Comparison

ZoeLog vs Donna Pro

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ZoeLog

Streamline camera reporting for film and TV productions. This app replaces paper logbooks with custom keypads for fast data entry and cloud syncing for team-wide access. Generate professional PDF reports and share them easily with your crew.

Highlights
  • Custom keypads for fast logging
  • Automatic cloud syncing
  • Searchable camera reports
  • Professional PDF report generation
  • Real-time team sharing
  • Offline use with automatic backup
Features
Read full description

ZoeLog is designed to replace your old paper log book. Custom keypads make logging takes, lenses, and filters as fast as writing by hand. Everybody on the same job has the same notes, because it syncs to the cloud automatically. If you've ever accidentally taken a log book home with you, you know why ZoeLog exists. Built for ACs, script supervisors, and VFX teams who need searchable, sharable camera reports. No more flipping through pages to find that matching focal length. Your whole team's notes are in your pocket, the moment you need them. - Fast entry Smart keypads built for every field, so you can spend less time typing, and Smartfill copies over the notes that don't change every setup. - Professional reports Clean, readable PDFs you can hand off to post at the end of the day. - Share with anyone Invite other ZoeLog users to the log, and they'll see updates in real time. For everyone else, email, print, or even text your log to them. You control who has access. It's even cross-platform. - Never lose your log Everything backs up to the cloud automatically, so you're good if you accidentally take your phone for a swim. You can even use your log offline. It'll back up when you have service again. - Free to try One week, full access, no commitment, no credit card.

About

Donna Pro

This app simulates the menu structure of RED cameras, allowing users to learn, practice, and reference settings. It's a valuable tool for filmmakers and technicians working with RED camera systems, offering quick access to information and support resources.

Highlights
  • Realtime Push Notifications
  • IPP2 Menu Tree Simulation
  • RED TECH information
  • FAQ and Support access
  • Frame rate and resolution calculator
  • Learn, practice, and reference menu structure
Features
Read full description

Donna Pro: - Realtime Push Notifications - IPP2 Menu Tree (firmware version 6.4.X) - RED TECH - FAQ - RED SUPPORT - Maximum achievable frame rates and resolution calculator for all RED camera models *Featured on NO FILM SCHOOL, CineTechnica, REDSHARKNEWS and NATEANDSEAN.RED.COM* - A must for anyone working with RED cameras. Your very own RED headed assistant. Donna allows users to quickly learn, practice and reference the DSMC/DSMC2 menu structure in the palm of their hand. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. A perfect companion for AC's, DP's, DIT's, Rental Houses, Owner/Operators and film students working with RED cameras. "I work for RED and have been supporting the cameras for over 7 years. No BS… I sincerely believe that this is hands down the best thing for any RED user, assistant, owner, operator, or enthusiast to have on their phone. I recommend it to everyone on the receiving end of one of my camera demos, or anyone who contacts me about menu navigation." - Nate Heartt, RED LEARN. PRACTICE. REFERENCE. -Avoid menu surfing on the camera -Look like a menu wizard in front of your colleagues. -Bridge that gap between a Data Manager and a DIT. -Maybe you’ve gone as far as you can on your own and need to quickly file a support ticket while on set… DONNA can help with that. Please note, this will not allow you to control the camera and is a simulator to be used for educational purposes. Not all buttons/menus are active.

Screenshots

ZoeLog4 screens
Donna Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Donna Pro at none against ZoeLog's 6. Donna Pro also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.4). ZoeLog's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 60%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ZoeLog sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Donna Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ZoeLog against 4.5 for Donna Pro. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 14 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of ZoeLog's written reviews are positive against 60% of Donna Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ZoeLog ships an update every 6 days, Donna Pro every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ZoeLog versus Donna Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZoeLogDonna Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (34 ratings) — better4.5 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.48.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB256 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZoe Van BruntKristopher Prygrocki

Customer experience

ZoeLog

All ratings34 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative11.5%

Donna Pro

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ZoeLog

One-time3
  • 1 Month2 variants$4.99
  • Multiple Months2 variants$4.99
  • 1 Year2 variants$49.99
None

Donna Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZoeLog free?
ZoeLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Donna Pro free?
Donna Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ZoeLog or Donna Pro?
ZoeLog is rated higher. ZoeLog averages 4.6 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Donna Pro averages 4.5 from 14 ratings.
Do ZoeLog or Donna Pro have ads?
Neither ZoeLog nor Donna Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ZoeLog or Donna Pro?
ZoeLog ships an update every 6 days, and Donna Pro every 4 days. Most recently, ZoeLog was updated on September 29, 2026 and Donna Pro on June 1, 2026.

Other comparisons