Comparison

AeroPress Timer & Recipes vs Brew

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

Head to head
About

AeroPress Timer & Recipes

This app guides you through brewing exquisite coffee with your AeroPress. Discover a variety of expertly crafted recipes and receive step-by-step instructions for the perfect cup every time. Elevate your coffee experience and eliminate brewing guesswork.

Highlights
  • AeroPress brewing timer
  • Collection of expert recipes
  • Step-by-step brewing guidance
  • Enhances coffee quality
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Experience the ultimate AeroPress journey with the perfect companion, AeroPress Timer. Unleash the true potential of your AeroPress as it unveils a diverse collection of expertly crafted recipes. Step-by-step guidance ensures you craft the most exquisite cup of coffee every time. Waste no more time - grab your AeroPress and start brewing with AeroPress Timer. Embrace quality coffee; there's simply no room for settling with mediocrity. Disclaimer: The term "AeroPress" is a registered trademark of Aerobie, Inc., a company based in Palo Alto, California, USA. However, we hereby declare that we are not affiliated, associated, endorsed, or sponsored by Aerobie, Inc. in any manner. Our organization operates independently and offers distinct products/services that are unrelated to those of Aerobie, Inc. Any use of the term "AeroPress" on our platform is purely for informational purposes and does not imply any endorsement or authorization from Aerobie, Inc.

About

Brew

Log your coffee brews, manage your inventory, and discover new recipes. Track your brewing habits and gain insights into your coffee journey. Elevate your home brewing experience with detailed logs and timers.

Highlights
  • Detailed brew logging and timers
  • Coffee bean and supply inventory management
  • Insightful brewing statistics
  • Curated coffee recipe discoveries
  • Track brewing frequency and habits
Features
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Brew Buddy: Your Personal Coffee Journal Welcome to Brew Buddy, the coffee aficionado's perfect partner! Whether you're a seasoned barista or a home brew enthusiast, Brew Buddy is designed to enhance your coffee journey at every sip. Key Features: Brew Log & Timers: Keep a detailed record of every brew with our intuitive tracking system. Time your extractions to perfection and repeat your coffee successes with ease. Inventory Management: Never run out of your favorite beans or find yourself without a filter again. Manage your coffee inventory with a few taps – from beans to machines and grinders. Insightful Statistics: Stay motivated with insightful stats. Track beans you’ve tried, your brewing frequency, and much more. Watch your coffee habits evolve over time. Recipe Discoveries: Explore new horizons with a curated selection of coffee recipes. From classic espresso to exotic espresso tonic, there’s always something new to try. Brew Buddy isn't just an app; it's a companion that celebrates every step of the coffee-making process with you. From grinding your beans to the first delightful sip, make every cup an experience to remember. Download Brew Buddy now and elevate your coffee game!

Screenshots

AeroPress Timer & Recipes3 screens
Brew4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Brew at 100% against AeroPress Timer & Recipes's 50%. Brew also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). AeroPress Timer & Recipes's advantage is ratings volume (20 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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. AeroPress Timer & Recipes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Brew asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Brew holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AeroPress Timer & Recipes has 20 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of AeroPress Timer & Recipes's written reviews are positive against 100% of Brew's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AeroPress Timer & Recipes ships an update every 16 months, Brew every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AeroPress Timer & Recipes versus Brew: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAeroPress Timer & RecipesBrew
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (20 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings20 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProstachki LtdLeon Oberwaditzer

Customer experience

AeroPress Timer & Recipes

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

Brew

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

AeroPress Timer & Recipes

One-time1
  • AeropressTimer Pro$7.99
None

Brew

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AeroPress Timer & Recipes free?
AeroPress Timer & Recipes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Brew free?
Brew is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AeroPress Timer & Recipes or Brew?
Brew is rated higher. AeroPress Timer & Recipes averages 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Brew averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AeroPress Timer & Recipes or Brew have ads?
Neither AeroPress Timer & Recipes nor Brew shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AeroPress Timer & Recipes or Brew?
AeroPress Timer & Recipes ships an update every 16 months, and Brew every 2 days. Most recently, AeroPress Timer & Recipes was updated on November 3, 2026 and Brew on November 3, 2026.

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