Best Budgeting Apps Of 2025



We analyzed 27 popular budgeting apps and evaluated them based on 18 data points, including consumer ratings, cost and security. Overall, determined that Quicken Simpifi is the best budgeting app for most people, earning a rating of 4.8 stars in our study.

The app offers user-friendly services—such as goal-setting options, budgeting features and bill tracking—at a reasonable price. You can determine how much you can safely spend without exceeding your budget, and you can optionally coordinate with a partner or spouse.

You won’t find the once-dominant budgeting app Mint on our list since it’s no longer available.

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