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ClayLab

ClayLab

Pottery Tracker & Studio Log

353 ratings
212 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 5, 2019
  • June 17, 2026

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Developer

Lorenzo Calvani
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About

A digital diary for ceramists to meticulously document their pottery projects. Track every stage, from forming to firing, and record detailed information about glazes, clay bodies, and application techniques. Organize and retrieve your work with advanced search and backup features.

✓Comprehensive progress tracking
✓Detailed documentation of glazes and materials
✓Advanced search and filtering
✓Data backup and import/export
✓Layering and application details logging
✓Unlimited photos per piece
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of ClayLab. Based on 353 reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Productivity app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Helpful for organizing pottery pieces
  • 👍Customizable options for clays, glazes, and forms
  • 📸Ability to take and store photos of pieces
  • 🗒️Detailed notes and tracking capabilities
  • 🔍Useful for remembering glaze combinations
  • 🧠Designed with potters' needs in mind
  • 💻Clean and intuitive interface

Negative things

  • 🔒No backup or export functionality
  • 🔍Lack of search and filtering options
  • 🔢Limited to 3 glaze layers per piece
  • 📏No metric measurement options
  • 🗑️Unable to delete pre-populated options
  • 🔀No way to reorder photos or swipe through them
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What's New in ClayLab

2.9.1

June 17, 2026

1. Added a button to clear temporary files and free up storage space. 2. Improved the finished-piece workflow so marking a piece as 'Finished' no longer immediately switches to the presentation view.

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Subscription plans

Monthly

This subscription is billed monthly

$4.991 Month
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User reviews

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ClayLab is a Lifesaver

OK, well maybe it didn't save my life but it does save my sanity! This is the only way I can keep what pieces I have made, what stage they are in, what glazes are used, you name it. It is a super functional, easy to use, amazing app for potters. I highly recommend.
REDinRaleighREDinRaleigh

Excellent and well structured app

A pleasure to use, this app makes keeping track of the clay bodies, glaze and firing techniques for each piece really straightforward. Highly recommend!
r.o.r.o.r.or.o.r.o.r.o

This ROCKS

Currently obsessed with this app. So easy to track my pieces and all labels/tags are 100% customizable to my studio & process! Absolutely worth the download and I will be an avid user for sure
Isabelle HaaIsabelle Haa

Clay lab is the best!!'

Great app. Anyone serious about keeping track of pottery works needs this app. Everyone at our studio asked how I keep track of all my pieces from bisque shelf to final product. It is a must have.
ddddsd vvddddsd vv

Best app!!

This app has saved me from completely forgetting my pieces. It’s easy to use and is the best app I’ve found for clay tracking
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Occasional crashes or performance issues

Bug

Data loss when changing devices or reinstalling

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Requested Features

6 requests

Add hand-building option alongside thrown pieces

Feature

Ability to track firing details (cone, atmosphere, etc.)

Feature

Option to create custom categories (e.g., sold, gifted)

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Search and filter by glaze, clay, form, etc.

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Sync data across devices (iCloud, etc.)

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Export data to CSV or PDF format

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FAQ

What does ClayLab do?

ClayLab is a digital diary designed specifically for ceramists. It allows you to seamlessly document every step of your pottery creation process, from initial forming to the final firing. You can log details about materials, techniques, and the progress of each piece.

What are the key features of ClayLab?

Key features include comprehensive tracking of a piece's stage and progress, detailed documentation of glazes, underglazes, slips, oxides, stains, forming methods, and clay bodies. It also offers advanced search and filtering, data backup and import/export, and precise logging of glazing techniques and application details.

How does ClayLab make money?

ClayLab operates on a freemium model. The free version offers core features like unlimited pieces and photos, and custom material entries. A subscription unlocks advanced features such as backup import/export, unlimited decoration layers, and detailed application logging.

Can I use ClayLab on multiple devices?

Yes, you can transfer your records to other devices using the export and import feature. This ensures your work is always accessible and provides a robust backup solution for your ceramic diary.

What kind of information can I record about my pottery?

You can record a wide range of details, including glaze applications, underglazes, slips, oxides, stains, forming methods, and clay bodies. You can also log dimensions, weight, stage, status, and add general notes. The Pro version allows for more granular details like dipping time and coat selection.