BOTZ Diary vs Ceramist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BOTZ Diary
Document your pottery creation process digitally, from shaping to firing. Record details like temperature, glazes, and layers, and add photos to track your ceramics' evolution. Stay updated with tips and news from the developer.
- Digital pottery diary
- Document creation process
- Record firing temperatures
- Track glaze application
- Add project photos
- Access developer updates
- Contact support
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With the BOTZ Diary App you can simply start your FREE digital pottery diary! Document your creation process from clay shaping to glaze firing for every project of yours. How was the pottery made? At what temperature did you fire? Which glazes did you use and how many layers were applied? Of course, you have the option of adding photos directly in the app to record exactly how your ceramics change during the process. Keep track of all your projects at all times! In the Info section you will find first-hand updates from BOTZ, glaze tips and much more. So you are always up to date! You can also easily contact the BOTZ support with questions and problems using the contact form. Browse through the BOTZ range and find all your favourite glazes! Whether you are a highly skilled potter or a beginner, the BOTZ Diary app can be used to suit your individual needs. Start your digital pottery diary now and discover the world of BOTZ!
Ceramist
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Want to throw your first piece? Keep improving without losing your way? See your bowl on the table before you even center the clay? Ceramist is the pocket app for everyone who gets their hands in the clay, wherever you are on the journey. No ads. JUST GETTING STARTED? Begin without changing anything in your studio. Draw the piece you have in mind with a fingertip, or start from a catalog model: bowl, mug, vase, plate, teapot… Spin it in 3D with its dimensions and the amount of clay to weigh out, change the glaze and the finish. Then open the first step of the throwing program, centering, with the gesture explained, what to watch for and the goal to reach. The first theory course explains what is happening under your fingers. ALREADY THROWING AND WANT TO PROGRESS? The full program takes you step by step: opening, pulling up, throwing one form, then the next, with your photos to validate each stage. The theory courses cover throwing, glazing, firing and clays. The animated throwing shows the right gesture, from centering to finishing, on the very piece you drew. PLANNING A PRECISE PIECE? Adjust the dimensions, smooth the curve, add a handle, a lid or a spout. In 2D view, measure any dimension by touching two points. Then place your piece at real size at home, on your table, in augmented reality, to check the proportions before you throw. WANT TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR PIECES? For each creation: type, clay, glaze, notes and photos at every stage. The drawn shape stays linked to the piece: reopen it, tweak it, make it again. Your creations are saved without limit and synced between iPhone and iPad. THE STUDIO TOOLBOX Clay shrinkage, capacity and the calculations you always need at the wrong moment. CERAMIST + • Piece drawing, 3D view with dimensions and clay weight, glaze choice • Augmented reality, 2D view and measurements, animated throwing • The full throwing program and every theory course • Unlimited creations, iPhone and iPad sync, the toolbox Ceramist is used with the yearly Ceramist + subscription, which starts with a 7-day free trial: if you cancel during the free trial, access ends immediately. No commitment, cancel anytime. Payment handled by Apple. Ceramist is available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Dutch. Terms of Use (EULA): https://mannxvoyxbfbnuyitmou.supabase.co/functions/v1/legal/cgu?lang=en Privacy Policy: https://mannxvoyxbfbnuyitmou.supabase.co/functions/v1/legal/confidentialite?lang=en
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BOTZ Diary at none against Ceramist's 5. BOTZ Diary also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Ceramist's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 months). On price 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. Ceramist sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. BOTZ Diary asks for nothing beyond the download.
BOTZ Diary ships an update every 5 months, Ceramist every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BOTZ Diary | Ceramist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BOTZ GmbH | Charles VENAYRE |
In-app purchases
BOTZ Diary
No in-app purchases
Ceramist
- Ceramist +$4.991 Month
- Ceramist +7 Days trial$17.991 Year
- Ceramist +7 Days trial$34.991 Year
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- Ceramist +$34.991 Year
- Ceramist +1 Year trial$34.991 Year








