Comparison

LotDate vs CosmeTick

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

Head to head
About

LotDate

Instantly decode cosmetic batch codes to find out when your products were made and their estimated expiry dates. Supports over 2000 brands with an AI-powered engine and saves your decoding history.

Highlights
  • Decode batch codes instantly
  • Supports 2000+ cosmetic brands
  • AI-powered decoding engine
  • Check product freshness and expiry
  • Saves decoding history
  • Optional Pro subscription for unlimited queries
Features
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LotDate helps you check cosmetic batch codes and lot codes for makeup, skincare, perfume, fragrance, haircare, and body care. Select a brand, enter the code printed on your product, and see the production date with an estimated expiry window. WHY PEOPLE USE LOTDATE • Check freshness before buying or opening a product • Review gifts, imports, older stock, and backups • Decode batch codes with brand-specific rules • Save successful lookups in searchable history • Save favorite products with production and expiry dates • Set reminders before products expire • Send feedback when a code looks wrong 3000+ BEAUTY BRANDS LotDate supports batch-code lookup across major skincare, makeup, perfume, haircare, and body-care brands. BRAND-SPECIFIC DECODING LotDate matches the brand first, then applies the right rule across multiple batch code formats for more reliable results. OPTIONAL PRO Unlock unlimited queries, all supported brands, unlimited favorites, and stronger decoding coverage. Important: Batch code results are estimates based on known formats and available rules. Always follow the printed expiry date, PAO symbol, product packaging, product condition, and official brand guidance. By using this app, you agree to Apple's Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CosmeTick

Organize your makeup and skincare collection with smart expiration tracking. Scan products to get details and receive reminders before items expire, saving you money and protecting your skin.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for instant product details
  • Smart expiration tracking based on opening date
  • Personalized expiration date calculations
  • Intelligent expiration reminders
  • Categorization of beauty products
  • Visual status indicators for product freshness
  • Data export to Excel/CSV
Features
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Transform your beauty routine with CosmeTick - the smart app that keeps your cosmetics fresh, safe, and perfectly organized. Never throw away expensive products again! The ultimate beauty collection manager that saves you money and keeps your skin safe. WHAT MAKES COSMETICK SPECIAL: The only beauty app that combines barcode scanning with intelligent expiration tracking Instant Barcode Scanning • Point your camera at any cosmetic product • Get instant product details and expiration info • No more manual data entry - scan and go! Smart Expiration Tracking • Track when you opened each product • Get personalized expiration dates based on PAO (Period After Opening) • Never use expired cosmetics again Intelligent Notifications • Get gentle reminders before products expire • Weekly beauty collection check-ins • Customizable notification preferences Beautiful Organization • Categorize by makeup, skincare, haircare, and more • Visual status indicators (Good, Expiring Soon, Expired) • Easy-to-use interface designed for beauty lovers Premium Features: • Unlimited product tracking • Export your beauty data to Excel/CSV • Advanced analytics and insights • Enhanced notification system Designed for Beauty Enthusiasts • Feminine, elegant interface • Step-by-step first product setup • Beautiful animations and smooth experience • Perfect for makeup artists, beauty bloggers, and cosmetics lovers SAVE MONEY AND STAY SAFE • Avoid using expired products that can harm your skin • Use products before they expire - no more waste • Track your beauty investment PERFECT FOR • Makeup enthusiasts with large collections • Skincare routine followers • Beauty professionals and makeup artists • Anyone who wants organized, safe beauty products KEY FEATURES - Instant barcode scanning - Smart expiration calculations - Beautiful product organization - Gentle reminder notifications - Export data functionality - Premium unlimited tracking - Elegant, feminine design Join thousands of beauty lovers who trust CosmeTick to keep their collections fresh and organized! Download CosmeTick today and start your journey to a perfectly organized beauty collection! Your beauty investment deserves the best protection. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Notice-08-19 Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-and-Conditions-08-19-3

Screenshots

LotDate4 screens
CosmeTick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: LotDate at 231 against CosmeTick's 4. CosmeTick's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. LotDate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CosmeTick sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CosmeTick holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LotDate has 231 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LotDate ships an update every 4 days, CosmeTick every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and August 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LotDate versus CosmeTick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLotDateCosmeTick
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (231 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings231 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer占辉 百Kostiantyn Krizhanovskyi

Customer experience

LotDate

All ratings231 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral15.4%
Negative38.5%

CosmeTick

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LotDate

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Membership$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Membership$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$17.99
3 purchases

CosmeTick

Subscriptions3
  • Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium$29.991 Year
  • Premium$34.991 Year

Questions

Is LotDate free?
LotDate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CosmeTick free?
CosmeTick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LotDate or CosmeTick?
CosmeTick is rated higher. LotDate averages 4.7 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while CosmeTick averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do LotDate or CosmeTick have ads?
Neither LotDate nor CosmeTick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LotDate or CosmeTick?
LotDate ships an update every 4 days, and CosmeTick every 3 days. Most recently, LotDate was updated on September 28, 2026 and CosmeTick on August 6, 2026.

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