# Tap vs Tally Counter

The clearest difference is rating: Tally Counter at 4.3 against Tap's 3.7. Tally Counter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 76 months). Tap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tally Counter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tally Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tally Counter has 273 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Tap's written reviews are positive against 59% of Tally Counter's.

Tap ships an update every 76 months, Tally Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tap | Tally Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-count/id763602491/reviews) | **[4.3 (273 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tally-counter-clicker/id6450890091/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **273** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **59.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 76 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lukas Rossi](https://appshunter.io/developer/698920147) | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) |

## What reviewers say

### Tap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-count/id763602491)

Easily track tallies with a simple tap. This utility app features beautiful designs and animations to make counting enjoyable. Never lose your count again with its intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Effortless counting of large groups, Visually appealing designs and animations, Instant count reset functionality, Track multiple counts simultaneously

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Tally Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tally-counter-clicker/id6450890091)

Easily track habits, scores, or quantities with a simple, distraction-free interface. This app allows for quick, single-tap counting with large, readable numbers and customizable counters. It's designed for everyday tasks, offering a clean and ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Simple tally counter interface, Unlimited counter creation, Customizable counter names and colors, Custom increment values, Ad-free experience, Large, easy-to-read fonts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Tally Counter Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Tally Counter Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Tally Counter Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Tally Counter Premium | $19.00 | per year |
| 3 Months Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🎨 Clean, customizable design with multiple layout options
- ⚡ Fast performance with rapid tapping capability
- 🏷️ Multiple counter support with custom naming
- 🔊 Audio feedback for button presses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing model ($10-40 for premium features)
- 🔐 Limited free version (only counts to 10)
- 📱 Requires payment for multiple counters
- ⚠️ Misleading 'no ads' claim with paywall instead
- 🚫 Aggressive premium prompts after free limit

**Reported bugs**

- App breaks or stops counting after reaching limit
- Buttons positioned too close to screen edges causing accidental taps
- Inconsistent free tier limits mentioned in reviews (10, 50, or 100 counts)
- UI confusion regarding counter creation and management

**Requested features**

- Delete or remove old counters
- Reorder counters beyond default arrangement
- Higher button placement to avoid accidental taps
- Ability to increment/decrement by values other than 1
- More transparent pricing and trial information


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tap free?

Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tally Counter free?

Tally Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tap or Tally Counter?

Tally Counter is rated higher. Tap averages 3.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Tally Counter averages 4.3 from 273 ratings.

### Do Tap or Tally Counter have ads?

Tap shows ads; Tally Counter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tap or Tally Counter?

Tap ships an update every 76 months, and Tally Counter monthly. Most recently, Tap was updated on November 11, 2026 and Tally Counter on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*