# DrinkControl vs BurnBar

The clearest difference is monetization model: DrinkControl at free with in-app purchases against BurnBar's subscription. DrinkControl also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 431). BurnBar's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DrinkControl sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and BurnBar sells 33 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DrinkControl against 4.8 for BurnBar. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrinkControl has 4.4K ratings behind it against 431, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of DrinkControl's written reviews are positive against 83% of BurnBar's.

DrinkControl ships an update every 3 weeks, BurnBar every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DrinkControl | BurnBar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drinkcontrol-alcohol-tracker/id456207840/reviews) | **[4.8 (431 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burnbar-alcohol-tracker/id6748422916/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.4K** | 431 |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 83.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 33 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.4** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [E-protect](https://appshunter.io/developer/1008055763) | [Leisure Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825753995) |

## What reviewers say

### DrinkControl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drinkcontrol-alcohol-tracker/id456207840)

This app helps you track your alcohol intake, calories, and expenses. It converts drinks into standard alcohol units and provides insights into your drinking habits to help you cut back or stay mindful. Features include history tracking, dry day streaks, and personalized statistics.

**Highlights:** Track drinks, alcohol units, and calories, Monitor alcohol expenses, View drinking history in a calendar, Mark dry/sober days and streaks, Analyze alcohol and calorie consumption trends, Sync with Apple Health, Personalized drink infographics

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly tip/donation | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| DrinkControl Plus (monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| DrinkControl Premium (monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium | $6.99 | per year |
| DrinkControl Premium (yearly) | $11.99 | per year |
| DrinkControl Plus (annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Generous Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium features (promo) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium features | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium, lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 📊 Helpful data visualization
- 💰 Tracks cost and savings
- 🎉 Motivating dry day celebrations
- 🔍 Provides eye-opening awareness of consumption

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔢 Limited drink size and ABV options
- 🚫 Can't set custom drink limits
- 💻 Suboptimal interface design
- 🕰️ Lacks time-of-day tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Calendar view shows incorrect day colors
- Email button opens wrong mail app

**Requested features**

- Add custom drink size and ABV options
- Allow users to set their own drink limits
- Improve overall UI and UX
- Implement time-of-day tracking for drinks


### BurnBar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burnbar-alcohol-tracker/id6748422916)

This app helps you balance alcohol consumption with physical activity. Earn drinks by moving your body and log the drinks you enjoy to maintain a clear understanding of your weekly balance. It's designed for intentional drinking and staying fit without extreme measures.

**Highlights:** Sync activity with Apple Health, Earn drinks via steps or calories, Log enjoyed drinks, See weekly balance in real time, Weekly balance system, Clean, simple interface

**In-app purchases (33)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Bar | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $3.49 | per month |
| Full Bar | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Bar | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Bar | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $7.99 | per month |
| Full Bar | $8.00 | per 7 days |
| Full Bar | $12.00 | per month |
| Full Bar | $19.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $19.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $24.00 | per year |
| Full Bar | $24.00 | per year |
| Full Bar | $24.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $29.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $29.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $29.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $34.00 | per year |
| Full Bar | $34.00 | per year |
| Full Bar | $35.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $35.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Bar | $15.00 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $39.99 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $44.99 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $48.00 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $49.99 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $69.00 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $89.00 | one-time |
| Full Bar | $99.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DrinkControl free?

DrinkControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BurnBar free?

BurnBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DrinkControl or BurnBar?

BurnBar is rated higher. DrinkControl averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while BurnBar averages 4.8 from 431 ratings.

### Do DrinkControl or BurnBar have ads?

BurnBar shows ads; DrinkControl does not.

### Which is updated more often, DrinkControl or BurnBar?

DrinkControl ships an update every 3 weeks, and BurnBar every 3 days. Most recently, DrinkControl was updated on October 26, 2026 and BurnBar on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*