A Goodbudget alternative that works offline
Goodbudget is built for syncing. Sealed is built for privacy and offline use. See what each does well and what it costs over five years.
The short version
Goodbudget is a long-standing envelope budgeting app built around syncing one set of envelopes between devices, which makes it a natural fit for couples. Sealed is built for a single person who wants to keep everything on one device, offline, with no account. Choose by whether sync or privacy matters more.
Five-year cost
| Goodbudget | Sealed (planned) | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 10 regular envelopes, 2 devices | 7 envelopes |
| Paid | Premium: $10 a month or $80 a year; unlimited envelopes, 5 devices | Plus: $29.99 once or $14.99 a year; unlimited envelopes |
| 5 years paid | $400 on the yearly plan | $29.99 lifetime or $74.95 yearly |
Prices checked 2026-11-07 on the vendors' own pricing pages. Plans change, so confirm before you buy. Sealed store prices are planned, not final.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Goodbudget | Sealed web build |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | Envelopes, manual entry | Envelopes, manual entry plus file import |
| Sync across devices | Yes | No |
| Account required | Yes | No |
| Offline use | Limited | Full, installable web app |
| Sinking funds | Yes, as envelopes | Dedicated, with target date and monthly amount |
| Safe-to-spend pace | No | Yes, per envelope |
| Statement import | Limited | CSV, OFX, QIF with rules and undo |
| Data location | Vendor servers | Your device |
Who should pick which
Choose Goodbudget if two people need to edit the same envelopes from different phones today.
Choose Sealed if you budget alone, want your numbers to stay on your phone, and like seeing a daily pace for each envelope.
Couples who want Sealed can follow the no-sync weekly routine. For a comparison with a subscription-based zero-based app, see the YNAB alternative page.
FAQ
How many envelopes does Goodbudget's free plan include?
According to Goodbudget's sign-up page (checked 2026-11-07) the free plan includes 10 regular envelopes and use on 2 devices.
Does Sealed sync between devices?
No. Sealed's web build keeps data on one device and offers manual backup and restore. Syncing between two people is planned for iOS.
Is Sealed good for couples?
Today it suits one person. Goodbudget is built around syncing a budget between two people; Sealed is not yet.