MixMath vs Bob's Bar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MixMath
Effortlessly scale cocktail recipes for any party size, from intimate gatherings to large events. This app provides intelligent unit conversion and precise measurements, ensuring perfectly balanced drinks every time. It also includes a built-in library of classic recipes and allows you to create and save your own.
- Intelligent recipe scaling (1-100 servings)
- Smart unit conversion (oz, cups, tbsp, ml)
- Built-in library of 150+ classic cocktails
- Dynamic batch instructions for party sizes
- Create and save custom recipes (up to 5)
- Precise measurements with proper rounding
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Stop guessing at cocktail math. Start making perfect drinks. Planning a party but your favorite cocktail recipe only serves one? MixMath solves the most common entertaining problem with intelligent recipe scaling that actually works. Smart Scaling Technology - Instantly convert 1 serving to any number (1-100) - Intelligent unit conversion (oz ↔ cups ↔ tbsp ↔ ml) - Precise measurements with proper rounding - Handles garnishes and non-scalable ingredients correctly Built-In Recipe Library - 150+ classic cocktail recipes included - Old Fashioned, Margarita, Mojito, Manhattan, and more - Professionally tested ratios and techniques - Perfect starting point for any home bartender Dynamic Batch Instructions - Instructions automatically adapt to party size - Small batch (2-6): Individual preparation tips - Medium batch (7-20): Pitcher batching guidance - Large batch (21+): Professional party setup advice Create Your Own Recipes - Save custom cocktail recipes (up to 5) - Easy ingredient input with smart unit suggestions - Share recipes with friends and family - Build your personal cocktail collection Perfect For: - Home entertainers and party hosts - Wedding planners and event organizers - Cocktail enthusiasts expanding their skills - Anyone tired of cocktail math headaches Why MixMath? Unlike basic calculators or complex bartending apps, MixMath focuses on one thing: scaling cocktail recipes perfectly. No clutter, no confusion – just precise math that makes entertaining effortless. Whether you're hosting 5 friends or 50 wedding guests, MixMath ensures every drink is perfectly balanced. Download now and never worry about cocktail math again. Please drink responsibly. MixMath is intended for adults 21+ in the US and legal drinking age in other countries.
Bob's Bar
Discover and create cocktails with a vast recipe database and a unique feature that shows what you can make with ingredients you already own. Manage your home bar inventory, save favorites, and create custom variations. Unlock premium features for an ad-free experience and more.
- 533+ curated cocktail recipes
- My Bar: Makeable cocktail suggestions
- Personal bar inventory management
- Custom recipe variations
- Batch calculator
- Search by name, ingredient, or style
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Discover, create, and perfect cocktails with Bob's Bar - your premium cocktail companion featuring over 533 professionally curated recipes. WHAT CAN YOU MAKE? The innovative MY BAR feature instantly shows which cocktails you can create with ingredients you already have. Simply add your home bar inventory, and Bob's Bar calculates exactly what you can make right now - no more guessing or missing ingredients. COMPREHENSIVE RECIPE DATABASE - 533+ professionally curated cocktail recipes - Detailed instructions for every drink - Complete ingredient lists with precise measurements - Beautiful cocktail imagery - Search by name, ingredient, or style - Batch calculator for party-size servings YOUR PERSONAL BAR INVENTORY Track your home bar with our intuitive ingredient management system: - Add spirits, mixers, garnishes, and tools - Automatic makeability calculations - Know what you can create instantly - Smart suggestions for missing ingredients - Never waste time on unmakeable recipes FAVORITES & CUSTOM VARIATIONS Save your go-to cocktails and create your own signature variations: - Mark favorites for quick access - Create custom recipe variations - Modify ingredients and measurements - Build your personal cocktail collection - Share your creations PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP Unlock the full Bob's Bar experience with Premium: - Access to all 533+ cocktail recipes - Unlimited favorites and variations - Advanced filtering and search - Ad-free experience - Priority support - New recipes added regularly Choose from flexible subscription options: - Monthly: $5.99/month - Annual: $41.99/year (save 41%!) PERFECT FOR: - Home bartenders expanding their repertoire - Cocktail enthusiasts building their skills - Party hosts planning drink menus - Anyone who loves craft cocktails - Beginners learning classic recipes BEAUTIFUL, INTUITIVE DESIGN Crafted with a sleek dark theme that's easy on the eyes and perfect for dimly lit bars or late-night mixing. Collapsible sections keep information organized, while intelligent filtering helps you find exactly what you need. WHY BOB'S BAR? Unlike other cocktail apps, Bob's Bar focuses on what matters most: helping you make great drinks with what you have. Our makeability engine eliminates the frustration of finding recipes you can't make, while our comprehensive database ensures you'll never run out of inspiration. PRIVACY FIRST We respect your privacy. Bob's Bar uses Apple Sign-In for secure authentication and stores your personal data (favorites, variations, inventory) securely. We never sell your information. Download Bob's Bar today and transform your home into the best bar in town. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment charged to Apple account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://saucedfx.github.io/bobs-bar-support/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MixMath at none against Bob's Bar's 2. MixMath also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Bob's Bar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. MixMath asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MixMath against 5.0 for Bob's Bar. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
MixMath ships an update every 10 days, Bob's Bar weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.
| Parameter | MixMath | Bob's Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Merrimack Valley Models, LLC | The Work Works LLC |
Customer experience
MixMath
Bob's Bar
In-app purchases
MixMath
No in-app purchases
Bob's Bar
- Bob's Bar Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Bob's Bar Premium - Annual7 Days trial$41.991 Year









