# EveryDollar vs Cashews

The clearest difference is monetization model: EveryDollar at free with in-app purchases against Cashews's subscription. EveryDollar also leads on ratings volume (84K vs 70) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EveryDollar sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Cashews sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

EveryDollar holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EveryDollar has 84K ratings behind it against 70, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of EveryDollar's written reviews are positive against 50% of Cashews's.

EveryDollar ships an update every 2 days, Cashews every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EveryDollar | Cashews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (84K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everydollar-budget-management/id942571931/reviews)** | [4.5 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cashews/id1582436070/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **84K** | 70 |
| Positive reviews | **55.4% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | — |
| Size | 180 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Lampo Group Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/380709890) | [Cashews Finance LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582436072) |

## What reviewers say

### EveryDollar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everydollar-budget-management/id942571931)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Finance, #91 Top Free · Finance (US App Store)

This app helps you create custom budgets, track expenses, and manage your money effectively. It aims to reveal hidden savings and empower you to pay off debt, build wealth, and achieve your financial goals.

**Highlights:** Create custom budgets, Track expenses and transactions, Manage bills and income, Set financial goals, Automated bank connections, Money saving tips

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EveryDollar Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| EveryDollar Plus | $12.99 | per month |
| EveryDollar Plus | $12.99 | per month |
| EveryDollar Premium (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| EveryDollar Plus | $12.99 | per month |
| EveryDollar Premium (Monthly) | $17.99 | per month |
| Ramsey+ (Three Month) | $59.99 | per 3 months |
| EveryDollar Premium (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |
| Ramsey+ (Annual) | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful budgeting tool
- 🚀 Helps with financial organization
- 💡 Customizable budgeting categories
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 🚀 Simplifies budgeting process

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Canadian banks
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Lack of support and tutorials
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Transactions disappearing or duplicating
- Incorrect budget calculations
- Frequent login requirements
- Slow app loading times
- Incompatibility with certain bank accounts

**Requested features**

- Ability to share budget with partner
- Automatic categorization of transactions
- Recurring expense calendar
- Sinking funds functionality improvements
- Dark mode option


### Cashews

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cashews/id1582436070)

This app analyzes your income and expenses to tell you how much you can safely spend. It offers a unique approach to budgeting by focusing on your current financial health rather than rigid categories. Make informed decisions with a 'Can I afford it?' widget and achieve your financial goals.

**Highlights:** Connect to bank accounts, Analyze income and expenses, Predictive cash flow algorithm, Spendable money calculation, Financial goal setting, 'Can I afford it?' widget, Automated account syncing

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cashews Finance Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $13.49 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Cashews Finance Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EveryDollar free?

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

### Is Cashews free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EveryDollar or Cashews?

EveryDollar is rated higher. EveryDollar averages 4.7 out of 5 from 84K ratings, while Cashews averages 4.5 from 70 ratings.

### Do EveryDollar or Cashews have ads?

Neither EveryDollar nor Cashews shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EveryDollar or Cashews?

EveryDollar ships an update every 2 days, and Cashews every 3 days. Most recently, EveryDollar was updated on October 19, 2026 and Cashews on October 14, 2026.

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