Free should be enough to learn whether the method works.
Start a real envelope budget for free
Counts Free is not a timed demo. It includes the core loop: add the money you have, assign it to envelopes, record what happened, and adjust the plan when life changes.
Start freeRoom for a complete first budget
Use up to 25 everyday envelopes, 10 goal or debt envelopes, and three accounts.
Share with one other person
A two-person household can plan together without upgrading first.
Keep the essentials
CSV imports, scheduled transactions, core reports, debt tracking, and authenticator-app 2FA are included.
How to get started
Start with current cash
Enter the balances you can verify today rather than forecasting money that has not arrived.
Fund the next obligations
Cover essentials and due dates first, then give flexible money and goals clear limits.
Adjust without starting over
Move money between envelopes when priorities change. A budget is a decision system, not a prediction test.
Questions people ask before starting
Is Counts Free a trial?
No. Counts Free has plan limits but no trial timer.
How many envelopes are free?
Free includes up to 25 everyday envelopes plus 10 goal, annual, or debt envelopes.
Can I import transactions for free?
Yes. CSV imports are included in Counts Free.
What does Plus add?
Counts Plus removes planning limits and adds full history, advanced reports, additional import formats, larger households, and custom themes.