Android users have quite a list of apps that can help them through anything. From surviving a boring train ride to killing the silence in a long drive home, from scheduling hectic months to creating detailed to-do lists, it has almost come to a point where any Android user will not be able to leave home without their mobile devices.
One especially important area where these Android apps can help is budgeting. Everyone knows what a pain it is to get your money balanced out, so a good app thats easy to use and has all the features you need would be a welcome sight.
Here are a few apps that experts who sell electronics recommend for Android users:
Mint
Mint makes budgeting easy, with its ability to connect to your bank and help you create a personalized budget depending on your spending habits. Of course, having the same creators of Quicken and Turbo Tax, we all know that Mint can be trusted when it comes to account security. Mint also alerts you anytime it sees anything unusual on your expenses and takes a peek at your credit score as well so that you can be fully aware of what areas you should be adjusting.
PocketGuard
Just like Mint, PocketGuard is linked directly to your bank account, giving you a clear view of how much you have left to spend. It also analyzes what your regular spending looks like and finds patterns. For example, it points out recurring charges and puts these into a spending plan. What makes it stand out from other budgeting apps is the fact that its layout is very simple, giving you everything you need at a single glance.
You Need a Budget (YNAB)
YNAB makes budgeting very simple just look at how much you earned and stick to that. It lets you remember monthly expenses and reminds you to plan for expenses that only come once in a while but can actually ruin your usual balance. It even comes with videos that help you work towards financial responsibility.
GoodBudget
The GoodBudget method is simple list down all your expenses manage them. It allows you to look at where your money is going each month. With different categories like rent, utilities, groceries, entertainment and more, you can easily see which ones you should prioritize and which ones you should be planning for in advance.
Mvelopes
Mvelopes does not just let you link the app to your bank account, it also categorizes your expenses the same way GoodBudget does. This makes it easier to match whats in the bank and what youre actually spending. You can even capture images of your receipts so that you can track them real time.
With budgeting apps like these, managing your money should be more organized and efficient. Of course, at the end of the day, its still going to be about self-control. Remember that no matter how many great budgeting apps you download, if you still spend money carelessly, then your financial future is still going to be in trouble.
