Comparison

Coffee Lovers vs Barista

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

Head to head
About

Coffee Lovers

Learn the nuances of different coffee drinks and master the art of brewing the perfect cup. This app provides recipes and explanations for coffee enthusiasts and beginners alike.

Highlights
  • Coffee drink differentiation
  • Brewing recipes
  • Coffee connoisseur guide
  • Beginner-friendly explanations
Features
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The mobile app for true coffee connoisseurs. Or for guys who don't understand the difference between latte and cappuccino. (One like me, haha) So with this iOS app you are not only going to get the difference, you are going to learn making the best coffee ever due to the recipe.

About

Barista

Features
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Discover and Track Your Favorite Coffees Explore the world of coffee with an easy-to-use tracking app designed for coffee lovers. Keep a detailed record of every coffee you try and build your personal coffee journal. Features: Add and Rate Coffees: Save essential details about each coffee, including its name, brand, origin, type (beans, capsules, ground, etc.), intensity, personal notes, and a rating out of 10. You can also add a photo and a description to remember every cup. Favorites List: Mark the coffees you love the most and access them quickly whenever you need. Sort and Filter Your List: Easily browse through all the coffees you’ve tried and organize them based on different criteria. No Account Required: Start using the app immediately without any sign-up or login process. Completely Free: Enjoy all features at no cost, with no hidden fees or premium subscriptions. Works Entirely Offline: Your coffee collection is stored on your device, so you can access it anytime, even without an internet connection. Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or a true enthusiast, this app helps you keep track of your coffee journey effortlessly. Download now and never forget a great coffee again!

Screenshots

Coffee Lovers3 screens
Barista3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Barista at every 6 days against Coffee Lovers's every 31 months. Coffee Lovers's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Coffee Lovers ships an update every 31 months, Barista every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Coffee Lovers versus Barista: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCoffee LoversBarista
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 31 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValeria ChubClement Dudit

In-app purchases

None

Coffee Lovers

No in-app purchases

None

Barista

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Coffee Lovers free?
Coffee Lovers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Barista free?
Barista is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Coffee Lovers or Barista have ads?
Neither Coffee Lovers nor Barista shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Coffee Lovers or Barista?
Coffee Lovers ships an update every 31 months, and Barista every 6 days. Most recently, Coffee Lovers was updated on November 3, 2026 and Barista on October 30, 2026.

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