SnapCount vs. CountThings
A shared manual counter and an automatic photo or video counting workflow.
CountThings is built to count items automatically from photos and video, including offline workflows. SnapCount is for teams who need to maintain one live manual count in a browser. The better choice depends on whether the work starts with images or people recording observations as they happen.
CountThings
- A photo or video workflow can be more setup than a simple shared tally needs
- Automatic counting is not a substitute for a live count that people verify as it happens
- Pricing is based on the selected CountThings product and license type
SnapCount
- $49 Team plan is a one-time purchase
- Start a browser-based shared session without an app install
- Keep one live manual total across the people doing the count
A Closer Look
Pricing & fit
CountThings lists a 7-day photo trial, $24 for one 24-hour photo license, $120 per month for a photo license, and $600 per month for a video license on its English pricing section. Those options fit automated image workflows. SnapCount Team is $49 once per organization for browser-based shared manual counting, saved records, and exports.
Source: CountThings pricing, checked August 3, 2026Workflow
CountThings is the better fit when automatic photo or video counting, offline use, or a customized image workflow is the work itself. SnapCount does not automate image counting. It gives a crew one shared live manual total: create a counter, invite teammates, and record the count as the work happens.
Collaboration
The specific thing SnapCount is built to do is let several people update the same manual count from their own browsers while one team sees the shared total live. CountThings' published product focus is automatic image counting, so it is not the product to choose when that shared manual workflow is the job.
Feature Breakdown
| Feature | CountThings | SnapCount |
|---|---|---|
Published entry price | $24 / 24 hours | $49 lifetime/org |
Primary workflow | Automatic photo and video counting | Shared manual live counting |
Automatic photo/video counting CountThings' core workflow | ||
Offline counting CountThings says its apps work offline on the device. |
Which One Is Right for You?
Choose SnapCount if...
- Teams doing manual headcounts or event tallies
- Small-to-medium inventory spot-checks
- Anyone who needs multiplayer counting
- Budget-conscious teams who count regularly
Choose CountThings if...
- •Large-scale automated counting (thousands of identical items)
- •Photo-based counting where manual counting is impractical
- •Offline counting and custom photo/video workflows
Free to prove. Paid when the count matters.
Guest Mode proves live sync in a real count. Free sessions start with 1 hour and stay open while active, up to 4 hours. Lifetime plans add saved records, exports, team access, and accountability.
Pay once. No subscription. No monthly fees.
Guest Mode
$0
up to 4 active hours
No account needed. Share 2 live sessions every 7 days by link or QR code, and test live sync on two devices.
Prove it free
Run a live shared counter before buying.
Buy once
Keep the workspace without monthly renewals.
Invite the crew
Only the organization needs the paid plan.
Defend the record
Use exports, logs, reports, and locks when accuracy matters.
one-time
No recurring subscription
Lifetime access for one organization
Covers one organization
Up to 5 members per organization
Unlimited shared counters for gates, aisles, and stations
Real-time sync across phones, tablets, and laptops
Every device sees the same count as teammates tap, so the team does not reconcile numbers later.
Export totals to spreadsheets
Download final totals for spreadsheets, reports, and handoff notes.
one-time
No recurring subscription
Lifetime access for one organization
Covers one organization
No cap on members
Full audit trail showing who counted what and when
Enterprise records who changed each counter and when for audit-friendly reviews.
Export with exact timestamps
Export event-level rows with exact timestamps instead of just final totals.
Daily activity reports by date range
Pull summarized activity by date range without rebuilding the report manually.
Multiple admins per organization
Reset counters automatically on a timezone-aware schedule for shifts or daily operations.
Lock counters to prevent resets
Prevent accidental or unauthorized resets once a count should be preserved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need AI to count inventory?
Not always. For smaller warehouses or irregular items, manual counting with a team is often faster and cheaper than training an AI model.
Can I try SnapCount for free?
Yes. You can try a free guest session with no sign-up. It starts with 1 hour and stays open while active for up to 4 hours. Upgrade when you need saved team records.
Can I switch from CountThings to SnapCount?
Absolutely. SnapCount doesn't require migration since your counts start fresh. Create an account, invite your team, and you're counting in minutes.
Is CountThings better than SnapCount for photo counting?
Yes. If you need automatic object counts from photos, CountThings is built for that job. SnapCount is the better fit when people are manually counting live across gates, aisles, stations, or devices.
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