Suprascribe vs. Bobby
iOS-only manual subscription tracker
Bobby is a well-designed iOS subscription tracker with Apple Watch support and a one-time unlock. Its core limitation is platform lock-in: it only works on Apple devices. If you use Android, Windows, or want a web-based option, Bobby is not an option. Suprascribe is web-first - it works in any browser on any device - and automatically finds subscriptions by scanning your email rather than requiring manual entry.
Pricing
Suprascribe
Basic free forever. Pro is a one-time purchase - no recurring fees.
Bobby
Free up to 5 subscriptions; ~$1.99 one-time in-app purchase unlocks full app
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Suprascribe | Bobby |
|---|---|---|
| Email auto-discovery | - | |
| No bank account required | ||
| Web-based (any browser/device) | ||
| Free unlimited tier | ||
| One-time purchase option | ||
| Open source |
What Bobby Does Well
- •Polished iOS design
- •Apple Watch support
- •Nice charts and spend overview
Where Suprascribe Wins
- Cross-platform - Web, any OS, any device - not locked to Apple ecosystem
- Automatic discovery - No manual entry required; email scan does the work
- Unlimited free tier - Bobby caps free use at 5 subscriptions; Suprascribe has no cap
- Open source - Fully auditable code - know exactly what runs on your data
Bobby is excellent on iPhone but useless everywhere else. Suprascribe works wherever you have a browser.