: No ads, no tracking, your data is yours Whether you're logging your first stock purchase or managing a multi-asset portfolio, Commonwealths helps you think like an investor, not a trader. Premium Subscription: Upgrade to Premium to enable cloud sync and multi-device access for just $4.99/month. All other features remain free and fully available offline. Build habits, track progress, and grow your financial legacy - with Commonwealths. — — — Terms of Use (EULA): https://commonwealths.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://commonwealths.app/privacy — — —
Lucent Budget
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Lucent is a clean, intuitive budgeting app designed for individuals and couples who want to take control of their finances without the complexity. BUDGET YOUR WAY Create multiple budgets for different purposes—monthly expenses, vacation funds, or household spending. Each budget supports its own currency, perfect for travelers or international households. ORGANIZE WITH CATEGORIES Set up spending categories with target amounts and watch your progress in real time. Lucent shows you exactly where you stand—what you've spent, what's remaining, and when you're over budget. TRACK EVERY TRANSACTION Log expenses quickly with a streamlined interface. Add notes, assign categories, and use transaction templates for recurring purchases. Filter and search your history to find exactly what you need. REACH YOUR SAVINGS GOALS Whether you're saving for something specific or just building a nest egg, Lucent has you covered. Set target-based goals with deadlines or use open-ended savings trackers. Log contributions and withdrawals to see your progress grow. SHARE WITH YOUR HOUSEHOLD Invite your partner or family to share budgets. Everyone stays on the same page with real-time sync, and you control exactly what's shared. INSIGHTS THAT MATTER Visualize your spending with clear charts and insights. See budget vs. actual comparisons, category breakdowns, and spending trends over time. YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL • Export transactions to CSV anytime • Data syncs securely across all your devices • No ads, no data selling—ever
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lucent Budget at none against Commonwealths's 1. Commonwealths's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Commonwealths sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Lucent Budget asks for nothing beyond the download.
Commonwealths ships an update every 4 days, Lucent Budget every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Commonwealths | Lucent Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sungyeob Lim | Gregory Bell |
In-app purchases
Commonwealths
- Premium: Cloud Sync(Monthly)$4.991 Month
Lucent Budget
No in-app purchases









