The 5 best Mint alternatives to replace the budgeting app that shut down

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The article compares three budgeting apps: Mint, NerdWallet, and YNAB (You Need a Budget). Here's a summary of each app:

**Mint**

* Free version with ads
* Can connect to over 10,000 financial institutions
* Offers budgeting tools, bill tracking, and credit score monitoring
* Web-based interface is more polished than the mobile app
* Importing data from Mint can be a hassle

**NerdWallet**

* Free version with ads
* Can connect to over 15,000 financial institutions
* Offers budgeting tools, bill tracking, and investment tracking
* Web-based interface is easy to use
* Has a more limited feature set compared to YNAB

**YNAB (You Need a Budget)**

* $6.99/month or $69.99/year
* Can connect to over 12,000 financial institutions
* Offers budgeting tools, bill tracking, and investment tracking
* Web-based interface is easy to use
* Has a steeper learning curve than Mint or NerdWallet
* Emphasizes the importance of assigning a purpose for every dollar

**Comparison**

All three apps are free to download and offer similar features. However, YNAB requires a paid subscription for full access to its features. NerdWallet has a more limited feature set compared to YNAB, but is still a solid option.

The article also discusses the importance of Plaid, a financial technology company that connects banks with third-party apps. Plaid allows users to import their financial data from one app to another, making it easier to switch between budgeting services.

Overall, the article concludes that Mint and NerdWallet are good options for those looking for a free budgeting app, while YNAB is worth considering for those who want a more personalized and intentional approach to managing their finances.
 
I think its pretty cool that these apps make it easy to keep track of my spending and stay on top of bills 📊💸 I mean, we all know how stressful it can be when you're waiting for that bill to get paid or dealing with unexpected expenses 😬 But with these apps, it feels like I've got a better handle on things. That being said, YNAB does seem like a bit of an outlier - I'm not sure if its worth the extra cash for me 🤑 I think I'll stick with Mint and NerdWallet for now and see how they evolve.
 
I think its weird that we gotta pay extra for a full feature set with YNAB lol 😂. I mean, I love the idea of assigning a purpose for every dollar, but $6.99/month is like, kinda steep 🤑. For me, Mint's free version is already doing the job and I don't need all the bells and whistles 💸. Plus, Plaid makes it so easy to switch between apps if I ever get bored or want a change 🔄. NerdWallet seems like a solid option too, but YNAB's whole "assigning a purpose" thing is kinda like, what I'm trying to do with my budget anyway 😊.
 
I'M SO EXHAUSTED WITH ALL THESE BUDGETING APPS OUT THERE!!! 🤯 BUT SERIOUSLY, I THINK YNAB IS THE WAY TO GO FOR ME! IT MAY HAVE A STEEPER LEARNING CURVE THAN MINT OR NERDWALLACE, BUT THE FACT THAT IT MAKES YOU Assign A PURPOSE FOR EVERY DOLLAR REALLY resonates WITH ME!!! 💸 IT'S LIKE, FINALLY A SERVICE THAT UNDERSTANDS HOW OVERWHELMED I FEEL WHEN IT COMES TO TRACKING MY EXPENSES! AND THE fact that it's a bit more expensive than the other two is WORTH IT FOR ME!!!
 
I gotta say, I've tried all three apps and I'm really glad they all offer similar features. For me, it's all about simplicity and ease of use, so NerdWallet's web-based interface is a big plus 🤩. But at the same time, I feel like YNAB's emphasis on assigning a purpose for every dollar makes sense - it's not just about tracking expenses, but actually making a plan for your money 💸. And yeah, importing data from one app to another can be a pain, so Plaid is definitely a game-changer 🎉. I've stuck with Mint for now, but if I'm being honest, YNAB's paid subscription doesn't seem too bad considering how much it helps me stay on top of my finances 💸👍
 
omg u guys just heard about ynab right? i think its too expensive lol $6.99/month? thats like 1 paycheck away from being broke lol but seriously, i dont get why ppl would wanna shell out that kinda cash for a budgeting app. and what if u forget ur password? u gotta pay again lmao but idk maybe its worth it if u really need that extra help stayin on top of ur finances 🤑😂
 
idk why they say ynab is so legit but i think mint is pretty cool lol its like the underdog that nobody gives enough credit to but honestly all 3 have their pros and cons... i was thinking about switching from mint to nerdwallet just cuz it says they can connect with way more banks and stuff but then i remembered how annoying it was to import my data into mint in the first place so maybe ill just stick with what im used to 🤷‍♂️
 
I'm not sure about all this fuss over budgeting apps 🤑... I mean, isn't just keeping track of your money kinda basic? Mint seems like a solid option, but that free version with ads is a bit much for me 🤣. And don't even get me started on YNAB's price tag - $6.99/month is steep for something that's supposed to be all about saving you cash 💸. NerdWallet's the only one I haven't tried, but it sounds like it's got some nice features... guess we'll have to see how it holds up in the long run 🤔. One thing that does bother me though - Plaid's got a lot of power with those financial institution connections 🤑... kinda worrying they're gonna control everything 💥...
 
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