A Splid alternative that opens from a link, no app needed
Splid is a lovely app, and like Tabby it doesn't make anyone sign up. The catch is that it's a phone app, so everyone who wants to add a cost has to install it first. Tabby does the core job from a private link that works in any browser, on a phone or a laptop.
Why people look for a Splid alternative
It's phone only
Splid runs on iPhone and Android. If you'd rather sort the money out on a laptop after the trip, there's no browser version to open.
Everyone has to install it
To add costs together, each person needs the app on their phone. That's a big ask for a one-off dinner or a friend of a friend on the trip.
Some extras cost money
The core app is free, but things like Excel export are in-app purchases.
Tabby vs Splid
Splid has more features. Tabby is quicker to get the whole group on board.
| Tabby | Splid | |
|---|---|---|
| App to install | No, it works in any browser | Yes, iPhone or Android app |
| Use it on a laptop | Yes | No browser version listed |
| Sign up needed | No | No |
| Price | Free | Free, with in-app purchases |
| Works offline | No, it needs a connection | Yes |
| Currencies | One per tab: £, € or $ | 150+, with automatic conversion |
| Ways to split | Equally, between everyone or chosen people | Equally or unequally, with several payers |
| Best for | Groups where not everyone wants another app | Groups happy to all install the same app, or trips with no signal |
How Tabby works
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Create a tab
Give it a name and pick £, € or $. You get a private link straight away.
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Share the link
Drop it in the group chat. Each person opens it in their browser and picks their name.
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Add what you paid
Whoever pays adds it. Split it between everyone or just the people involved.
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Settle up
Tabby shows who owes who. Pay each other by bank transfer and mark it settled.
When Splid is the better pick
- You're heading somewhere with no signal and need to add costs offline.
- You're paying in lots of currencies and want automatic conversion.
- You need unequal splits or exports for a spreadsheet.
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Questions
Does Splid have a web version? +
Splid's website and app store listings describe a phone app for iPhone and Android. If you want to split costs in a browser, Tabby works from a link on any device.
Do my friends need to download anything to use Tabby? +
No. They open the link in their browser and pick their name. No app and no account.
Is Tabby free? +
Yes. No paid plan, no ads and no account.
Can I use Tabby for a holiday abroad? +
Yes. Pick £, € or $ for the tab. Each tab uses one currency, so add costs in that currency.
Is this the Tabby buy now, pay later app? +
No, that's a separate company. This Tabby is a free expense splitter at tabby.money with no ads and no account. It doesn't lend money or take payments.