CoffeeRoastMate vs RoastSignal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
CoffeeRoastMate
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Master consistency in every batch β no matter the weather. CoffeeRoastMate is not just a timer; itβs a precision tool for anyone who cares about the science behind the bean β from home enthusiasts to small-batch professionals. Ambient temperature and humidity are invisible variables that can disrupt even a perfect roast profile. Cold air extends the Drying phase; humidity changes heat transfer. CoffeeRoastMate analyzes your local weather conditions instantly and helps you adjust your plan before you even drop the green beans. Why CoffeeRoastMate? - Weather Intelligence Automatically fetches localized temperature and humidity to suggest precise adjustments for your Drying, Maillard, and Development phases. - Predictable Results Stop guessing. Compensate for environmental variables and hit your target roast levels consistently. - Profile-Aware Calculations Select your target roast profile β light, medium, dark, or custom ratios β and the app adapts timing recommendations accordingly. - Bean-Specific Adjustments Choose your coffee bean type to factor density and processing characteristics into the suggested plan. - Privacy First All calculations run locally on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no cloud uploads. Key Features - Real-time Roast Difficulty Index based on weather - Dynamic phase timer with large, glanceable controls - Visual phase breakdown (Drying / Maillard / Development) - Optional, secure offline roast logging - Clean, distraction-free interface for active roasting - Works offline after the initial weather update Zero Paywalls. 100% Indie. This app is completely free β no subscriptions, no ads, no locked features. If it helps you roast better, you can optionally support future development through the Tip Jar β purely optional. Happy roasting!
RoastSignal
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RoastSignal helps home coffee roasters track roast sessions, record roast milestones, save roast history, and receive AI-assisted roast feedback. The app does not require an account or login. Core workflow: 1. Configure a roast setup or Quick Start Preset 2. Start a roast timer 3. Record roast milestones 4. Review AI analysis 5. Save roast history 6. Export or share roast results Camera and photo access are optional and used only when the user chooses to analyze bean or roast photos. The Coffee Expert feature requires an internet connection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RoastSignal at none against CoffeeRoastMate's 4. RoastSignal also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. CoffeeRoastMate sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. RoastSignal asks for nothing beyond the download.
CoffeeRoastMate ships an update every 2 months, RoastSignal every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CoffeeRoastMate | RoastSignal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arda Balkan | Ankur Agarwal |
In-app purchases
CoffeeRoastMate
- Buy me a small coffee$1.99
- Buy me a medium coffee$3.99
- Buy me a large coffee$7.99
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- Buy me a bag of beans$14.99
RoastSignal
No in-app purchases






