Apps are awesome. They make our lives easier, more efficient, and way more entertaining. Heck, the app landscape is as hot as it’s ever been. But how do you know which ones are worth your time, and which ones are duds? Well, that’s where we come in. Cool Apps Man has gone ahead and put together the ultimate top ten list of the best iPhone apps.
The 10 Best iPhone Apps
10) SnapGuide (Heavy Bits Inc, Free)
If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, this is the app for you. This app is a complete how to guide for nearly every category you can think of. From cooking that perfect burger to styling your hair, SnapGuide separates the process for you in one beautiful picture oriented walkthrough.
9) Eventbrite (Eventbrite, Free)
It’s Saturday night, and you and you significant other are bored out of your minds. Guess what? There’s an app for that. Eventbrite tracks your location and tells you about everything going on around you. Whether it be concerts or conferences; this app will supply you with info, directions and a place to purchase tickets.
8) Camera+ ( tap tap tap, $1.99)
Honestly, the iPhone camera is pretty great as it is. But Camera+ turns your photography skills from amateur to Ansel Adams status all with a simple download. This award winning camera app is well worth the $1.99 price as it features multiple shooting modes, zooms, borders, effects and sharing options.
7) Tinder (Tinder Inc, Free)
The dating scene is pretty complicated. Luckily, Tinder has made the process a bit easier and way more entertaining. After you upload some pictures and a profile, you simply swipe left or right on people you are interested. If the person swipes right on you as well, you are given the opportunity to chat with each other. Then boom! You’re bored on a Saturday night, scanning through Eventbrite.
6) Moves (ProtoGeo, Free)
Moves is the app that is going to help you go from slob to stud. This fitness app monitors your every movement all by simply carrying your phone around with you. This bad boy isn’t just a boring pedometer. Moves recognizes your location and activity so that it can give you feedback on your calories burned and daily habits.
5) Spotify (Spotify, Free with optional $10 subscription)
Don’t let the competing apps fool you, Spotify is the must have download for any music lover. Spotify gives you instant access to nearly every album created by every artist. Ever. While the the app itself is free, you will need to pay ten bucks a month to avoid ads and constant shuffle mode. But trust me, it’s well worth it to never have to pay for a CD again.
4) Jelly (Jelly Industries, Free)
Jelly is the app that is all about helping people and yourself. Wondering what shoes to buy? Curious about the a piece of art? Jelly lets you a question and have it answered by a random person in the know. You can even snap a picture or use your current location to deepen the context. No matter how thought provoking or random the question, Jelly will find your answer.
3) Mint (Mint.com, Free)
Look, not everyone is an accountant. Sometimes we act like we’re Jay Gatsby when we really shouldn’t. However, with Mint, you’ll never have to worry about missing a bill or spending too much on clothes again. Mint will manage your spending and supply you with a suitable budget. You can even keep track of your credit card purchases and bank accounts.
2) Yelp (Yelp, Free)
After all of these years, Yelp is still the ol’ standby for finding anything your heart desires. Where ever you are, the Yelp community will get you there and give you any piece of information about the establishment. Can’t find a place that serves $1 oysters? Yelp’s got your back. Need a gym where not everyone is a meathead? Yelp has you covered.
1) Paper (Facebook Inc, Free)
Facebook’s completely immersive news app came out with a great deal of hype. And it is completely justifiable. The beautifully designed layout lets you scroll through news stories and your own Facebook feed effortlessly. You can even tilt your phone to explore pictures in more detail. Simply put, Paper is damn near perfect in the purpose it was cre