YNAB software - educate me

[Catrin]

I know that YNAB has a free trial period, and I may give it another shot though the software is a little pricey for me right now.

So, if you are a YNAB user, what is the advantage of using it over a personal spreadsheet where you keep track of your budget? I've done that for years but I need a fresh approach and am considering different options. This might be it, or not, but let me know why you chose to pay for this program rather than to have your own personal spreadsheet.