Yeasta vs FoolProof Bread
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Yeasta
Easily manage your sourdough starters, log feedings, and schedule maintenance. This companion app helps both beginners and experienced bakers track fermentation, store recipes, and receive timely reminders for a stress-free baking experience.
- Track multiple sourdough starters
- Log feedings with details
- Set feeding reminders
- View feeding history and trends
- Store and organize recipes
- Includes timer capabilities
- Supports light and dark mode
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Yeasta is the sourdough companion that knows what's next. Whether you're nurturing your first culture or juggling four starters at once, Yeasta keeps every feeding, every bake, and every outcome in one place. Open the app and it tells you the one thing that matters most right now. KNOW WHAT'S NEXT Smart Today watches your starters and your bakes. Overdue feeding, starter nearing its peak, bake halfway through bulk — the Home screen surfaces the one thing you should do next, the moment you open the app. BAKE WITH A GUIDE Start a guided bake from any recipe and Yeasta walks you through it step by step. Live timers tick on your lock screen so you can step away and never lose your place. Mark steps complete, add notes, log the outcome when the loaf comes out. CARE FOR EVERY STARTER Track rhythm, ratios, and readiness across every jar you keep. Log feedings in seconds. See which starters are peaking, which are napping, which need feeding right now. Edit or delete any log entry whenever you need to. RECIPES THAT TRAVEL WITH YOU Browse a growing sourdough library: classic country loaves, same-day breads, focaccia, pizza dough, and more. Scale any recipe by tap. Save your favorites. Start a guided session when you're ready. MATH MADE FOR BAKERS Built-in tools handle the math you used to do on the back of a napkin: hydration, baker's percentages, salt, levain ratios, starter scheduling, and temperature conversion. PRO TOOLS FOR SERIOUS BAKERS Five dedicated pro tools take your baking further: - Levain Builder: calculate exact flour, water, and starter ratios for any levain, with optional two-flour blending - What Can I Bake?: find recipes that match your starter, available time, and mood - split into "make now" and "plan ahead" - Fridge Starter Planner: generate a personalized fridge-to-bake timeline with automatic milestone reminders - Starter Revival: symptom-based revival plans with a day-by-day feeding schedule and notifications - Starter Smell Guide: diagnose your starter's health from eight common smell symptoms in seconds EVERY BAKE, REMEMBERED The Journal keeps every feeding, every bake, every outcome grouped by day. Filter by type, search by name, or just scroll and remember that perfect loaf from last March. YEASTA PRO - Fully guided bake sessions with live timers and lock screen updates - Unlimited starters - Advanced planning and revival tools - Full baking history, not just today - Unlimited favorite and custom recipes - iCloud sync across all your devices - New tools added continuously Monthly, annual, or Lifetime. Cancel anytime. BUILT WITH CARE No ads. No tracking. No data harvesting. Your baking is yours. Warm light and dark mode, Dynamic Island, Live Activities, Siri shortcuts: Yeasta feels like the rest of your phone. Yeasta may include Amazon affiliate links to baking tools, books, and ingredients. As an Amazon Associate, Yeasta earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Built by one baker, for other bakers. Enjoy the rhythm! SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in iOS Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.mordsmith.com/apps/yeasta/privacy
FoolProof Bread
Master sourdough baking with precision timers, personalized recipes, and step-by-step guidance. Connect with a supportive community, track your bakes, and access video tutorials to achieve consistent, perfect results.
- Personalized recipe generator
- Step-by-step baking instructions
- Built-in timers for each stage
- Bake journal with photos and notes
- Social community for sharing and inspiration
- Video tutorials for techniques
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Transform your bread-making journey with FoolProof Sourdough. Master the art of sourdough baking with precision timers and widgets, personalized recipes, and a supportive community. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced baker, FoolProof is here to make perfect sourdough accessible to everyone. -- KEY FEATURES -- Smart Calculator: Generate personalized recipes based on your preferences, flour types, and desired hydration levels. Step-by-Step Guidance: Follow detailed instructions with built-in timers for each stage of the sourdough process. Journal Tracking: Keep a detailed journal of your bakes with photos, notes, and results. Social Community: Share your baking successes, get inspiration from others, and learn from the community. Video Tutorials: Watch professional techniques for each step of the sourdough process. Equipment Guide: Discover essential tools and equipment with direct purchase links. -- BENEFITS -- Consistency: Never guess again with precise measurements and timing for perfect results every time. Learning: Master sourdough techniques through guided tutorials and community wisdom. Convenience: Access everything you need in one app, from recipes to timers to social sharing. Flexibility: Adapt recipes to your schedule and preferences with customizable options. -- USAGE SCENARIOS -- Morning Routine: Start your day by feeding your starter and planning your bake. Weekend Baking: Use the detailed guides for weekend sourdough projects. Learning Journey: Track your progress and improve with each bake. Community Sharing: Connect with fellow bakers and share your creations. -- CONTACT -- Have questions or need support? Reach out to us at foolproofsourdough@gmail.com, or visit https://foolproofsourdough.notion.site. We're here to help! -- TERMS & PRIVACY -- By using this app, you agree to FoolProof's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FoolProof Bread at 5.0 against Yeasta's 4.4. FoolProof Bread also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Yeasta's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (22 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Yeasta sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and FoolProof Bread sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FoolProof Bread holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yeasta has 22 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Yeasta ships an update weekly, FoolProof Bread every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Yeasta | FoolProof Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (22 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 22 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mor Almalach | Taylor Baker |
Customer experience
Yeasta
FoolProof Bread
In-app purchases
Yeasta
- Yeasta Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Yeasta Pro Annual Offer$19.991 Year
- Yeasta Pro1 Year trial$39.991 Year
- You Rock!$2.99
- You're Awesome!$3.99
- You're a Legend!$4.99
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- Yeasta Pro - Lifetime$69.99
FoolProof Bread
- Buy Me Salt$1.99
- Buy Me Flour$4.99
- Buy Me a Loaf$9.99









