ReefDiary vs Reefly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ReefDiary
Track saltwater aquarium parameters, calculate precise dosing, and visualize trends to maintain a stable reef environment. This app offers offline functionality and local data storage for reef keepers.
- Log aquarium parameters
- Dosing calculator
- Parameter trend charts
- Exportable reports
- Multiple tank support
- Offline functionality
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Log saltwater aquarium parameters, spot stability drift, calculate dosing amounts, and keep reef care decisions grounded in your own data. KEY FEATURES: - Log Ca, Alk, Mg, pH, Salinity, Temp, NO3, PO4 in seconds - 2-part dosing calculator (BRS, ESV, Tropic Marin, custom) - Color-coded parameter cards show instant health status - Trend charts reveal drift, recovery, and repeat patterns - Exportable reports for second opinions, store visits, or support threads - Multiple tank support with separate histories and routines BUILT FOR REEF KEEPERS: - No account required, no cloud sync; reef data stays local - Works offline - practical for fish rooms and maintenance benches - Dense, scannable interface designed for daily reef checks PRO FEATURES (monthly, yearly, or lifetime): - Unlimited tanks and full long-range parameter history - Advanced dosing products and custom formulas - CSV exports and shareable reef detail images - Custom testing cadence and dosing follow-through Free to download. Pro unlocks the long view: full history, reports, formulas, routines, and unlimited reef systems. LEGAL: - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://peachuinc.github.io/legal/reefdiary/
Reefly
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KNOW YOUR REEF IS HEALTHY. IN SECONDS. ReefLog turns raw water test numbers into a clear tank health score - so you stop guessing and start knowing. Log your parameters, see instant colour-coded feedback (Good · Near limit · Out of range), and track trends over time. Whether you keep a saltwater reef, freshwater community, or planted aquarium, ReefLog gives your tank a grade every time you log. ----------------------- WHAT YOU CAN DO ----------------------- - Log pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, ammonia, nitrate, salinity and temperature - See instant status feedback as you type — no guesswork - View trend charts with safe-range bands so problems are visible before they become emergencies - Set maintenance reminders — water changes, feeding, dosing — so nothing slips - Works for reef, saltwater, freshwater, and planted aquariums TANK HEALTH SCORE --------------------- After every log session, ReefLog grades your tank (A+, A, B+…) based on how your parameters compare to proven safe ranges. One glance tells you everything. ------------------ FREE TO START ------------------ Log parameters and view charts for free. Upgrade to Pro for: - Unlimited parameter history (beyond 30 days) - Unlimited maintenance reminders - iCloud sync across all your Apple devices - Full historical charts Built for hobbyists who take their tanks seriously. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Reefly at daily against ReefDiary's every 4 weeks. 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. ReefDiary sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Reefly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ReefDiary ships an update every 4 weeks, Reefly daily. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ReefDiary | Reefly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Petr Persianov | Justinas Kristopaitis |
In-app purchases
ReefDiary
- ReefTrack Pro – Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- ReefTrack Pro – Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- ReefTrack Pro – Yearly$29.991 Year
Reefly
- ReefLog Pro7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- ReefLog Pro7 Days trial$17.991 Year









