BreadOClock vs Crustfolk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BreadOClock
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BreadOClock guides you through every recipe step with automated timers, persistent alerts, and smart scheduling so you always know exactly when to mix, fold, rest, and bake. Choose from classic recipes or create your own. Set when you want your bread ready, and BreadOClock tells you when to start. No more missed folds or overproofed dough—just reliable, delicious results. Key Features • Bread recipes library (70+ baker's recipes) • Automated step-by-step timers • Reverse scheduling: “Ready by” → automatic start time • Custom recipe creator • Persistent notifications for every step Bake smarter. Bake on time. Bake with BreadOClock. ------- Tags: bread timer, sourdough timer, bread baking, baking scheduler, sourdough helper, bread app, dough timer, baguette recipe, sourdough app, bake planner, kitchen timer, homemade bread, bread maker guide, rising timer, proofing timer, artisan bread, recipe timer, custom recipes, bakery timer, croissant recipe
Crustfolk
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Crustfolk is a warm, all-in-one companion for sourdough and home baking — three tools in one cozy app. A baker's-percentage calculator, a smart fermentation timer, and an illustrated bread guide, plus 44 step-by-step photo recipes. Everything runs right on your iPhone: no account, no sign-up, no tracking. BAKE BY THE NUMBERS • Dial in flour, water, salt, and starter and watch every weight update live • Work in true baker's percentages and see your real hydration as you go • Scale any loaf up or down — Crustfolk does the math, no notebook required • Switch freely between metric and imperial A TIMER THAT THINKS LIKE A BAKER • Tell it when you want warm bread on the table; it schedules every step backward from there • Autolyse, bulk ferment, shaping, proof, and bake — each reminder right on cue • Adjusts for your kitchen temperature and how much starter you used, because warm dough moves faster • Built-in desired-dough-temperature helper tells you exactly how warm your water should be 44 PHOTO RECIPES • Follow clear, step-by-step bakes with an interactive checklist so you never lose your place • Sourdough, focaccia, baguette, ciabatta, brioche, bagels, pretzels, challah, cinnamon rolls, pizza, and naan • 10 authentic German breads: Roggenmischbrot, Bauernbrot, Dinkelvollkornbrot, Roggenvollkornbrot, Sonnenblumenkernbrot, Kürbiskernbrot, Laugenbrötchen, Kartoffelbrot, Mehrkornbrot, and Zwiebelbrot LEARN THE CRAFT • An illustrated, watercolor bread guide walks you through loaves from around the world • Plain-spoken explanations of starter, hydration, gluten, fermentation, scoring, and crumb • From your very first jar of starter to a confident, open crumb and a crackling crust PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Nothing you do leaves your device — no account to create, no analytics watching over your shoulder • Your recipes, photos, and bake notes stay yours • Photos you share are stripped of location data first CRUSTFOLK PREMIUM Premium unlocks every recipe, the full baking guide, and unlimited saved bakes. Choose a monthly or yearly subscription, or unlock everything once with a one-time Lifetime purchase. Eligible accounts may see an introductory offer; the App Store shows the current offer, price, and terms before purchase. Payment is handled by Apple; Crustfolk only ever sees an anonymous flag telling the app whether Premium is on. Whether you're feeding your first starter or chasing the perfect ear, Crustfolk keeps the craft simple, calm, and yours. Welcome to the fold. SUBSCRIPTION & PURCHASES Crustfolk Premium is an auto-renewing Monthly or Yearly subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Eligible accounts may see an introductory offer; the App Store shows the current offer, price, and terms before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. A subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://odoquill.com/crustfolk/legal/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Crustfolk at Free against BreadOClock's $0.99. Crustfolk also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). BreadOClock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Crustfolk is free to download; BreadOClock costs $0.99 up front. Crustfolk sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BreadOClock asks for nothing beyond the download.
BreadOClock ships an update fortnightly, Crustfolk every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BreadOClock | Crustfolk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zysco | Hendrik Pikkemaat |
In-app purchases
BreadOClock
No in-app purchases
Crustfolk
- Crustfolk Premium (Monthly)1 Month trial$1.991 Month
- Crustfolk Premium (Yearly)1 Month trial$13.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$27.99
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