Count Things: Smart Counter for iPhone

Smart counting, simplified

Count Things: Smart Counter is an iPhone tool that speeds up counting tasks using your phone camera. Point the camera at a group of like items, take a photo, and the app identifies and tallies objects such as wooden logs, metal pipes, or bundled parts. You can pick a sample item as a reference and the app will estimate the total automatically, with an option to correct the result manually for maximum accuracy.

How the app determines totals

• Pick a reference object in the image to establish scale and shape recognition.
• The app analyzes the photo and produces an automatic count based on that reference.
• If the automatic estimate isn’t quite right, you can edit the number by hand to ensure precise results.

Who finds it useful

• Hobbyists and households — for tasks like sorting puzzle pieces or organizing LEGO collections.
• Warehouse, transport, and manufacturing teams that need fast inventory checks.
• Research and medical staff who count lab supplies, vials, or other small equipment.

Saving results and sharing options

• Export completed counts as PDF or JPEG files for reports or record-keeping.
• Store counting sessions within the app so you can revisit or reprocess past jobs anytime.

Cost and alternative solutions

The app is free to download, but advanced or unlimited use requires a subscription; several premium plans are offered depending on needs. If you want a free alternative, consider Flock Safety’s free option as another tool to explore.

Typical workflows and examples

• Inventorying construction materials on a job site (e.g., pipes, beams).
• Counting small lab items or medical supplies for audits.
• Sorting and tallying hobby components like model parts or brick collections.