Manual where attention helps. Fast where repetition does not.
A manual budgeting app that makes the work worth doing
Manual budgeting should not mean typing every line forever. Counts combines deliberate transaction entry with statement imports, schedules, quick fills, and reconciliation so the household stays aware without doing clerical work for its own sake.
Start freeDecide at the moment that matters
A fast expense entry keeps the envelope balance useful before the next spending decision.
Automate predictable repetition
Schedules handle known recurring activity while file imports reduce statement catch-up.
Keep financial access separate
Use the budget without providing online-banking credentials to Counts.
How to get started
Create a small envelope set
Start with obligations, weekly spending, true expenses, and one or two goals.
Choose the lightest entry method
Enter important spending in the moment and use statement imports for the rest.
Reconcile on a repeatable day
Confirm active accounts weekly so the plan stays trustworthy.
Questions people ask before starting
Is manual budgeting slower than bank sync?
It asks for more deliberate interaction, but schedules and file imports can remove much of the repetitive entry.
Can two people maintain the same manual budget?
Yes. Each household member uses an individual account to update the shared plan.
Can I import transactions later?
Yes. CSV imports are available on Free, and additional statement formats are available with Counts Plus.
Does Counts work with cash?
Yes. Add a cash account and record spending against the same envelopes used for card or bank transactions.