Fermently vs Ferment Lab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Fermently
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Fermently is the fermentation journal you always wanted โ built for home brewers, kitchen fermenters, and anyone who takes their cultures seriously. Track every batch from day one. Log temperatures, pH readings, sugar levels, and tasting notes as your ferment evolves. Fermently visualises your data as scientific charts so you always know exactly where you stand. WHAT YOU CAN DO โข Start a batch for kombucha, kimchi, ginger beer, kefir, sourdough, and more โข Follow the fermentation timeline and get notified at key stages โข Compare batches side by side โ spot what made one batch better than another โข Detect over-fermentation before it ruins your brew โข Browse guided recipes and adapt them to your setup โข Keep a complete archive of every ferment you've ever made PERFECT FOR Home brewers and fermentation enthusiasts who want more than guesswork. Whether you're on your second kombucha SCOBY or your twentieth jar of kimchi, Fermently brings the science of fermentation to your fingertips. PREMIUM FEATURES Unlock unlimited batch tracking, advanced comparison charts, and the full recipe library with a one-time purchase โ no subscription, no recurring fees. By using Fermently, you agree to Terms of Use: https://fermently-legal.vercel.app/terms
Ferment Lab
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Ferment Lab is the batch tracker home fermenters have needed for years. Log every jar, vessel, and crock โ with pH readings, photos, tasting notes, and scheduled check-ins โ and let on-device AI tell you if your ferment is on track. AI pH Safety Advisor Log your pH readings as your batch develops. Ferment Lab analyzes your acidification curve against culture-specific safety profiles (kimchi, kombucha, brine pickles, and cheese all behave differently) and tells you: on track, watch it, or discard. No guessing. No forum searching at midnight. Built for every ferment except bread Kimchi. Kombucha. Kefir. Hard and soft cheese. Hot sauce. Pickles. Sauerkraut. Vinegar. Miso. Tempeh. Wine and cider. Each culture gets the right schedule, right safety thresholds, and right guidance. Sourdough? That's Crumb โ a separate app for bread bakers. What you track Salt %, temperature, vessel size, pH readings over time, tasting ratings, and a full photo journal. The batch detail screen is the most organized fermentation log you've ever had. Designed for the counter Live Activities keep your next check-in on your lock screen. Widgets show all active batches at a glance. Siri shortcuts log a pH reading without unlocking your phone. All data stays on your device or syncs privately via iCloud. No accounts. No server. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://brainrash.com/apps/ferment-lab/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Fermently at 3 against Ferment Lab's 1. Fermently also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Fermently sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Ferment Lab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Fermently | Ferment Lab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 โ better | 26.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Theo Rolino | Justin Pruskowski |
In-app purchases
Fermently
- Pro$9.991 Month
- Mozzarella Recipe$2.99
- Doenjang Recipe$2.99
- Makgeolli Recipe$2.99
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- Shrub Recipe$2.99
- Tsukemono Recipe$2.99
- Water Kefir Recipe$2.99
- Fresh Cheese Recipe$2.99
- Ricotta Recipe$2.99
- Lemonade Recipe$2.99
Ferment Lab
- Ferment Lab Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Ferment Lab Pro Annual$29.991 Year
- Ferment Lab Pro Lifetime$49.99
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