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My completely free budget tracking app reached 8000 daily active users
r/SideProjectu/Old-Storage1099·August 31, 2025
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The Post
Yesterday, for the first time, over 8,000 people used my app! I actually wanted to make the post at 10,000, but I just had to share it now. I made the app free at the beginning of 2024, and since then the number of users has been continuously growing. I'm just so happy :)
I was frustrated with budget tracking apps, especially recurring transactions. Every app I tried seemed to break down at some point due to time zone glitches, syncing errors, or missed/duplicated recurring payments. So I built my own.
It's completely free, simple, and reliable. No subscriptions, no ads, no tracking. Monee is currently the #1 budget tracker in Germany on iOS. Android version was just released 2 weeks ago.
Why this launch worked
This launch was successful due to a strong product-market fit, addressing common frustrations with a genuinely free and reliable solution. The transparency about its current cost structure (low Firebase expenses) and the explicit request for feedback created a positive and engaging environment for potential users on r/SideProject.
What Worked
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Addresses a clear pain point: Users are frustrated with existing budget tracking apps, especially regarding recurring transactions, time zone glitches, and syncing errors.
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Offers a compelling value proposition: The app is completely free, simple, reliable, with no subscriptions, ads, or tracking.
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Leverages a successful strategy: Making the app free at the start of 2024 has led to continuous user growth.
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Demonstrates traction and social proof: Reached 8,000 daily active users and is #1 budget tracker in Germany on iOS.