Starter vs StarterBuddy

Stop killing your sourdough starter. Starter is the beginner-friendly sourdough companion that replaces 50 conflicting methods with one proven path. Track feedings, never miss a reminder, and finally turn your discard into delicious recipes. ▸ THE PROBLEM WE SOLVE Starting sourdough is overwhelming. Every blog, Reddit post, and YouTube video gives different advice — 1:1:1 or 1:5:5? Every 12 hours or once a day? Whole wheat or all-purpose? Starter cuts through the noise. One clear method. Smart reminders that adapt to your storage. A health tracker that tells you exactly how your starter is doing. ▸ TRACK FEEDINGS WITH EASE • Log feedings in seconds — flour, water, starter amounts • See health status at a glance — Thriving, Hungry, or Neglected • Track peak times to understand your starter's rhythm • Add photos to visualize progress over time • Review feeding history to spot patterns ▸ NEVER MISS A FEEDING Smart reminders that actually make sense: • Room temperature — reminded every 12 hours • Refrigerated — reminded weekly • Adjust timing to match your schedule • Snooze when life gets busy ▸ USE YOUR DISCARD Stop throwing away perfectly good starter: • 10+ recipes matched to your discard amount • Pancakes, crackers, pizza dough, and more • Difficulty ratings from easy to advanced • Save favorites for quick access ▸ WIDGETS FOR YOUR HOME SCREEN Glance at your starter without opening the app: • See health status and hours since last feeding • Quick-feed button on medium widget • Lock screen widget for at-a-glance tracking • Multiple sizes to fit your home screen ▸ ADAPTS TO YOUR KITCHEN Your kitchen temperature changes everything: • Cold (under 65°F): slower fermentation, adjusted ratios • Normal (65-75°F): standard timing • Warm (75-85°F): faster rise, more frequent feeds • Hot (over 85°F): rapid activity, careful monitoring Starter adjusts recommendations based on your environment. ▸ DESIGNED FOR BEGINNERS We don't overwhelm you with options: • One proven feeding method • Clear, opinionated guidance • Progress tracking that builds confidence • No account required — your data stays on your device ▸ PRICING FREE: • 1 starter • 14-day feeding history • 3 discard recipes • Small widget • Smart reminders PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Starter Premium is available with the following subscription options: Premium Monthly: $4.99/month Premium Annual: $29.99/year (Save 50%) — includes 7-day free trial • Unlimited starters • Full feeding history • Photo timeline • All 10+ discard recipes • All widget sizes Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Service: https://starter.bulpara.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://starter.bulpara.com/privacy --- Questions? support@bulpara.com

StarterBuddy is a clean, focused tool for managing your sourdough starter and planning levains with confidence. Whether you’re maintaining a single culture or working with multiple starters, StarterBuddy keeps your fermentation organized and predictable. Core Features • Log feedings with hydration ratios • Track starter activity and history • Timeline view of all culture events • Manage one culture for free Baker’s Table (Pro) Unlock advanced tools for serious bakers: • Manage multiple cultures • Levain planner with ready-by timing • Peak forecasting • Starter analytics and insights Designed for clarity, not clutter. No accounts required. All data stored locally on your device. Bake better with consistency. --- Legal Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://azielke8.github.io/starter-buddy-support/privacy.html