Comparison

SakeScan vs Sake Map+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SakeScan

Effortlessly discover the perfect sake by scanning entire menus. This AI-powered app analyzes your taste preferences and budget to provide instant, personalized recommendations, eliminating guesswork and enhancing your dining experience.

Highlights
  • Full menu scan and AI recommendation
  • Instant label scan with detailed info
  • Extensive sake database (50,000+)
  • AI-powered food pairing suggestions
  • Personalized taste profile refinement
  • Community reviews and tasting notes
  • Brewery discovery and regional insights
Features
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Point your camera at any sake menu. SakeScan reads every bottle and instantly recommends the best one for your taste and budget. Standing at a Japanese restaurant, staring at a sake menu full of unfamiliar names and kanji characters? SakeScan is the world's only app that scans an entire sake menu at once — and tells you exactly which bottle to order. Just aim your camera at the menu. Our AI reads every item on the list, then filters and ranks them based on your personal taste preferences (dry or sweet, light or rich, fruity or earthy) and your price range. No guessing. No awkward questions to the server. Just the perfect pour, every time. THE CORE FEATURE: Full Menu Scan & AI Recommendation This is what makes SakeScan different from every other sake app. While others let you scan one bottle at a time, SakeScan scans the entire menu — printed menus, handwritten chalkboards, and digital tablet menus — and delivers a ranked recommendation list tailored to you in seconds. ALL FEATURES: • FULL MENU SCAN Scan an entire sake menu in one shot. SakeScan identifies every item and ranks them by how well they match your taste profile and budget. The world's only sake menu scanner. • INSTANT LABEL SCAN Point your camera at any single sake label for an immediate deep-dive: rice variety, polishing ratio, SMV, acidity, flavor profile, and tasting notes. • 50,000+ SAKE DATABASE The most comprehensive sake database on the planet. From iconic labels like Dassai and Kubota to rare regional gems you've never heard of — all covered. • PERFECT FOOD PAIRINGS Get AI-powered pairing suggestions for every sake. From sashimi and sushi to grilled meats and aged cheese — find the combination that elevates your meal. • PERSONAL TASTE PROFILE The more you scan, the smarter SakeScan gets. Rate what you drink, and our AI continuously refines your recommendations to match your evolving palate. • COMMUNITY REVIEWS Read honest reviews from 25,000+ sake enthusiasts worldwide. Share your own tasting notes and connect with fellow sake lovers. • BREWERY DISCOVERY Explore sake regions across Japan, learn about traditional brewing methods, and uncover hidden gems from small-batch producers. WHY SAKESCAN: Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned sake lover, SakeScan gives you the confidence to order well at any restaurant, sake bar, or specialty shop. Scan the menu. Set your taste and budget. Let the AI do the rest. Download SakeScan today — and never order the wrong sake again. SUBSCRIPTIONS SakeScan Pro Monthly — 1 month auto-renewable subscription. SakeScan Pro Annual — 1 year auto-renewable subscription (includes 7-day free trial). Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.sakescan.com/privacy

About

Sake Map+

Features
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The ultimate digital companion for Japanese Sake enthusiasts. Whether you're a curious beginner or a certified sommelier, "Sake Map+" takes you on a journey through all 47 prefectures of Japan. Discover hidden breweries, track your tasting notes, and celebrate your passion for Sake. 【Key Features】 Brewery Discovery: Over 1,700+ Japanese breweries with map integration. Perfect for planning your next Sake tour. AI Label Scanner: Simply snap a photo! Our AI recognizes labels and specs instantly to log your favorite bottles. Personal Cellar: Digitally manage your collection and tasting history. Never forget a great bottle again. Achievement System: From "First Sip" to "Label Collector," unlock fun milestones as you explore the world of Sake. Deep Insights: Explore flavor profiles, rankings, and shopping links to stay ahead of Sake trends. Privacy & Backup: Local backup support keeps your precious memories safe and under your control. Open your Sake Map and Kanpai with us!

Screenshots

SakeScan4 screens
Sake Map+3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SakeScan at fortnightly against Sake Map+'s monthly. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SakeScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Sake Map+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SakeScan ships an update fortnightly, Sake Map+ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
SakeScan versus Sake Map+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSakeScanSake Map+
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB45 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperSS SystemsChiyuan Chen

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SakeScan

Subscriptions2
  • SakeScan Monthly$4.991 Month
  • SakeScan Annual$49.991 Year
1 purchases

Sake Map+

One-time1
  • Sake map+ pro$1.99

Questions

Is SakeScan free?
SakeScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sake Map+ free?
Sake Map+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SakeScan or Sake Map+ have ads?
Neither SakeScan nor Sake Map+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SakeScan or Sake Map+?
SakeScan ships an update fortnightly, and Sake Map+ monthly. Most recently, SakeScan was updated on October 15, 2026 and Sake Map+ on October 2, 2026.

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