Comparison

Whiskey Social vs Dramnote

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

Head to head
About

Whiskey Social

Explore and manage your whiskey collection, connect with other enthusiasts, and discover new bottles. This app enhances your whiskey journey with curated features for tasting and sharing.

Highlights
  • Whiskey collection management
  • Social networking for whiskey lovers
  • Whiskey discovery and recommendations
  • Tasting notes and ratings
  • Community interaction
Features
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Whiskey Social is where you keep track of the bottles you own, the pours you've had, and what you actually thought of them. Crack a bottle, rate the pour, write the note. It's all there next time. What you can do Build your shelf Search bourbon, rye, scotch, and single malt. Add what you own, mark what's open, and see the whole shelf at a glance. Rate what you pour Nose, palate, finish — in your own words, or as fast as a star and a sentence. Your notes stay yours. Find your next bottle Browse brand pages and new releases. See what people with a shelf like yours are pouring. Pour with people Follow friends, see what they've opened tonight, and cheers a good pour. Pass along a bottle when you find one worth the pour. Who it's for Someone who just found a bourbon they liked and doesn't want to forget the name. Someone with four shelves and a spreadsheet they stopped updating. Both work here. Whiskey Social is for adults 21 and over. Please drink responsibly. Questions: whiskeysocial.app/get-in-touch

About

Dramnote

Log detailed tasting notes for whiskies, manage your collection digitally, and receive AI-powered recommendations. Connect with a global community of enthusiasts and explore an extensive database of whiskies.

Highlights
  • Detailed tasting notes
  • Digital collection management
  • AI sommelier recommendations
  • Interactive flavor mapping
  • Personalized whiskey discovery
  • Global whiskey community
  • Extensive whiskey database
Features
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Discover Your Perfect Dram with DramNote The ultimate digital companion for whiskey lovers—whether you're just beginning or a seasoned connoisseur. Your Whiskey Journey, Elevated Turn every sip into a story. Capture the subtle complexities of single malts, bourbons, and blends with detailed tasting notes, all preserved in an elegant digital journal. Smart Cabinet Management Digitize your collection. Effortlessly track bottles, monitor inventory, and organize your whiskies with a beautifully simple interface. AI Sommelier at Your Service Get expert pairing suggestions from your own cabinet. Whether it’s your mood, a special occasion, or specific flavor notes, our intelligent assistant recommends the perfect pour—using bottles you already own. Intuitive Flavor Mapping Unravel the character of each dram. From smoky peat to honeyed sweetness, our interactive flavor wheel helps you decode, identify, and remember the unique notes of every bottle. Tailored Discoveries Your palate is personal—so are our recommendations. DramNote learns your tastes and reveals new whiskeys that align with your preferences. Find your next favorite with confidence. Connect with a Global Whiskey Community Share your latest finds, reviews, and collections with fellow enthusiasts. Explore together, learn from others, and expand your whiskey world. Access a World-Class Whiskey Database Explore a curated library of thousands of whiskeys—from rare single malts to small-batch bourbons. Easily searchable, beautifully organized, and always expanding. Premium Features Include AI-powered recommendations Advanced collection management Visualized digital cabinet Deep tasting journal system Interactive flavor profiling Personalized discovery engine Global community sharing Extensive whiskey database Bottle recognition via camera Full offline functionality Whether you're enjoying a peaty Islay, a rich Highland, or a smooth Kentucky bourbon, DramNote transforms every pour into a memorable experience. Every dram tells a story—start yours with DramNote. Subscription Details: Subscription: DramNote Elite Subscription Subscription Length: Monthly and Annual Plans Pricing: Monthly – $4.99, Annual – $49.99 (prices may vary by region) Privacy Policy: https://dramnote.com/uncategorized/terms-of-service/ Terms of Use: https://dramnote.com/uncategorized/privacy-policy/ #DramNote #WhiskeyJournal #BourbonLovers #SingleMaltSociety #ScotchWhisky #WhiskeyTasting

Screenshots

Whiskey Social4 screens
Dramnote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Whiskey Social at none against Dramnote's 2. Whiskey Social also leads on ads (none vs shown). Dramnote's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (88% vs 67%). On price, ratings volume, device support and iOS requirement 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. Dramnote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whiskey Social asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dramnote holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Whiskey Social's written reviews are positive against 88% of Dramnote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Whiskey Social ships an update every 6 weeks, Dramnote every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Whiskey Social versus Dramnote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhiskey SocialDramnote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14 ratings)4.7 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1433 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB168 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperWhiskey Social, LLCDwellun LLC

Customer experience

Whiskey Social

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

Dramnote

All ratings32 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

None

Whiskey Social

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Dramnote

Subscriptions2
  • DramNote - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • DramNote - Annual Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Whiskey Social free?
Whiskey Social is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dramnote free?
Dramnote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Whiskey Social or Dramnote?
Dramnote is rated higher. Whiskey Social averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Dramnote averages 4.7 from 33 ratings.
Do Whiskey Social or Dramnote have ads?
Dramnote shows ads; Whiskey Social does not.
Which is updated more often, Whiskey Social or Dramnote?
Whiskey Social ships an update every 6 weeks, and Dramnote every 6 days. Most recently, Whiskey Social was updated on November 4, 2026 and Dramnote on November 4, 2026.

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