Settld vs ProjectPad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Settld
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Create Stunning Invoices. Get Paid Faster - For Free.β¨ Settld is the beautifully designed invoicing app built for freelancers, contractors, and small business owners who want to look professional without the complexity - or the endless subscriptions.β¨ Settld is free to use! Send invoices as soon as you've set up your profile. For the full experience, unlock all customisation features for just a one-off payment of Β£9.99, including logo uploads, client imports, premium templates, and advanced tools like Tap to Pay for iPhone. Say goodbye to recurring fees and hello to affordable, hassle-free invoicing that scales with your business.β¨ What's New in Settld: * Tap to Pay on iPhone: Accept secure contactless payments directly on your phone - no extra hardware needed! * Automated Reminders: Never chase paymentsβSettld emails clients automatically for overdue invoices. * Product & Customer Management: Import clients and products via CSV; use Quick Select buttons to add items instantly. * Dashboard Insights: Track revenue trends, total invoiced, and paid amounts at a glance. * Apple Watch Support: Get real-time payment notifications on your wrist for on-the-go updates.β¨ Premium Templates β¨ Choose from three curated designs - Minimalist, Modern, and Bold - that make your invoices stand out. Add your logo, brand colors, and personalized payment details to create a polished look that reflects your style.β¨ Get Paid in One Tap (or Tap to Pay!) Embed Stripe or PayPal links for instant online payments, or use Tap to Pay for in-person contactless transactions. Track payments automatically and monitor statuses in real time!β¨ Track Everything β¨ See which invoices are paid, pending, or overdue at a glance. Monitor monthly revenue trends from your intuitive dashboard to stay on top of your cash flow.β¨ Send Professionally β¨ Email invoices directly from the app with your business name in the "From" header and custom branding. Every communication matches your invoice style for a seamless, professional experience.β¨ Works Everywhere β¨ Create invoices on the go - your data syncs securely across all your devices. Import existing clients via CSV to get started in minutes and keep your workflow uninterrupted.β¨ More Features: * Estimates and quotes that convert seamlessly to invoices * Automatic invoice numbering for organised records * Tax calculations (VAT, GST, custom rates) built in * PDF export and easy sharing options * Push notifications for payment updates * Face ID and biometric security to protect your data * Sign in with Apple for quick, secure accessβ¨ Free to start. Upgrade once for Β£9.99 to unlock unlimited invoices, all templates, client/product imports, and advanced features like Tap to Pay. β¨β¨Download Settld today and start getting paid faster - without the subscription trap.β¨ https://settldinvoice.com/privacy https://settldinvoice.com/terms
ProjectPad
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ProjectPad is a simple admin app built for UK tradespeople, sole traders and small trade businesses. Create invoices and quotes, manage jobs, save clients, scan receipts and get paid β all from your phone. ProjectPad is designed to be fast, practical and easy to use on-site, without the clutter of full accounting software. Get paid, your way: β’ Take card payments in person with Tap to Pay on iPhone β contactless cards, Apple Pay and mobile wallets, no card reader needed (Premium & Pro; iPhone XS or later) β’ Send invoices with a secure card payment link so customers can pay online (powered by Stripe) β’ Record cash and bank-transfer payments, and track what's paid, unpaid and overdue Everything else in one place: β’ Create professional invoices and quotes in minutes β’ Manage jobs, clients and job details together β’ Scan receipts with your camera β details read automatically β’ Save repeated items and job setups for faster admin β’ Export and share documents with your customers β’ Bring your team into a shared workspace (Pro) ProjectPad is ideal for builders, electricians, plumbers, decorators, landscapers, handymen and other small trade businesses that want less paperwork and a faster way to get paid. ProjectPad is not a replacement for professional accounting, tax or legal advice. Always check important financial records with your accountant or adviser where needed. A free plan is available with access to core features. Optional Premium and Pro subscriptions unlock additional features. Terms of Service: https://www.projectpad.uk/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.projectpad.uk/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ProjectPad at none against Settld's 1. ProjectPad also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Settld sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ProjectPad asks for nothing beyond the download.
Settld ships an update every 5 days, ProjectPad every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Settld | ProjectPad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 4 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.5 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 170 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joe Moore | TKO Solutions Ltd |
In-app purchases
Settld
- Lifetime Premium$9.99
ProjectPad
No in-app purchases







