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- Compatible with Windows and Mac
- Comes in a mobile version
- Supports multiple currencies
- No advanced financial planning features
- Doesn't track investments
- Offers only basic reports
We found individual reviews of SplashMoney at About.com and The iPhone Blog, helpful because this is one of the few finance software titles that's available in a mobile version.
February 2009. SplashMoney comes in versions for desktop (*est. $20) or mobile (*est. $30) and runs on both Windows and Mac operating systems. It offers multiple currency support as well. Reviewers say that SplashMoney is best suited to users who are new to financial accounting software and just want to manage financial accounts and set up a budget, with basic reports. You can download transactions directly from your financial institutions, however, there are none of the advanced planning or investment tracking features that more expensive software offers. SplashMoney offers a 30-day free trial and a 60-day money-back guarantee, so it's easy to try it out without making a commitment. Those who have more complex accounting needs and want a low-cost option should consider the free application GnuCash, say experts.
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1. About.com
This inexpensive software is perfect for novices and those who want a simple way to manage their accounts and track spending, according to Elmblad. It offers an easy-to-understand user interface and the ability to set up and manage a budget and generate basic financial reports. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: SplashMoney Desktop Personal Finance Software for Windows and Mac, Shelley Elmblad
Mobile device expert Brian Hart writes that although the software has a few bugs, "it is a very promising financial app for your iPhone with some powerful features." He likes that the software supports many types of accounts and multiple currencies and that it provides real-time currency updates.
Review: App Review: SplashMoney, Brian Hart, Sept. 8, 2008
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