# The Nursing Log vs MY BV

The clearest difference is rating: MY BV at 5.0 against The Nursing Log's 4.5. MY BV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). The Nursing Log's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.2 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Nursing Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MY BV asks for nothing beyond the download.

MY BV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Nursing Log has 25 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

The Nursing Log ships an update every 2 months, MY BV every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Nursing Log | MY BV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nursing-log/id525287300/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-bv/id6746723447/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 3 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.2** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Erik Eggleston](https://appshunter.io/developer/327049000) | [Belmont Village, L.P.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790237471) |

## What reviewers say

### The Nursing Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nursing-log/id525287300)

This app helps track breastfeeding sessions, including the duration, last side nursed, and allows for manual entry or timer use. Users can add notes to each session and pause between sides. It's designed for simplicity and ease of use.

**Highlights:** Track nursing duration, Record last side nursed, Timer for nursing sessions, Manual entry of nursing data, Pause between sides, Add notes to nursing sessions

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- ⏱️ Accurate tracking of feeding times
- 💡 Remembers last used breast
- 📝 Useful notes section
- 🆓 Free to use with optional ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤏 Small buttons can be difficult to press
- 😵 Confusing interface for some users
- ⚪ Bright white background can be harsh at night
- 💸 Ads present in the free version
- ⏳ Timer automatically stops after 1 hour

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot correct time spent feeding if timer is not stopped
- Bug when switching to the next day, requires multiple entries
- Note taking section broken after update (cannot view while writing)
- Manual nursing entry doesn't save properly on the first attempt
- Entry doesn't save if event is changed to the past

**Requested features**

- Ability to log or track dirty/wet diapers
- Ability to edit start and stop times easily
- Display total minutes spent nursing
- Widget for quick access and viewing
- Compatibility with Samsung Galaxy devices


### MY BV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-bv/id6746723447)

This app serves as a central hub for residents of a specific community, providing access to daily schedules, dining options, and event information. It facilitates engagement and keeps users informed about community happenings with real-time updates and reminders.

**Highlights:** Personalized community news feed, Activity and event schedules with RSVP, Daily updated dining menus, Interactive event calendars, Access to community resources and contacts, Real-time notifications and reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Nursing Log free?

The Nursing Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MY BV free?

MY BV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, The Nursing Log or MY BV?

MY BV is rated higher. The Nursing Log averages 4.5 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while MY BV averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do The Nursing Log or MY BV have ads?

Neither The Nursing Log nor MY BV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Nursing Log or MY BV?

The Nursing Log ships an update every 2 months, and MY BV every 4 months. Most recently, The Nursing Log was updated on November 1, 2026 and MY BV on October 30, 2026.

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