Best GardenBook alternatives: apps like GardenBook

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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9 free apps

Updated October 2026

Garrett Schumacher

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Looking for something like GardenBook? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to GardenBook

#1

Risora: Mindset & Self-Growth by Fulcrum Rocks LLC

Editor's Choice

5.0(1 ratings)

Free

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This app helps you practice real-life scenarios based on your personality type. Engage with short, daily exercises designed to address personal growth challenges like overthinking and people-pleasing. Unlock new content as you build streaks and overcome "monsters" in areas like career and wellbeing.

#2

GrowMore CookMore by TONY CHARLES SMITH

Vegetable Garden Planner

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#3

Gardenate by Hutchinson Software Pty Ltd

Keep Your Garden Growing

Worth Considering

4.0😊(26 ratings)

$1.99

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This app helps you grow your own vegetables and herbs with detailed plant information and localized planting calendars. It offers features for both beginners and experienced gardeners, including reminders and data export. Keep your garden thriving with personalized guidance.

What We Love

👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
💰 One-time payment model (no subscription)
📅 Accurate planting calendar for specific regions
📸 Seed packet photo scanning feature
📝 Excellent diary and tracking functionality
🌱 Comprehensive plant information and companion planting guides
⏰ Customizable harvest time tracking
🎯 Zone-specific recommendations
💪 Reliable and stable performance
🤝 Responsive developer support
📱 Works seamlessly across devices
🌍 Supports multiple geographic regions

Room to Improve

📚 Limited plant database (mostly vegetables only)
🐛 Data loss issues during updates
📞 Inconsistent customer support response times
🔄 Conflicting planting information between devices
🎨 Lacks visual garden layout/design features
❌ No shared garden functionality between users
🔍 Search functionality removed in recent updates
⚠️ Inaccurate harvest dates for some zones
🌸 No flowers, fruits, or perennials included
📊 Limited sorting and organization options
🖼️ Difficult to import existing photos

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Stitch & Row - GaugeGuide

Stitch & Row - GaugeGuide

Stitch & Row - GaugeGuide

Knitting Calc & Database

This app helps knitters calculate and adjust patterns. It allows users to modify existing designs, adapt to different yarns, or update patterns to match their personal gauge. A hands-free voice counter is available for tracking rows and stitches.

Pattern adjustment calculatorGauge matchingYarn substitution calculations

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FarmIt: AI Plant Identifier

FarmIt: AI Plant Identifier

FarmIt: AI Plant Identifier

Plant Care & Plant Disease AI

Plan and manage your garden with a visual layout tool, companion planting advice, and detailed plant guides. Identify diseases with AI and receive personalized care reminders to ensure a thriving harvest.

Visual garden layout designerCompanion planting recommendationsDetailed plant care guides

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GARDENIZE Plant Care Gardening

GARDENIZE Plant Care Gardening

GARDENIZE Plant Care Gardening

Plant identification & Garden

Manage your garden and plant collection with this app. It offers a vast plant database, personalized care tips, and tools to organize your garden spaces. Track plant history, set reminders, and get inspired by a community of gardeners.

Extensive plant databasePersonalized plant care adviceGarden organization by area

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Aesty: AI Stylist & Planner

Aesty: AI Stylist & Planner

Aesty: AI Stylist & Planner

Outfit Maker, Try-On & Closet

Transform social media outfits into wearable looks you can virtually try on. This app analyzes your style and existing wardrobe to create personalized outfits, helping you shop smarter and dress authentically.

Virtual outfit try-onAI outfit generationDigital closet organization

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YarnBuddy – Knit and Crochet

YarnBuddy – Knit and Crochet

YarnBuddy – Knit and Crochet

Row counter & stash tracker

Track your knitting and crochet projects with a digital journal and row counter. Save project details, photos, and notes to easily resume unfinished work. Manage your yarn stash and import patterns from various sources.

Project tracking with photos and notesRow counter with highlighterYarn stash management

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Seedtime: Garden Planner App

Seedtime: Garden Planner App

Seedtime: Garden Planner App

Gardening & Planting Calendar

Manage your garden tasks, notes, and planting schedule all in one app. Visualize your planting calendar, track daily tasks, and record observations with photos. Access educational videos and get gardening advice from an AI assistant.

Personalized gardening calendarDaily and weekly task checklistsGarden journal with photo uploads

free with in-app purchases

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Tracking for Youth & Parents

This app helps parents and Scouts track their journey from Lion to Eagle Scout. It focuses on individual progress and requires a my.scouting.org login for parents or youth accounts.

Track progress from Lion to Eagle ScoutParent and youth account supportIndividual experience tracking

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