Spliit: A Free, Open-Source Alternative to Splitwise
Splitting expenses with friends or roommates can be a hassle—especially when you’re tired of juggling spreadsheets or dealing with proprietary apps that lock you in. Enter Spliit, a free and open-source alternative to Splitwise that keeps things simple, transparent, and developer-friendly.
Built by the community, for the community, Spliit offers a no-nonsense way to track shared expenses without hidden fees or vendor lock-in. And since it’s open-source, you can self-host it, tweak it, or even contribute to its development.
What It Does
Spliit is a web app that helps you:
- Track shared expenses (rent, groceries, trips, etc.)
- Split costs fairly (equal shares, custom splits, or percentages)
- Settle up with friends via built-in balance tracking
- Recurring expenses (handy for rent or subscriptions)
Unlike proprietary alternatives, Spliit is MIT-licensed, meaning you can modify and deploy it however you like.
Why It’s Cool
- Self-hostable – Run it on your own server for full control over your data.
- Progressive Web App (PWA) – Install it on your phone or desktop for offline use.
- Recurring expenses – Automate monthly bills without manual entry.
- Built with modern tech – Next.js, Prisma, and TypeScript under the hood.
- Active development – Recent updates include Docker optimizations and better i18n support.
How to Try It
You can:
- Use the hosted version at spliit.app.
- Self-host it – Clone the GitHub repo and follow the setup instructions (Docker support included).
- Contribute – Found a bug or want a new feature? PRs are welcome!
Final Thoughts
Spliit is a great example of how open-source can solve everyday problems without locking users into a platform. If you’ve ever been frustrated by Splitwise’s limitations or just prefer self-hosted tools, this is worth checking out.
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