MyCocktailBar vs BARTENDER®
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyCocktailBar
Discover and learn about cocktails with a comprehensive menu of recipes, images, and basic terms. Customize your virtual bar with different bartenders and BGM. Save cocktail images to your album in the paid version.
- Cocktail menu with search filters
- Detailed cocktail recipes and images
- Monthly featured cocktail
- Customizable bar with bartenders and BGM
- Basic cocktail terminology
- Save cocktail images to album (paid version)
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The image and recipe of a cocktail are indicated. (130 kinds at present) I am glad if allowed to open "MyCocktailBar" near you. ■Cocktail Menu : A cocktail can be chosen from a name, a base, a taste, alcoholicity, technique, TPO, and a color. On a detailed screen, a recipe etc. can be seen by up-and-down scrolling. In the case of a charged version, an image can be saved on the album of iPhone. ■Monthly cocktail : A recommended cocktail this month is chosen. ■Change in Bar : A bartender, an interior color, and BGM can be changed. Selection increases with a point. A touch of a bartender will change a bartender's posture. In the case of a charged version, an image can be saved on the album of iPhone. ■Basic Term : Explanation of a basic term is displayed. ■Setting : In the case of a charged version, advertising ON/OFF can be set up. In the case of a charged version, ON/OFF of restriction by a point can be set up. (If it turns OFF, a bar can be changed regardless of a point.) The purchase of a charged version can be performed. The point will be added, if a cocktail is searched or a bartender is touched. On a Top screen, if the image of a cocktail appears in a bartender, let's carry out the tap of the image. The little recollections of each bartender's cocktail can be heard. - About preservation of an image (Charged version) - In a Retina display, it can choose "Saves by high resolution", and "Saves with screen size". Saves by high resolution : 5.5-inch screen (1242x2208px), 4.7-inch screen (750x1334px), 4-inch screen (640x1136px), 3.5-inch screen (640x960px) Saves with screen size : 5.5-inch screen (414x736px), 4.7-inch screen (375x667px), 4-inch screen (320x568px), 3.5-inch screen (320x480px) Please forgive, although it may be incomprehensible English.
BARTENDER®
Discover thousands of cocktail recipes, expert tips, and industry trends. This app is your ultimate guide for crafting drinks at home or managing a professional bar. Explore articles, product reviews, and access digital magazine issues.
- Searchable cocktail recipe database
- Trending and seasonal drink discovery
- In-depth articles on bartending techniques
- Expert reviews and product recommendations
- Digital BARTENDER Magazine access
- Online merchandise store
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The Bartender.com mobile app is your ultimate cocktail companion, whether you're a professional mixologist, an aspiring home bartender, or simply someone who loves great drinks. With a comprehensive cocktail recipe database, expert insights, and curated content, the app serves as the go-to resource for all things bartending. Explore thousands of cocktail recipes, discover new trends, seasonal drinks, and in-depth articles on everything from bar management to cocktail culture. Whether you’re crafting cocktails at home or running a busy bar, the Bartender.com app provides all the tools, inspiration, and knowledge you need. You can also browse exclusive content for industry professionals, shop for bartending gear and branded merchandise, and access the latest issues of BARTENDER Magazine on the go. The app features a searchable cocktail recipe database where you can access thousands of cocktail recipes with detailed instructions, ingredient lists, and expert tips. Stay up-to-date with trending and seasonal cocktails to discover new drinks and innovations in the cocktail world. Read top-rated articles organized by category, tag, or type, including bartender techniques, bar management tips, and industry news. The app also provides in-depth resources for bartenders, mixologists, bar owners, and investors, as well as tips and tricks for amateur bartenders looking to enhance their at-home cocktail skills. Explore expert reviews and recommendations for bartending products, from commercial tools to home bar accessories. Additionally, you can access the latest digital editions of BARTENDER Magazine, available for viewing and downloading directly within the app. Finally, shop for exclusive Bartender.com-branded merchandise, from apparel to bartending essentials. With a perfect blend of expert advice, innovative cocktail recipes, and industry knowledge, the Bartender.com app is an essential tool for anyone who loves great drinks or works in the bartending and hospitality industries. Whether you’re looking to refine your craft, discover new products, or stay ahead of the trends, the Bartender.com app has you covered.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BARTENDER® at none against MyCocktailBar's 1. BARTENDER® also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). MyCocktailBar's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). 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
Both are free to download. MyCocktailBar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BARTENDER® asks for nothing beyond the download.
MyCocktailBar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BARTENDER® has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
MyCocktailBar ships an update every 8 months, BARTENDER® every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyCocktailBar | BARTENDER® |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.7 (6 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kimiko Yoshino | BARTENDER Media LLC |
Customer experience
MyCocktailBar
BARTENDER®
In-app purchases
MyCocktailBar
- Charged version$0.99
BARTENDER®
No in-app purchases
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