# Homesteader Helper — Created by farmer for farmers! > Farm animal and homestead management app for iOS with local data storage. (iPhone/iPad app by Linus Bicker.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homesteader-helper/id1543469299 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Linus Bicker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543469301) - Category: Lifestyle, Productivity - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 4.40/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.6 · 1 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2020-12-06 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homesteader-helper/id1543469299/reviews.md ## What is Homesteader Helper? Homesteader Helper is an iOS app for small farmers and homesteaders to help manage their farm animals. With an easy and intuitive interface, the user simply enters each animal by either name or tag number. From there, a detailed record can be made for each animal with a photo, breed, sex, status, and many other attributes. Other key features:  o For each animal, a detailed log where you can record health and breeding history. o For the farm itself, a log that you can keep to to record key events: pasture rotation, maintenance, expense tracking, etc. The app is totally self contained with all data being stored on the device. No network nor internet connection is needed, so if you don't have internet access out in your barn or in your pasture, the Homesteader Helper won't let you down! ## Key features - Animal record keeping - Health and breeding logs - Farm event tracking - Expense tracking - Offline functionality - Local data storage ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homesteader-helper/id1543469299/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Needs regular updates but a good start for a livestock app *2024-09-13* This app has plenty of potential for creating an awesome record keeping database. There are a few things I’d like to see in an update, such as: - Ability to add multiple animals at once with the same data. I don’t want to have to individually add 15 entries that are all goats, all female and all Myotonic and have to change that on all of the entries - More log entry options. I’d love a customizable entry, where I can change the name to its own genre - Most recent logs. A space on the app where I can view all of my recent logs to make sure I didn’t miss any of the animals. - Ability to add entries to multiple animals at a time. Sometimes I vaccinate a whole group of animals. It’s hard to go through and individually add each vaccination to each animal. - Syncing across devices. I use this app on my iPhone and my iPad and it doesn’t update my changes between devices. Meaning if I want current records on both, I have to manually edit them individually. Overall, I’m very excited to have something to use for record keeping on my mobile device! ### 3/5 — A great App but can I save or print data? *2023-04-10* This is exactly what I need for my small farm but haven’t figured out if I can print or save data. If my iPad dies do I lose all records? ### 2/5 — Apps not working right *2022-05-01* I’ve had this app for about a month and it was working great but I tried to add some new animals to it and it wouldn’t save or show what I was writing **Developer response:** I’m sorry to hear that. Check to see if it was a problem related to dark mode being on. ### 4/5 — Mostly satisfied *2022-03-06* So far I believe this app will be able to help me keep track of what I am wanting. It would be nice if you could change the tabs/images or rearrange them as I have pigs too. And with how this is currently set up I would have to tittle them as either cattle or something if I want to just look at them or just look at the chickens, etc. and not look at everything at once. Maybe an idea for an update? :) **Developer response:** That is a good suggestion. One tip for you - you can categorize the pigs as “other” and that will allow you to filter to some degree by those animals that don’t otherwise have a specific category. ### 2/5 — So close *2022-03-01* This is a great idea but i was unable to figure out how to make it work. It wouldn’t let me add details or delete and animal. I so wanted this to work😓 **Developer response:** Feel free to reach out to me by email. If you swipe left on an animal, you’ll get an option to delete. ### 4/5 — Great app *2022-01-29* This is a pretty great app. It is easy to use and helps seeing a list and having it on hand. The ONLY thing I feel it should be able to do is share information with others working on the farm or send information to the vet when needed. **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! ### 5/5 — Perfect record keeper *2021-04-27* I love this app. I have 2 goats and this helps me see at a glance everything they have had done and what they need next. Thank you for making this so easy to use and not cluttered. It has just what I need. **Developer response:** I’m so glad to hear that! I’m hoping to make a few refinements soon! . Feel free to check out my other apps: https://www.labradoorsoftware.com ### 5/5 — Excellent App for Quick Records! *2020-12-28* I have a small homestead, but have plenty of animals on it, from tall to small. This app is both simple and well organized. I can look up my animals quickly and have access to their medical records. The developer was quick to respond to questions and suggestions. Overall, I’m very excited to have this app in my homestead tool box! **Developer response:** Thank you very much! I’m so glad you are finding it useful! ### 5/5 — Fun Farming *2020-12-08* This is a great app for the well established farmer, to a kid getting ahold of nature’s creatures. Also, can imagine a veterinarian using it to monitor their furry patients. Good job well done! **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback!! I hope you continue to find it useful. I just created an update to fix a couple bugs. ### 4/5 — Easy to use *2020-12-07* I just started using this app for our small goat farm. So far I’m really liking it and find it easy to use. **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! I hope Homesteader Helper will help you keep your goats healthy and happy! ## Frequently asked questions about Homesteader Helper ### What is Homesteader Helper? Homesteader Helper is an iOS application designed for small farmers and homesteaders to manage their farm animals and operations. It allows for detailed record-keeping of individual animals and farm-wide events. ### How much does Homesteader Helper cost? Homesteader Helper is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. There are no subscription fees or in-app purchases. ### Does Homesteader Helper require an internet connection? No, Homesteader Helper is designed to be completely self-contained and does not require a network or internet connection. All data is stored locally on your device. ### What kind of information can I record for my animals? For each animal, you can record attributes such as name or tag number, photo, breed, sex, status, and a detailed log for health and breeding history. ### Can I track farm-wide events with Homesteader Helper? Yes, the app includes a log for the farm itself where you can record key events like pasture rotation, maintenance, and expense tracking. ### What devices is Homesteader Helper compatible with? Homesteader Helper is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up. ### How often is Homesteader Helper updated? The app was last updated on December 11, 2020, to version 1.11. It was initially released on December 6, 2020. ### What is the user sentiment for Homesteader Helper? Homesteader Helper has a positive reception, holding a rating of 4.4 stars from 20 ratings. Users appreciate its offline functionality and comprehensive record-keeping features. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.11 — 2020-12-11 Two bugs that have been fixed: 1) The animal detail screen did not display properly when the phone is set to dark mode. 2) Attempted saves of text values on number fields caused a crash situation. ### 1.0 — 2020-12-06 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Homesteader Helper | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Garden Planner+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/garden-planner-plus/id1667663458) | 4.5 (162) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Laundry Matters](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laundry-matters/id1489945300) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Lifestyle | | [HiveTracks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hivetracks/id1667408004) | 4.8 (962) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Productive Garden](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/productive-garden/id1464862342) | 4.0 (4) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Homesteaders of America](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homesteaders-of-america/id1580825085) | 4.3 (6) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Mother Earth Gardener Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mother-earth-gardener-magazine/id1226885322) | 4.5 (22) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Linus Bicker - [Machine Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-master/id1546887858) - [Vegetation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vegetation/id1562262951) - [Crastination](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crastination/id1602306083) All apps by Linus Bicker: https://appshunter.io/developer/1543469301 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*