Comparison

Caffeine Count Tracker vs Cognitive Diary

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Caffeine Count Tracker

Features
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TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CAFFEINE INTAKE Caffeine Counter helps you monitor and manage your daily caffeine consumption with a beautiful, easy-to-use interface. Whether you're trying to reduce your intake, maintain healthy habits, or simply stay aware of how much caffeine you consume, this app is your perfect companion. FREE FEATURES COMPREHENSIVE TRACKING - Log coffee, tea, energy drinks, soda, and more - Extensive database of popular caffeinated beverages - Quick-add feature for your favorite drinks - Track exact caffeine amounts in milligrams 7-DAY ANALYTICS - Beautiful charts showing your daily trends - Track your consumption patterns over the past week - See your peak caffeine days at a glance - Monitor your progress toward healthier habits SMART INSIGHTS - Daily caffeine limit recommendations (400mg FDA guideline) - Real-time warnings when approaching or exceeding limits - Personalized insights about your consumption patterns INTUITIVE DESIGN - Clean, modern interface - Easy one-tap logging - Search and filter drinks by category DAILY HISTORY - View your entries by day - Edit or delete past entries - Track your total daily intake PREMIUM FEATURES (Optional In-App Purchase) Unlock additional features with an optional subscription or one-time purchase: - Monthly: $0.99/month (auto-renewable) - Annual: $9.99/year (auto-renewable) - Lifetime: $49.99 (one-time purchase) Premium includes: - 30-day and yearly statistics and trend charts - Advanced analytics and detailed insights - Streak tracking to maintain healthy habits - Export your data - Ad-free experience - Priority customer support - All future premium updates Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings. WHY TRACK CAFFEINE? Monitoring your caffeine intake can help you: - Improve sleep quality by avoiding late-day caffeine - Reduce anxiety and jitters from overconsumption - Maintain steady energy levels throughout the day - Stay within healthy consumption guidelines - Identify patterns that affect your health and productivity PERFECT FOR - Coffee enthusiasts who want to stay mindful - Anyone trying to reduce caffeine dependency - Health-conscious individuals tracking their diet - People experiencing sleep issues related to caffeine - Students and professionals managing energy levels - Anyone curious about their caffeine habits SUPPORTED BEVERAGES Coffee (Espresso, Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, Cold Brew) Tea (Black, Green, White, Oolong, Matcha) Energy Drinks (Red Bull, Monster, 5-Hour Energy, etc.) Soda (Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, etc.) And many more! YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS - All data stored securely on your device - No account required - No personal information collected - Your data belongs to you Download Caffeine Counter today and start your journey to healthier caffeine habits! Privacy Policy: https://www.zechariahk.com/apps/caffeine-counter-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Cognitive Diary

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Cognitive Diary is a private, privacy-first space for self-reflection, emotional awareness, and everyday mental well-being. The app combines CBT-inspired journaling tools, guided breathing exercises, and validated self-assessment questionnaires to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and reactions โ€” at your own pace and without pressure. You can choose from structured journal formats inspired by cognitive behavioral techniques, including thought tracking, anxiety and trigger monitoring, activity planning, emotion regulation, exposure tracking, and mood reflection. These tools help organize inner experiences, notice patterns, and explore alternative perspectives in a calm and non-judgmental way. Cognitive Diary also includes simple breathing exercises designed to support moments of stress or emotional overload. Visual breathing guidance helps slow down and reconnect with the body. You can use the app without creating an account. Signing in is optional and unlocks PRO features, including secure end-to-end encrypted cloud synchronization across devices. Your privacy is a core principle of the app. All entries and test results are encrypted. Encryption keys never leave your device, and you remain in full control of your personal data. Important disclaimer: Cognitive Diary is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a substitute for professional healthcare or mental health services. If you are experiencing severe or persistent mental health symptoms, please seek help from a qualified professional. Cognitive Diary is designed as a supportive self-reflection tool and a private companion for building awareness and self-regulation skills in everyday life.

Screenshots

Caffeine Count Tracker3 screens
Cognitive Diary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Caffeine Count Tracker at 13.4 against Cognitive Diary's 16.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Caffeine Count Tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Cognitive Diary sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Caffeine Count Tracker versus Cognitive Diary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCaffeine Count TrackerCognitive Diary
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 โ€” better16.4
Further details โ€” not scored
Size13 MB60 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperZechariah KasinaVitalii Kovalov

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Caffeine Count Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99
2 purchases

Cognitive Diary

Subscriptions2
  • PRO$0.991 Month
  • PRO$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Caffeine Count Tracker free?
Caffeine Count Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cognitive Diary free?
Cognitive Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Caffeine Count Tracker or Cognitive Diary have ads?
Neither Caffeine Count Tracker nor Cognitive Diary shows ads.

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