FermentFlow vs CultureBloom
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FermentFlow
Read full descriptionHide full description
Transform your fermentation projects from recipes to reality with FermentFlow, your fermentation companion. Track multiple ferments with step-by-step notifications, taking notes and photos as you go. FermentFlow helps you stay organized and create successful fermented foods. Fermentation recipes include: - Sourdough Bread/Focaccia - Jun Tea - Sauerkraut - Yogurt - Ginger Bug - Giardiniera - Milk kefir - Labneh - Brine and dry salting fermentations Key Features: - Convert existing fermentation recipes into guided projects. - Manage your projects via step-by-step notifications. - Take photos to document your progress. - Add notes and observations. - Review completed projects. Download now and start tracking your fermentation adventures!
CultureBloom
Read full descriptionHide full description
CultureBloom helps you start fermenting at home with confidence. Follow simple recipes, track each phase of your ferment, and understand what’s happening at every step. Check your setup before you begin and avoid common mistakes from day one. Whether you're just starting or trying again after failed attempts, CultureBloom guides you with practical tips, reminders, and clear explanations. No guesswork. Just real fermentation, made simple. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FermentFlow at none against CultureBloom's 2. FermentFlow also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months). CultureBloom's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. CultureBloom sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FermentFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.
FermentFlow ships an update every 3 days, CultureBloom every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FermentFlow | CultureBloom |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 203 MB | 104 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kyle Taborski | EXCUSASTUDIO PTE. LTD |
In-app purchases
FermentFlow
No in-app purchases
CultureBloom
- Monthly Premium1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly Premium1 Month trial$39.991 Year
