Espresso Journal vs Caffio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Espresso Journal
Log and analyze every aspect of your espresso brewing to understand what makes a great shot. Track details like timing, weight, bean origin, and tasting notes to refine your technique and achieve consistent results. Perfect for home baristas and coffee professionals seeking to improve their craft.
- Shot timing and yield tracking
- Bean origin and roast details
- Equipment and recipe logging
- Tasting notes and ratings
- Built-in shot timer
- Recipe management
- iCloud sync
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Espresso Journal is a simple log for home espresso. Record each shot, see what you changed, and get to a better cup sooner. LOG A SHOT IN SECONDS New shots start from your last one, so you only change what you're dialing in. Start the timer, pull the shot, and the brew time is filled in for you. Add dose, yield, grind setting, grinder RPM, grind time, temperature, a rating and notes. KEEP TRACK OF YOUR BEANS AND GEAR Save the roaster, origin, process and roast date for each coffee, with a link to the shop for when you need more. Add your machine, grinder, portafilters and baskets. ON IPHONE AND IPAD Your journal syncs through iCloud. Export your shots as a spreadsheet whenever you like. ESPRESSO JOURNAL PRO A one-time purchase, shared with your family: • Take a photo of a bag and the app reads the label for you • Recipes for the drinks you make often • Charts comparing grind, ratio and time with how you rated each shot • The shot timer on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, and a Pull a Shot button for Control Center and Siri • Bean stock, shot cards and flavor notes Questions or ideas? Use Send Feedback in Settings.
Caffio
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Start your coffee journey today with Caffio - where tradition meets innovation. Key Features: - Smart Recipe Discovery: Browse our curated collection of professional coffee recipes, from classic espresso to artisan pour-overs. Each recipe includes precise measurements, step-by-step instructions, and difficulty ratings. - AI-Powered Creation: Generate unique coffee recipes tailored to your taste preferences using Apple Intelligence. Experiment with new flavors and brewing methods guided by AI suggestions. - Professional Brewing Guides: Learn from detailed instructions with preparation times, required equipment, and expert tips. Master techniques for espresso, cappuccino, cold brew, V60, and more. - Visual Recipe Collection: Save your favorite recipes with custom photos. Build your personal coffee library and track your brewing experiments. Perfect for: - Coffee enthusiasts and beginners - Baristas and home brewers• Anyone wanting to improve their coffee skills - Coffee shop owners seeking inspiration
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Caffio at none against Espresso Journal's 1. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Espresso Journal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Caffio asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Espresso Journal | Caffio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Gruffydd Johnston | Carolane Lefebvre |
In-app purchases
Espresso Journal
- Espresso Journal Pro$9.99
Caffio
No in-app purchases
