PocketSmith is great for forecasting, but your data stays locked in its app and automatic bank feeds sit behind paid tiers. Avery syncs transactions straight into a live Google Sheet you own, with AI categorization and auto-sync from the start.
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Last updated June 2026 · prices and bank coverage reviewed regularly
Connects to major US, UK & European banks
HSBC
Barclays
Lloyds
NatWest
Santander
Revolut
AIB
NationwideThe same spreadsheet workflow — with smarter automation and wider bank coverage. See how Avery compares, feature by feature.
Free to try — your data stays in your own Google Sheet.
PocketSmith is spreadsheet-friendly; Avery is spreadsheet-native. Your transactions live in a real Google Sheet you own, not a static export.
Connect your banks and Avery keeps your sheet current and categorized, ready for any formula-driven workflow.
• AI Categorization
Avery's AI automatically organizes and categorizes your transaction data based on your rules, keeping your budget updated without you lifting a finger.
• Auto Update
Import every transaction across all your accounts with just two clicks, giving you an instant, accurate view of your finances going back two years.
• Custom Rules
Avery automatically categorizes your data and syncs your accounts daily while you sleep, so you stay updated without lifting a finger.
As a software engineer, I value the flexibility to create my own charts and tables. The peace of mind knowing I own my data is critical.
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