Coin Sort

You just point your phone's camera at a pile of coins on a plain surface, like a white placemat, and the app automatically identifies and counts them with a fun 'cha-ching' sound. It's simple enough for kids to use, though you may need to nudge overlapping coins apart or correct an occasional misidentification, like a dime mistaken for a penny.

The 'jars' feature lets you set up visual savings goals, like 'Pizza Night' or 'Ice Cream Fund,' and watch a digital jar fill up with coins as you sort. It's a great way to teach kids about saving for something specific and makes the process more engaging than just looking at a number.

The free version displays full-screen video ads right after you finish a scan, which can be disruptive, especially with kids. You can't avoid them in the free version, but they're a trade-off for the app being free, and you might consider looking for a paid version if the interruptions bother you.

If the app misidentifies a coin, like calling a dime a penny, simply tap on the incorrect coin in the results to manually correct it. The app is generally accurate with well-separated coins on a contrasting background, so spreading coins out and using a plain placemat helps reduce errors.

Coin Sort focuses on quickly counting a mixed pile of coins and tracking savings goals, while Coinoscope is more about identifying rare or foreign coins. Coin Sort's interface is simpler for families and kids, but it lacks Coinoscope's detailed coin catalog and identification features for collectors.