Comparison

Live Counter vs Syncount

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

Head to head
About

Live Counter

This app allows real-time collaborative counting for events and venues. Multiple users can tap to increment or decrement a shared tally, with updates syncing instantly across devices. It supports offline use and customizable features for various tracking needs.

Highlights
  • Real-time shared counting
  • Tap to count up/down
  • Share via room code/QR
  • Offline local tally
  • Capacity limit alerts
  • Customizable themes and sounds
Features
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Headcount is a simple, real-time people counter for events, venues, and anywhere you need to track occupancy. Create a counter, share a code, and count together — every tap syncs instantly across devices. - Tap to count up or down with large, easy-to-hit buttons - Share counters with up to 10 people via room code or QR - See live counts update in real-time across all devices - Set capacity limits with a visual progress bar - Works offline as a local tally counter - Customize haptics, sounds, and light/dark theme Perfect for door staff, event organizers, classroom headcounts, warehouse inventory, or any time you need a shared tally.

About

Syncount

Features
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[Key Features of Syncount] More than just a solo counter—Syncount is optimized for real-time sharing among multiple users. ◆ Real-Time Sync & Member Sharing Easily share your counters with others via invite codes. Counts made by team members are reflected on your screen instantly, no matter where they are. ◆ History: Know "Who & When" Every count is recorded with a timestamp and user name. This is ideal for professional use, such as inventory management or field surveys where accurate records are essential. ◆ Both Count-Up & Count-Down Supported Count-Up: Set goals and visualize your progress with a clear gauge. Count-Down: Features a "Daily Reset" option—perfect for tracking hydration or daily routine tasks. ◆ Visualization with Graphs & Totals Graphs: View daily trends in simple charts to support goal management and habit tracking. Quick Toggle: Easily switch between "Today" vs. "Total" or "Remaining" vs. "Consumed" with a simple swipe. ◆ Convenient Input & Integration Bulk Add & Backdate: Add large numbers at once or record missed counts by specifying a past date and time. Widgets & Apple Watch: Count quickly from your wrist or home screen. Note: To sync data from Widgets or Apple Watch, please launch the iPhone app. [Free vs. Premium Version] ■ Free Version Limit: Up to 3 counters (Total of created and joined) Sharing: Only 1 of your created counters can be shared. ■ Premium Version (In-App Purchase) Remove limits on creating and joining counters. Remove limits on sharing counters. Enable CSV data export (Perfect for detailed analysis on your PC).

Screenshots

Live Counter3 screens
Syncount4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Live Counter at none against Syncount's 1. Live Counter also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). 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. Syncount sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Live Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Live Counter ships an update weekly, Syncount every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on August 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Live Counter versus Syncount: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLive CounterSyncount
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConner TateWKHack LLM

In-app purchases

None

Live Counter

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Syncount

One-time1
  • Premium Features$1.99

Questions

Is Live Counter free?
Live Counter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Syncount free?
Syncount is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Live Counter or Syncount have ads?
Neither Live Counter nor Syncount shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Live Counter or Syncount?
Live Counter ships an update weekly, and Syncount every 3 months. Most recently, Live Counter was updated on August 24, 2026 and Syncount on September 8, 2026.

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