BrewMark vs The Espresso
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
BrewMark
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WHAT YOU GET - Smart brew suggestions based on your extraction feedback - Grind translation for grinder models (Baratza, Fellow, Comandante, Timemore, 1Zpresso, and more) - Brew journal with tasting notes and extraction tracking - Coffee bag management with freshness tracking - Recipe sharing via links and shareable recipe cards NO MORE "MEDIUM-FINE" GUESSING Get exact grind settings (e.g., "Baratza Encore, setting 18") for your grinder model. BrewMark translates between grinders automatically using a universal grind index. SUPPORTED BREW METHODS Pour over: Hario V60, Kalita Wave, Chemex Immersion: French Press, AeroPress Batch: Drip coffee makers Plus: General pour over and immersion methods SUPPORTED GRINDERS Comandante, Timemore (C2, C3), 1Zpresso (JX, K-series, Q2), Baratza (Encore, Virtuoso, Sette, Vario), Fellow Ode, Breville and more. ALSO INCLUDES - Apple Watch companion app for quick brew logging - Home screen widget showing your last brew - Apple Sign In for cloud sync Free to use. No subscription required. Download BrewMark and start dialing in better coffee today.
The Espresso
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Pull better espresso, pour cleaner latte art, and finally understand why a shot tastes the way it does. The Espresso is your personal barista school, right in your pocket. Step-by-step coffee lessons, an espresso shot analyzer, and progress tracking come together in one beautifully designed app for home baristas and specialty coffee lovers. Latte Art & Milk Steaming Get precise guidance on milk steaming, cup angle, pitcher position, milk flow, and timing. Learn the techniques behind silky microfoam and clean pours for every cappuccino and latte, from the basics to more advanced free-pour skills. Espresso Shot Analyzer Log each espresso shot and get clear feedback to dial in your extraction. Track dose, yield, brew time, grind setting, and tasting notes to learn what works best for your beans, your machine, and your workflow. Statistics & Progress Tracking Review your shot history, compare results over time, and spot patterns in your espresso routine. Helpful charts and logs show how consistent you are, so you can refine your technique and make better coffee every day. Coffee Knowledge Explore the fundamentals of specialty coffee: roast profiles, origin, brewing methods, extraction, crema, and milk texture. Build a deeper understanding of the craft behind every cup. Why The Espresso? β’ Learn espresso and latte art step by step β’ Analyze and improve every espresso shot β’ Track your coffee progress over time β’ Discover specialty coffee knowledge β’ Enjoy a clean, intuitive, and beautiful design Download The Espresso for free today and turn your daily coffee routine into a craft you can measure, improve, and enjoy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrewMark at none against The Espresso's 1. The Espresso's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. The Espresso sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BrewMark asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | BrewMark | The Espresso |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jeffrey Gluck | Gianluca Zgur |
In-app purchases
BrewMark
No in-app purchases
The Espresso
- The Espresso Pro Lifetime$149.00









