5Counter vs Halfsie
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
5Counter
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This counter app prioritizes ease of use with large buttons for intuitive operation. Simply tap a button to easily record counts, and with each press, the current occurrence rate and probability are automatically calculated in real time. Grasp the situation on the spot without worrying about complex calculations. Furthermore, it includes a dedicated page that calculates probabilities using the binomial distribution. Based on the actual number of occurrences and the expected occurrence rate, you can see the numerical value representing βthe probability this result would occur.β Don't rely solely on intuitionβmake probability and numbers your allies. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Halfsie
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Split expenses without the awkwardness. Halfsie makes it easy to track shared costs with friends, roommates, and travel companions. SIMPLE EXPENSE SPLITTING Add expenses in seconds. Halfsie automatically calculates who owes what and shows you exactly how to settle up, no spreadsheets, no math, no drama. CHARACTERS, NOT SPREADSHEETS Create fun, customizable characters for everyone in your group. With over 10,000 combinations of shapes, colors, and expressions, expense tracking actually feels personal. VENMO INTEGRATION Settle up instantly with built-in Venmo links. One tap takes you directly to payment, pre-filled with the exact amount owed. WIDGETS FOR QUICK ACCESS Check balances from your Home Screen or Lock Screen. Add expenses without even opening the app using Siri, widgets, or Quick Actions. TRIP-READY Perfect for vacations, road trips, and weekend getaways. Track everything from gas to groceries to group dinners, then settle up before you even get home. ROOMMATE-FRIENDLY Split rent, utilities, and household expenses month after month. Archive old trips and keep your active house running smoothly. FREE FOREVER Unlimited groups, unlimited expenses, unlimited friends. The core features you need are always free. HALFSIE PRO Upgrade for power features: β’ Receipt scanning: Snap a photo and auto-extract the total β’ Trip statistics: See spending breakdowns by category and person β’ PDF & CSV export: Create expense reports for reimbursement PRIVACY FIRST Your data stays on your device. No account required. No ads. No selling your data. Privacy Policy: https://halfsie.app/apps/halfsie/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Halfsie at none against 5Counter's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. 5Counter sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Halfsie sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | 5Counter | Halfsie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | β |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RYOYA GOJO | Out Of Office Outdoors LLC |
In-app purchases
5Counter
- Preset Expansion$0.99
- Remove Ads$2.99
Halfsie
- Halfsie Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Halfsie Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year









