Comparison

KOMBU vs iGuIu

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

Head to head
About

KOMBU

Features
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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.

About

iGuIu

Features
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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 β€’ Connect and manage your compatible iGulu device β€’ Explore guided recipes for a variety of drinks β€’ Monitor brewing progress in real time β€’ View temperature, pressure, time, and device status β€’ Receive notifications at important stages β€’ Customize brewing settings and create your own recipes β€’ Review and manage your previous batches β€’ Access product guidance and support A compatible iGulu device and an iGulu account are required to use the app.

Screenshots

KOMBU4 screens
iGuIu4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iGuIu at monthly against KOMBU's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KOMBU ships an update every 2 months, iGuIu monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
KOMBU versus iGuIu: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKOMBUiGuIu
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size56 MB75 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKOMBU LLCiGulu

In-app purchases

None

KOMBU

No in-app purchases

None

iGuIu

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KOMBU free?
KOMBU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iGuIu free?
iGuIu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KOMBU or iGuIu have ads?
Neither KOMBU nor iGuIu shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KOMBU or iGuIu?
KOMBU ships an update every 2 months, and iGuIu monthly. Most recently, KOMBU was updated on October 7, 2026 and iGuIu on October 10, 2026.

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