Timer.Coffee vs Beanconqueror
Timer.Coffee and Beanconqueror are both free, open-source coffee apps — this isn't a 'which one is better' story so much as 'which one fits how you brew.' Beanconqueror is built for maximal manual tracking; Timer.Coffee is built for guided brewing with automatic logging and sync.
Last checked: July 2026
Does Beanconqueror sync across devices?
Beanconqueror's data portability is manual export/import between devices, not automatic sync. Timer.Coffee syncs your recipes, journal and beans automatically across iOS, Android and the web once you sign in.
Feature comparison
Both apps are free and open source — the difference is philosophy, not price. Here's the honest breakdown, including where Beanconqueror has the edge.
| Feature | Timer.Coffee | Beanconqueror |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android & web | iOS & Android |
| Price | Free, always — no subscription | Free, always |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Data sync across devices | Account sync across devices, including the web app | Manual export/import only |
| Guided, step-by-step brew timers Beanconqueror is primarily a manual logging tool with a basic brew timer, not step-guided pours. | 27 guided methods with pour-by-pour prompts | Partial |
| Manual brew parameters tracked | Partial | 30+ manual parameters |
| Bluetooth smart scale support | No | Yes |
| Roasting module | No | Yes |
| Espresso tracking depth | Partial | Deep, granular espresso tracking |
| AI coffee bag label scanning | Yes | No |
| Roaster discovery & recommendations | Yes | No |
| Built-in recipes | 40+ expert recipes | Fewer guided presets, more manual setup |
Last checked: July 2026
What Beanconqueror does better
Bluetooth scale support
Beanconqueror pairs with Bluetooth smart scales for live weight readouts. Timer.Coffee doesn't support this yet.
30+ manual brew parameters
If you want to log grind setting, water TDS, brew ratio and dozens of other variables by hand, Beanconqueror goes deeper than Timer.Coffee does.
Roasting module
Beanconqueror includes a dedicated module for tracking home roasting, which Timer.Coffee doesn't have.
Deep espresso tracking
For espresso specifically, Beanconqueror's logging is more granular than Timer.Coffee's.
What Timer.Coffee does better
Automatic sync, including the web
Sign in once and your recipes, brew journal and bean cellar follow you across iOS, Android and the browser — no manual export/import.
AI coffee bag label scanning
Point your camera at a bag and Timer.Coffee fills in the roaster and bean details for you, instead of typing everything by hand.
Guided, step-by-step brewing
Timer.Coffee tells you exactly when to pour and how much, which suits brewers who want less bookkeeping and more guidance.
Roaster directory & discovery
Browse roasters from around the world and see what other people are brewing — Beanconqueror doesn't have a discovery layer.
See everything Timer.Coffee can do on the features page.
Frequently asked questions
Get the Timer.Coffee App
Download the free and open-source Timer.Coffee App for access to 40+ recipes, brew timers, calculators, and more!
