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Compare Budgeting Apps

Side-by-side comparison of 2 budgeting apps

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Finwise

★ 4.00
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GnuCash

★ 4.20
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Basic Information
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Pricing Model Freemium Free
Price Details Free tier includes basic budgeting; premium unlocks advanced analytics, ad-free experience, and priority support. Completely free, open-source, and no hidden costs—unless you count the time spent learning its quirks.
Monthly Price $5.99 Free
Annual Price $59.99
Save $11.89/year
Free
Founded 2020 1998
Platform Support
Web
Ios
Android
Windows
Mac
Linux
Features
Bank account syncing
Basic financial goal planner
Bill payment reminders
Check printing
Customizable budget categories
Detailed reports and graphs
Double-entry bookkeeping
Financial calculations
Mortgage and loan tracking
Multi-currency support
Multi-device access
Push notifications
QIF/OFX/CSV import
Real-time expense tracking
Savings goal tracking
Scheduled transactions
Secure data encryption
Small business accounting tools
Spending insights and reports
Stock and mutual fund tracking
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • + Sleek and user-friendly design
  • + Reliable bank sync for real-time updates
  • + Free version covers essential budgeting needs
  • + Free as in beer and speech
  • + Robust accounting features for small businesses
  • + No vendor lock-in—your data is yours
Cons
  • Premium plan feels pricey for what’s offered
  • No advanced investment or tax tools
  • Occasional sync delays with some banks
  • Interface looks like it’s stuck in 1998
  • Learning curve steeper than a tax audit
  • No mobile app for on-the-go budgeting

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Quick Summary

Finwise

Best for:

Users wanting to try before buying

Platform coverage:

6 platforms

Feature count:

10 features

GnuCash

Best for:

Budget-conscious users

Platform coverage:

3 platforms

Feature count:

10 features