Hey Maya vs NectarIndex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Hey Maya
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The recorded information is immediately available in the application in graphical form and thematically arranged. The collective view of the hives allows for quick verification of all resources collected on frames, information about the queens and any additional activities in the hive. Information on honey and pollen harvests and the effects of varroa treatment are presented in the form of individual charts for individual hives and annual reports. The application allows you to enter information on the purchase of beekeeping products needed to run the apiary, sales of beekeeping products and their collective quantities obtained during the year. The handy notebook allows you to remember any information and can create a list of activities to be performed.
NectarIndex
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NectarIndex β Your Bloom Forecast Companion Are you a beekeeper wondering when the acacia, linden, or chestnut will bloom in your area? NectarIndex helps you anticipate nectar flow seasons so you can plan hive moves, honey supers, and inspections with confidence. The app uses real weather data from your location to calculate Growing Degree Days (GDD) from the start of the year, estimating the phenological stage of over 96 nectar-producing plant species. The result is a NectarIndex score β from 0 to 100 β giving you an intuitive read on the nectar potential for each plant in your area. WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH NECTARINDEX β’ See which plants are about to bloom near you β’ Track temperature accumulation with Growing Degree Days (GDD) β’ Use the bloom calendar to plan your season β’ Manually select any location on the map β’ Filter plants by KΓΆppen climate zone β’ Explore a database of 96 nectar plant species across Europe and North America β’ Check integrated weather forecasts for the coming days BUILT FOR BEEKEEPERS EVERYWHERE NectarIndex includes both European and North American nectar species, with automatic continent detection based on your location. Whether you're in Italy, France, Germany, or the United States, you'll find the most relevant plants for your area. HOW IT WORKS The algorithm is based on Growing Degree Days (GDD), a well-established scientific method used in agronomy and phenology. Each species has a thermal bloom threshold: when the GDD accumulated at your location reach that threshold, the plant is approaching bloom. NectarIndex combines this with current and forecast weather conditions to calculate the final score. AN IMPORTANT NOTE NectarIndex is a support tool based on mathematical models and weather data. Forecasts are estimates and may vary depending on local conditions, altitude, exposure, and many other factors. The app's predictions are never a substitute for direct hive inspection and field observation. The best beekeeper is still the one who knows their bees! FREE, NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED NectarIndex is free to use. Occasional unobtrusive ads help us keep the app updated and available for beekeepers everywhere.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NectarIndex at none against Hey Maya's 1. NectarIndex also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). Hey Maya's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Hey Maya sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NectarIndex asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hey Maya ships an update weekly, NectarIndex every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hey Maya | NectarIndex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 2 days β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 78 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dariusz Rys | FRANCESCO NOCENTINI |
In-app purchases
Hey Maya
- Hi Bees 365$17.99
NectarIndex
No in-app purchases









