KOMBU vs iGuIu
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KOMBU
This app connects to a smart brewing device, allowing users to remotely manage their kombucha fermentation. Track batches, set timers, and receive notifications for a more connected brewing experience.
- IoT-connected mobile app
- Remote batch tracking
- Timer settings
- Brew notifications
- Save notes
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The Fermenstation combines minimal, intuitive analog controls with a smart IoT-connected mobile app. Set timers, track batches, save notes, and receive notifications for your brew from anywhere. It’s the ancient craft of fermentation, reinvented for the modern counterspace. Download the KOMBU app to unlock a more connected and rewarding kombucha ritual today.
iGuIu
This app connects to a compatible device to help you create, monitor, and manage the brewing process for various beverages like beer, cider, kombucha, and wine. It offers guided recipes, real-time progress updates, and customizable settings for personalized drink creation.
- Connect and manage compatible device
- Explore guided recipes
- Monitor brewing progress in real time
- Receive important notifications
- Customize brewing settings
- Review and manage past batches
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Create, Monitor, and Enjoy Fresh Drinks at Home The iGulu app is your companion for creating fresh, personalized drinks with your iGulu device. From craft beer and cider to kombucha, kefir, wine, and more, the app helps you manage each batch with clear guidance and real-time updates. Connect your compatible iGulu device to explore recipes, start a new brew, and monitor key information such as temperature, pressure, remaining time, and overall progress. Receive important notifications throughout the process, so you can stay informed without constantly checking the machine. For more experienced creators, the app also provides greater control over brewing settings, allowing you to adjust parameters, experiment with ingredients, and develop drinks that match your own taste. With the iGulu app, professional brewing becomes easier to begin, simpler to manage, and more enjoyable to explore. Key Features • Connect and manage your compatible iGulu device • Explore guided recipes for a variety of drinks • Monitor brewing progress in real time • View temperature, pressure, time, and device status • Receive notifications at important stages • Customize brewing settings and create your own recipes • Review and manage your previous batches • Access product guidance and support A compatible iGulu device and an iGulu account are required to use the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: iGuIu at 5.0 against KOMBU's 4.0. iGuIu also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). KOMBU's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iGuIu holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
KOMBU ships an update every 2 months, iGuIu monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KOMBU | iGuIu |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | KOMBU LLC | iGulu |
In-app purchases
KOMBU
No in-app purchases
iGuIu
No in-app purchases









