CoffeeTimer vs Brew Coffee Time
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
CoffeeTimer
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Brew better coffee, your way. CoffeeTimer is a focused iOS coffee brewing timer that guides you step by step β so you can consistently brew great coffee, every time. Whether you're new to coffee brewing or brewing at home regularly, CoffeeTimer removes guesswork from the process while still letting you follow your own ritual. - Guided brewing, made simple Follow clear, step-by-step timers while brewing. Each step is shown at the right moment, so you always know what to do next β without distractions. - Built-in brew methods Get started quickly with presets for popular brewing methods, including: β’ V60 β’ Chemex β’ AeroPress β’ French Press - Brew it your own way Adjust timings, pours, and pauses to match how you like to brew. You can create your own recipe from scratch or customize built-in brew methods. - Flexible coffeeβwater ratios Calculate coffee or water amounts without duplicating recipes. Brew different volumes while keeping balanced ratios and consistent results. - Focused and minimal No ads, no paywall, no clutter. CoffeeTimer is designed to stay out of your way so you can focus on brewing. - Free & open source CoffeeTimer is completely free and open source. If you enjoy using it, you can choose to support development β but nothing is locked behind a paywall. CoffeeTimer helps you brew better coffee, in your own way. Your coffee. Your ritual.
Brew Coffee Time
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Brew better pour-over coffee with confidence. Brew Coffee Time helps you calculate and follow a clear pour-over recipe, without guesswork or complicated coffee maths. Whether you are just starting your coffee journey or already enjoy brewing at home, the app gives you a simple way to plan your recipe, understand each pour, and repeat the cups you like. Choose your coffee amount, ratio, grind setting, number of pours, and target brew time. Brew Coffee Time then calculates your water distribution and guides you through each step, from bloom to final pour. The recipe calculation is inspired by the 4:6 method by Tetsu Kasuya, a popular pour-over approach used to balance sweetness, strength, and flavour. Features: β’ Recipe calculation inspired by the 4:6 method β’ Adjustable coffee amount, ratio, grind setting, number of pours, and brew time β’ Clear water distribution for each pour β’ Guided brew timer with step-by-step pour cues β’ Simple βHow it worksβ guide for beginners β’ Clean, calm, coffee-inspired interface β’ Works well for V60, Chemex, Kalita, and other manual brewers β’ Useful for both beginners and coffee enthusiasts Brew Coffee Time is made for people who want better coffee at home without making the process feel complicated. Brew smarter, waste less coffee, and enjoy a better cup.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: CoffeeTimer at none against Brew Coffee Time's shown. Brew Coffee Time's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CoffeeTimer ships an update every 12 months, Brew Coffee Time every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CoffeeTimer | Brew Coffee Time |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 months β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 18.4 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Kutay Demireren | Michel Araujo Pinto |
In-app purchases
CoffeeTimer
No in-app purchases
Brew Coffee Time
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CoffeeTimer free?
Is Brew Coffee Time free?
Do CoffeeTimer or Brew Coffee Time have ads?
Which is updated more often, CoffeeTimer or Brew Coffee Time?
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