Apps That Went Free on 2015-09-09

iPhone

PaceDJ: BPM Running Music

Pacing Technologies, LLC

Get a boost from your music with this fitness app.

It’s ideal for runners who need a little extra motivation to go faster and longer.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Unlike similar apps, PaceDJ actually helps you find the right BPM before you get started by having you answer a few personal and fitness questions. It will then determine the correct BPM based on those parameters and find songs that are within range. Then hit the ground running and allow PaceDJ to not only play you matched music but also track your distance and speed. The app also includes the ability to correct BPM for songs by tapping and create interval workouts.

If you’re a runner or even a cyclist, check out PaceDJ. It helps you make the most of your music library without having to create a bunch of playlists by hand.

If you don’t store most of your favorite tunes locally, PaceDJ won’t be of much use to you.

iPhone

Spender - Money Management

David Reinman

Spender will help you stay on a budget by making it remarkably easy to record daily finances.

It’s the ideal app for anyone who needs to pay close attention to where their money is going.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Spender is one of the fastest finance apps we’ve ever used. Upon launch you’re immediately brought to the expense and income recording screen. Just tap an icon at the top to categorize your entry and add a value. You can toggle between expense and income with a left to right swipe across the top of the screen. You’re also able to attach a note to your entry if need be. The app includes the ability to create custom categories and view a detailed breakdown of your entries.

If you want a quick and simple way to record your finances, you’ve found it in Spender.

If you want to set a passcode, sync your data with the cloud, or convert currencies, you’ll want to skip this one. All three come at an additional cost.

iPhone

Kingdom Rush Tower Defense TD

Ironhide S.A.

Save the kingdom from the forces of darkness by erecting towers in Kingdom Rush.

It’s for those who enjoy fixed-path tower defense games.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Kingdom Rush is pretty much perfect in every way. You're able to place four basic towers along the path to defend your kingdom. Each tower works better against some units than others, so you must customize your strategy based on the approaching enemies. The game includes 45 enemy types, eight specialized tower upgrades, 18 tower abilities, boss battles, an in-game encyclopedia, the ability to command your ground forces, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

If you’re into fantasy tower defense games, this is a must download. Its production values are top notch, with everything from the graphics to the gameplay getting the utmost attention.

If you like to fly through your tower defense games without much resistance, you better skip this one. It’s quite challenging.

iPhone

iPad

Grandpa In Space

Fairlady Media

Your little ones get to head to space with grandpa with this educational app.

It’s designed for children ages five through eight.

$2.99 $2.99

Why we picked this?

Grandpa In Space is loaded with activities for your little ones to enjoy. Along the way they’ll get to fix satellites, add up aliens, blast asteroids, sort items in the ship, and even race UFOs. Grandpa will guide them along the way, so you can just hand off your iDevice and let your child work. The app includes a total of 10 mini-games, 18 instructional videos, and loads of positive reinforcement. ***Have you and your child enjoyed the Grandma and Grandpa series of apps from Fairlady Media? If so, be sure to check out their new app launching tomorrow, Fishing With Grandpa.***

If you want to give your child a head start, start with Grandma’s Preschool. It includes loads of educational content designed by an Educational Psychologist and parents of preschoolers.

Just make sure your child is within the age range. If not, the developers have a handful of other apps that are more suitable.

iPad

Letters from Nowhere® HD (Full)

G5 Entertainment AB

Reveal the secret behind Audrey's missing husband by searching for hidden objects in Letters from Nowhere.

It’s ideal for adventure game fans who enjoy going on the hunt for clues.

$4.99 $4.99

Why we picked this?

Search through scenes for all of the objects on your list, and try to find the three stamps hidden within each to unlock the unlimited puzzle mode. The game includes a dramatic story told through comics, 11 episodes, 48 scenes, more than 1,000 objects to find, and achievements via Game Center.

If you enjoy casual games, this one is perfect for you. It mixes an adventurous storyline into a rock solid hidden objects adventure game.

Letters from Nowhere has very little replay value, so if you’re in need of a hidden objects game you can play again and again, check out something like Little Things from developer Klick Tock.

iPhone

Letters from Nowhere® (Full)

G5 Entertainment AB

Reveal the secret behind Audrey's missing husband by searching for hidden objects in Letters from Nowhere.

It’s ideal for adventure game fans who enjoy going on the hunt for clues.

$2.99 $2.99

Why we picked this?

Search through scenes for all of the objects on your list, and try to find the three stamps hidden within each to unlock the unlimited puzzle mode. The game includes a dramatic story told through comics, 11 episodes, 48 scenes, more than 1,000 objects to find, and achievements via Game Center.

If you enjoy casual games, this one is perfect for you. It mixes an adventurous storyline into a rock solid hidden objects adventure game.

Letters from Nowhere has very little replay value, so if you’re in need of a hidden objects game you can play again and again, check out something like Little Things from developer Klick Tock.