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Apps That
Went Free on
2017-05-13

Challenge your creative thinking, tune your instruments, and monitor credit card transactions with today’s collection of apps and games.

Plexiword: Word Guessing Games
iPhone
iPad
Plexiword: Word Guessing Games

Plexiword: Word Guessing Games

Kooapps

Challenge your creative thinking with Plexiword.

Fans of word games and puzzles.

FREE ($1.99) For a limited time FREE ($1.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Plexiword presents you with an assortment of letters and you must use them to guess the word or phrase. Pay close attention to the color, direction, and location of the word in the box, as they will provide the clues needed to solve the puzzle. The coins earned from completing each puzzle can be used to skip ahead, remove letters from the pool, or place letters in their correct positions.

You enjoy brainteasers.

You’re easily frustrated. If you can’t solve a puzzle, you’ll have to pay up to skip it.

Smart Spending Tracker - Tico
iPhone
iPad
Smart Spending Tracker - Tico

Smart Spending Tracker - Tico

TicoTech.co, LLC

Monitor credit card transactions and get notified of suspicious activity with Tico.

Those concerned with credit card fraud.

FREE ($5.99) For a limited time FREE ($5.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Tico places every single transaction from every single one of your credit cards in one place, helping you stay on top of your expenses. Every transaction and purchase is monitored, and color-coded circles allow you to quickly see if something needs your attention. Transactions can be verified with a left to right swipe and disputed with a right to left swipe. Tico also provides transaction details like merchant, location, category, and type.

You have a credit card from a major bank and want to be extra cautious. Tico will keep your cards safe and secure.

You aren’t fond of the idea of providing or trusting Tico with your credit card information.

Tuner T1 Pro
iPhone
iPad
Tuner T1 Pro

Tuner T1 Pro

JSplash Apps

Get your instruments sounding exactly how you want with Tuner T1.

Those who play a musical instrument.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Tuner T1 allows you to tune any musical instrument including guitar, violin, bass, piano, and flute. Simply play and watch as Tuner T1 shows the exact pitch, note, and deviation. Tuner T1 has an accuracy of ±0.1 cents. The app also includes a tone generator, and the ability to set frequency.

You’re a musician. Easy as that.

You require more advanced features. Tuner T1 focuses on simplicity.

Metronome M1 Pro
iPhone
iPad
Metronome M1 Pro

Metronome M1 Pro

JSplash Apps

Improve your sense of rhythm with Metronome M1.

Musicians will love its simplicity.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Metronome M1 supports tempos ranging from 30 to 300 BPM. You’re able to adjust the tempo via a slider or you can tap to a beat. Visual and audio cues will help you stick to your beat. The app also includes simple and compound time signatures, subdivisions, three sounds to choose from, and an increasing tempo option.

You require an accurate metronome. It even has Apple Watch support.

You’re not a musician.

Frugi - Home Budget
iPhone
iPad
Frugi - Home Budget

Frugi - Home Budget

Iman Ghasempour

Find out where all of your money is going with this finance app.

Those who need to stick to a budget.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Frugi makes recording transactions a painless experience. Just swipe down to add or subtract from your total balance. You’re able to attach a category to each transaction and select a date if necessary. All of your transactions will be calculated automatically and presented in list form. Transactions can be removed with a right to left swipe, and you can move them to a future date with a double tap. The app also includes the ability to manage multiple accounts, and a calendar view.

You need to get your finances in order.

You prefer to record your finances from your wrist. It lacks Apple Watch support.