Let’s be honest: keeping track of your budget isn’t the most joyful thing to do. But being aware of how much money comes in and where it’s going can help you feel more on top of your financial goals. And using an app as great as Buddy turns this exercise into a genuinely seamless part of everyday life.

What we love: How quick and easy everything is. You can connect a bank account to automatically import your expenses, or put a widget on your Home Screen to swiftly enter them as you go. Buddy doesn’t force a strict category system on you, either. Instead, it gives you the freedom to structure your budget in a way that works for you, adding just as much detail as you need.

Quick tip: Budgeting often isn’t a solitary experience. Tracking your resources with friends and family on an ongoing basis or working towards a specific financial goal with a partner? Head to the Budget tab to set up a new plan – for, say, Our Household or Holiday – and invite someone to share it with you.

Meet the creator: Buddy was made by a small team based in Stockholm, Sweden, co-founded by Simon Persson and Olle Lind. The fact that they put a huge focus on user experience is evident from the moment you open the app. The space is inviting and clutter-free – and you can even choose your own colour themes!