SubRemind vs Bobby
Looking for a Bobby alternative? SubRemind is a free subscription tracker that runs in any browser, never connects to your bank, and works in any currency. Here's the honest comparison.
What Bobby does
Beautiful, simple iOS app for logging subscriptions by hand and seeing the monthly cost. Reminders are local notifications.
Where SubRemind wins
- Cross-platform: web app works on Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android — any browser.
- Free with a real free tier, no paid "Pro" gate.
- Cloud sync built in — open SubRemind on a new device and your data is there.
- Live FX conversion across 9+ currencies, not a manual rate.
- 12-month spending projection chart that handles yearly subs correctly.
- Email renewal reminders, not just iOS notifications.
Where Bobby wins
- Native iOS feel — fast, smooth, designed for the iPhone-only crowd.
- Works fully offline once installed.
- One-time purchase model (no recurring subscription required).
Feature comparison
| SubRemind | Bobby | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free for personal use | Free on iOS with a one-time purchase to unlock more than 5 subscriptions (typically a few dollars). No Android or web version. |
| Bank connection required | No — manual entry | No |
| Platforms | Web (any browser) | iOS only |
| Multi-currency | Yes — live FX across 9+ base currencies | Varies |
| Free-trial countdown | Yes — built in, with email reminder | Varies |
| 12-month projection chart | Yes — past 3 + next 9 months | Varies |
Switching from Bobby
- Open your Bobbysubscription list and screenshot it — most people don't need a proper export.
- Sign up for SubRemind (free, no credit card).
- Pick your base currency in Settings.
- Add each subscription with its actual price, native currency, and renewal date. Most users finish in 5–10 minutes.
- Delete the Bobby account when you're sure SubRemind has everything.
SubRemind vs Bobby — FAQ
Is SubRemind a free Bobby app alternative?
Yes — and unlike Bobby it works on Android and on the desktop browser. SubRemind is free with no subscription cap; Bobby's free tier limits you to 5 entries.
Does SubRemind work on iOS like Bobby?
Yes. SubRemind is a responsive web app; visit subremind.me on Safari and it works like any other web app. You can also add it to your iOS home screen for a one-tap launch.
Why use a web app instead of a native iOS app?
A web app works the same on every device — your phone, your laptop, a borrowed computer — without an install. It also means we can ship fixes instantly without waiting for App Store review.
Does SubRemind sync across devices?
Yes. Sign in on any device and your subscriptions appear. Bobby (free tier) keeps data locally, so changing phone or going to desktop loses your list.
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