Comparison

CupTaster vs MadHeads

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

Head to head
About

CupTaster

This app helps you systematically taste and analyze coffee using industry-standard cupping protocols. Record detailed notes on flavor and aroma to discover your preferences and understand coffee origins. Store your tasting data for future reference.

Highlights
  • Industry-standard cupping forms
  • Detailed flavor and aroma analysis
  • Personalized tasting notes
  • Store and retrieve tasting history
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Coffee origin insights
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Cupping (or cup-testing) is a coffee tasting method used in the coffee industry. It is performed all over the world according to uniform standards and specific protocols. The main purpose of cupping is to reveal the profile of the coffee. To achieve this, coffee is brewed in a universal way: ground coffee beans are placed in a glass, poured with hot water and left to steep undisturbed for four minutes. This method allows the coffee's flavor and aroma to fully develop. Cuppings are held at all stages of the coffee selection process, from the farm to the coffee shop. It is also an effective method for tasting and comparing several lots simultaneously. Baristas attend cuppings to gain insight into the potential of coffee beans and how to work better with a particular one. Those new to coffee attend cuppings to gain a deeper understanding of their preferences and to identify their preferred coffee origins. This is why we have developed a user-friendly and intuitive application with forms to fill in all characteristics according to world standards. It stores all the data so you can always go back and find something you like.

About

MadHeads

Features
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Discover the world of specialty coffee with Madheads Coffee. Our app brings you fresh-roasted beans, direct supply, and a modern approach. Madheads Coffee is for everyone who values quality and transparencyβ€”from home coffee lovers to pro baristas and business owners. Main features: - Order coffee online: Choose from a wide range of fresh-roasted beans, single origins, and blends. - Worldwide delivery: Fast and reliable shipping to your home, office, or business. - For B2B and B2C: Buy retail or wholesale for restaurants, cafes, and hotels. - Transparent roasting: Every order is roasted with care to keep unique flavors. - Coffee info: Short details about region and taste profile to help you pick your coffee. - Easy catalog: Filters by bean type, taste, roast level, and brewing method. - Business tools: Order for several locations, manage multiple receivers and payers. - Secure payments: Supports popular payment systems and cards. - Push notifications: Stay updated on new arrivals, limited lots, and special offers. Why choose Madheads Coffee? - Only Specialty grade beans (80+ SCA points). - Direct contracts with farmers and exclusive lots. - Range for everyone: from home espresso to wholesale for HoReCa. - Simple and modern interface. - Global delivery. Who is the app for? - Anyone wanting quality coffee at home. - Businesses (cafes, restaurants, offices) needing a reliable supplier and easy order management. - Baristas and enthusiasts who like to try new flavors. - Anyone who wants coffee delivered anywhere in the world. Download Madheads Coffee and order world-class coffee in just a few taps. Freshness. Convenience. Taste.

Screenshots

CupTaster4 screens
MadHeads4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MadHeads at Free against CupTaster's $1.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

MadHeads is free to download; CupTaster costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CupTaster ships an update monthly, MadHeads every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
CupTaster versus MadHeads: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCupTasterMadHeads
Price$1.99Free β€” better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyMonthly β€” betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size4 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikita BaranovAnatolii Starikovskyi

In-app purchases

None

CupTaster

No in-app purchases

None

MadHeads

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CupTaster free?
CupTaster costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MadHeads free?
MadHeads is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CupTaster or MadHeads have ads?
Neither CupTaster nor MadHeads shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CupTaster or MadHeads?
CupTaster ships an update monthly, and MadHeads every 5 weeks. Most recently, CupTaster was updated on October 12, 2026 and MadHeads on October 1, 2026.

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