# buttons event recorder

> Custom macro keyboard app for efficient event logging with time, location, and export options. (iPhone/iPad app by Warren Burton.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buttons-event-recorder/id955172667 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Warren Burton](https://appshunter.io/developer/384470170)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.89/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 12 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buttons-event-recorder/id955172667/reviews.md

## What is buttons event recorder?

Buttons is an app for creating and using custom single-purpose macro keyboards for the purpose of event logging.  Typical uses include field notes, research or hobbies like birding.  Buttons is also great if you have a variety of similar tasks that need to be recorded repeatedly and you want precise timestamps and locations for each.

Once you’ve built a keyboard you can use it to record interesting events with minimal friction.  Each event is timestamped and geotagged. The logs can be exported in several popular plain text formats including KML, GPX and CSV.  Your keyboards can be exported and be easily distributed to a team of people so that everyone is using the same format.

People with communication difficulties, whether due to disability or otherwise, can use buttons as a speech synthesiser or a non-verbal poster board.

## Key features

- Custom single-purpose macro keyboards
- Field notes and research logging
- Event tagging with time and location
- Export data in KML, GPX, and CSV
- Log detailed text beyond button labels
- Exportable keyboards for team distribution

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $1.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited logs and keyboards | $5.99 | one-time |
| 30 day free trial | Free | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buttons-event-recorder/id955172667/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Great product needs updates

*2025-10-24*

Really hope this product hasnt been forgotten. It’s been so handy for tracking timing for home births and other birthy scenarios. I have one man glitch coming up, and a few minor ones or at least things that could be polished up. But the main one being selecting colors for the buttons is not functioning. No slides. Can’t select other colors. Just a variety of red hues. Please please continue this product and bettering it! It’s so useful!!

### 4/5 — Hope this isn’t abandoned.

*2024-01-23*

I used this to track my times while working EMS. it worked great on my watch and made it super easy to track times. But it stopped working on the watch. I would give it 5 stars if the watch app worked again.

### 3/5 — Stopped working on Apple Watch

*2023-08-26, version 1.6.1*

It used to be great - I was using it to track my epileptic seizures but since a recent update it no longer works on Apple Watch. Now you can’t make access it via the front screen so become useless to me. Shame as it was very helpful and easy to use to track before and now I have to find another one.

### 5/5 — App is perfect!

*2022-07-04*

This app is beautiful in its simplicity and its ability to be customized for whatever purpose you have. Our older dog is having issues with incontinence and regularity, and I needed a reliable way to track her eliminations. I can help her by making sure she gets outside before too much time passes. After a long search, I was about to give up, but then I stumbled across this app, and it’s perfect! I can launch it from my Apple Watch, and with just a tap or two, I have created a log entry that includes what she did, what time, and exactly where we were. I can even pull everything up on a map. It’s everything I wanted, and more. I’m already trying to think up other keyboards I can create!

### 5/5 — Brilliant configurable app

*2021-09-04, version 1.4.1*

I was on the lookout for an app that could be used to capture data via button taps. It would need to be highly configurable- I.e not over designed. 

This is absolutely perfect for  that function - so well designed.

These are the sort of utilities apps that iPhones were made for.

### 2/5 — I really want to like this app, but for now.....

*2019-06-28*

I want to like this app for it’s simplicity.  I only need to log the time and location of events I observe.  The problem is that it will not log the GPS data.  If it did, it would be exactly what I need.

### 1/5 — Confusing and worthless

*2018-10-20*

Spent 30 minutes just trying to create the simplest button to no avail. Don’t waste your money.

### 4/5 — Handy

*2017-09-09*

Very handy, would like to see it default to new entry with button press instead of adding to current entry.

### 5/5 — Well done

*2017-03-13*

Hello,
This program is GREAT. I work in IT and it's a pain keeping track of things when you are constantly being interrupted with 'drive by ' requests. Then at the end of the week the bean counters want to to quantify your work. Easy to do when your work an assembly line, but hard when your constantly bouncing between tasks with little time to ponder. This is really helpful quickly getting it logged. One question my keyboards are getting pretty extensive is there a way to back it up in case I need to restore?

Thanks and best of luck!

Sent from my iPhone

### 5/5 — Amazing App!

*2016-02-20*

Use it to log elimination and feeding of our puppy. Tried several apps for this purpose, including some that cost $10. None was as simple, beautiful and frictionless as this. It integrates in the iPhone's "Today" screen - so I can log events without unlocking my iPhone. It's super fast: Take iPhone out of pocket. Press button to activate screen. Swipe down. And tap the button corresponding to the event I want to log. DONE! It's such a breeze to use that it's actually fun. Which means that you'll use it consistently. Perfect for logging events, moods, encounters or if you want to track habits to make them stick (or get rid of them). No other app comes even close! All events are even geo tagged. Which, in my case, means I can see on a map all the spots where our pup has peed since the time I found this app. Cool, right? ;-)

## Frequently asked questions about buttons event recorder

### What is buttons event recorder?

buttons event recorder is an app designed for creating and using custom single-purpose macro keyboards. It helps users efficiently log events with associated time and location data.

### What kind of data can buttons event recorder export?

You can export your logged events in several well-known formats, including KML, GPX, and CSV. This makes it easy to analyze and share your recorded data.

### Can I customize the text logged by buttons event recorder?

Yes, each button can log more text than is displayed on its label. For instance, a button labeled 'C-Milk' could log 'Delicious Chocolate Milk' to the event, allowing for more detailed entries.

### Is buttons event recorder available on multiple devices?

Yes, buttons event recorder is supported on the Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to log events across your preferred Apple devices.

### How often is buttons event recorder updated?

The app was last updated on April 25, 2024, with version 1.7.0. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the user rating for buttons event recorder?

buttons event recorder has a rating of 4.0 stars from 8 ratings. This suggests a generally positive user reception.

### Does buttons event recorder have ads?

No, buttons event recorder does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases.

### What are the subscription options for buttons event recorder?

There is a subscription plan available called 'Unlock all features' for $1.99 per 6 months. This likely provides access to advanced functionalities beyond the free tier.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.1 — 2026-07-29

Fixes 
- Watch log content uses expanded string. 
- Watch log count values are attributed to value table.

### 1.8.0 — 2026-07-09

- Color picker is fixed.
- New iOS26 interface style.

### 1.7.0 — 2024-04-25

Automatic commit  for watch buttons.

### 1.6.1 — 2023-08-20

- Clipping bug in keyboard settings
- Update Analytics

### 1.6.0 — 2023-08-14

- Choose Auto commit on any button.
- Disable Auto commit timer.

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