ColdLog vs FrostDip
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
ColdLog
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ColdLog โ Cold Plunge Tracker One tap. One plunge. All the data you need. ColdLog is the simplest way to track your cold plunge and ice bath sessions on Apple Watch. No complicated setup, no unnecessary features โ just start your workout and let your Watch capture everything automatically. DESIGNED FOR APPLE WATCH ULTRA ColdLog is built with Apple Watch Ultra users in mind. Use the Action Button to instantly start your cold plunge session โ even with wet hands. Add the watch face complication for one-tap access. Water Lock activates automatically when you enter the water. COMPREHENSIVE DATA COLLECTION Every plunge tells a story. ColdLog captures more data than any other cold plunge app: - Water Temperature โ Live readings from Apple Watch sensors - Duration โ Precise timing of every session - Heart Rate โ Continuous monitoring throughout your plunge with detailed graph - Calories Burned โ Science-based calculation using cold-induced thermogenesis research - GPS Location โ See where you plunge on the map - Weather Conditions โ Outside temperature, humidity, and conditions (Pro) - Workout Route โ Sessions appear in Apple Fitness with full route SCIENTIFICALLY ACCURATE CALORIE CALCULATION Unlike other apps that guess your calorie burn, ColdLog uses peer-reviewed research on cold water immersion. The formula accounts for water temperature, session duration, your personal BMR, and post-immersion thermogenesis โ that "afterburn" effect when your body continues burning calories after you exit. INSIGHTS & ANALYTICS (PRO) Track your progress with beautiful monthly charts: - Time in Water โ See your total cold exposure - Temperature Trends โ Track how cold you're going - Heart Rate Patterns โ Monitor your body's adaptation - Energy Burned โ Visualize your calorie expenditure - Cold Stress Score โ Measure your overall cold exposure intensity SEAMLESS SYNC Start a session on your Watch, view details on your iPhone. Everything syncs automatically via WatchConnectivity. All data stays private on your devices and in Apple Health โ no accounts, no cloud, no tracking. CAPTURE & SHARE YOUR PLUNGES Add up to 3 photos to each session โ build your personal cold plunge album. Frozen lake? Ice hole? Ocean sunrise? Capture those epic moments. Ready to share? Choose from multiple card styles: a clean stats-only card or stunning photo overlays with your session data. Share to Instagram, WhatsApp, or anywhere else. Each card shows your water temperature, duration, weather, and location. KEY FEATURES - One-tap workout start from Apple Watch - Action Button support (Apple Watch Ultra) - Watch face complication for quick access - Automatic Water Lock activation - Timer alerts with haptic feedback (Pro) - Auto-save option for hands-free workflow - Session photo gallery (up to 3 photos) - Custom share cards with photo overlays - Personal notes for each session - HealthKit integration - Celsius & Fahrenheit support - No account required - Offline-first design WHO IS COLDLOG FOR? Whether you're a Wim Hof method practitioner, cold water therapy enthusiast, competitive ice swimmer, or just starting your cold exposure journey โ ColdLog helps you track progress and stay consistent. Built by cold plunge enthusiasts who wanted an app that works as simply as stepping into cold water. No bloat. No distractions. Just you, the cold, and your data. FREE TO USE ColdLog is free with all core features โ track duration, water temperature, heart rate, calories, and GPS location. History is limited to 3 sessions. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited session history, detailed insights with charts, weather tracking, and timer alerts. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://coldlog.eu/privacy/
FrostDip
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FrostDip is the simplest, cleanest cold plunge timer and tracker for anyone serious about cold exposure. PRECISION TIMER Start, stop, and save your cold plunge sessions with a sleek, distraction-free timer. Track your time down to the second with a beautiful frost-themed interface. LOG WATER TEMPERATURE Record the water temperature for each session in Fahrenheit or Celsius. See your coldest plunge and track how you push your limits over time. BUILD YOUR STREAK Stay consistent with daily streak tracking. FrostDip counts your current streak and longest streak so you never want to break the chain. EARN BADGES Unlock 13 milestone badges as you progress โ from your First Plunge to 30-Day Streak, Sub 40F, 5-Minute Plunge, and more. Every badge is a challenge worth chasing. GUIDED BREATHING Calm your mind before or during your plunge with built-in breathing exercises designed for cold exposure. SHARE YOUR STATS Generate a branded stats card showing your streak, total sessions, longest plunge, and coldest water. Share it directly to social media or with friends. FULL SESSION HISTORY Browse your complete plunge history with duration, date, and water temperature for every session. Swipe to delete any entry. DETAILED STATS DASHBOARD See your total sessions, total time in cold, average duration, longest session, current streak, longest streak, and coldest water all in one place. PRIVACY FIRST All data is stored locally on your device. No account required. No data collected. No ads. Whether you use an ice bath, cold plunge tub, lake, ocean, or cold shower โ FrostDip helps you stay consistent and track your progress.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FrostDip at none against ColdLog's 1. ColdLog's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. ColdLog sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year. FrostDip asks for nothing beyond the download.
ColdLog ships an update weekly, FrostDip every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ColdLog | FrostDip |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly โ better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch โ better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JRSW s.r.o. | Jaco-Stefan Olwagen |
In-app purchases
ColdLog
- ColdLog PRO$8.991 Year
FrostDip
No in-app purchases









