BrewJournal vs Brewio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BrewJournal
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BrewJournal is an offline coffee brewing journal built to help you track every cup and improve your recipe over time. Log beans and brewing parameters (ratio, temperature, method, dose, water, brew time, grinder setting, and gear), rate the cup, and keep tasting notes for easy comparison. You can also generate a complete brew report with your score and full recipe—perfect for sharing or saving. Security matters. This app is 100% offline — privacy first. Privacy-first: • No account • No tracking • No data collection • Offline use Pricing: Free: Save up to 8 brew logs. Pro Monthly Subscription: USD $0.99/month (or equivalent in local currency). Unlock unlimited logs and all Pro features. Pro Lifetime (One-Time Purchase): USD $4.99 (limited-time introductory price). Unlock unlimited logs and all Pro features forever, no recurring fees. Prices may vary by region. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Brewio
This app helps specialty coffee enthusiasts track their beans, refine brewing techniques, and log every extraction. It allows users to manage their coffee inventory, create custom recipes, and record detailed brew parameters to achieve the perfect cup.
- Manage coffee bean inventory
- Create custom brewing recipes
- Log detailed brew parameters
- Track grind settings and tasting notes
- Explore built-in brewing guides
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Tired of forgetting the exact grind size that made yesterday's pour-over perfect? Brewio is designed for specialty coffee lovers who want to dial in their daily brew, track their favorite beans, and master the art of extraction. Whether you are pulling espresso shots or perfecting your morning V60, Brewio gives you the tools to record your variables, refine your technique, and discover exactly what makes your perfect cup. Core Features: Manage Your Bean Stash Never lose track of what is in your hopper. Log your current coffee beans, including roaster, origin, processing method, roast date, and flavor notes. Keep a digital inventory of your coffee cellar and archive your all-time favorites. You can see which beans need your attention immediately! (Note: The free version allows you to manage up to 3 active coffee bags. Upgrade to a Brewio Pro subscription for an unlimited bean stash). Master & Create Recipes Explore built-in brewing guides or build your own custom recipes from scratch. Set your target dose, water weight, temperature, and step-by-step pouring phases for any brew method—from Aeropress to French Press to Espresso. (Note: The free version allows you to manage 1 personal recipe. Upgrade to a Brewio Pro subscription for an unlimited recipe creation). Log Every Brew Precision is everything. Log your daily extractions by recording your grind setting, yield, brew time, and personal rating. Add tasting notes to remember exactly how a specific bean performed under different variables. (Note: The free version allows you to create generous amount of coffee logs. Upgrade to a Brewio Pro subscription for an unlimited coffee log) Who is this for? Home baristas dialing in their espresso machines. Pour-over enthusiasts striving for consistency. Anyone who wants to explore the vast world of specialty coffee flavor profiles. Stop guessing and start tracking. Download Brewio and elevate your daily coffee ritual today. Privacy Policy: https://brewio.app/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BrewJournal at every 2 days against Brewio's every 11 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. BrewJournal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Brewio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BrewJournal ships an update every 2 days, Brewio every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BrewJournal | Brewio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 11 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 澍 戴 | Emrah Anil |
In-app purchases
BrewJournal
- Premium (Monthly)14 Days trial$0.991 Month
- BrewJournal Pro Lifetime$4.99
Brewio
- Brewio Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- Brewio Pro Annual$12.991 Year








