Timer.Coffee vs Filtru
Filtru is a well-designed, iOS-only coffee timer with a paid PRO tier. Timer.Coffee is free, open source, and runs on iOS, Android and the web — here's an honest, feature-by-feature comparison.
Last checked: July 2026
Looking for Filtru on Android?
Filtru is iOS-only, so there's no Android or web version. Timer.Coffee runs on Android, iOS and in any browser, is free with no subscription, and covers 27 brewing methods.
Feature comparison
Every cell below is a straightforward, verifiable claim — including where Filtru has the edge.
| Feature | Timer.Coffee | Filtru |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, Android & web | iOS only |
| Price Check each app's store listing for current pricing. | Free, always — no subscription | Free tier, plus a paid subscription (PRO) for advanced features |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Guided brewing methods | 27 methods, from V60 to cezve | Primarily espresso & pour-over dial-in |
| Built-in recipes | 40+ expert recipes | Recipe presets included |
| Bluetooth smart scale support | No | Yes |
| Espresso dial-in tools | Partial | Yes |
| AR equipment guides | No | Yes |
| AI coffee bag label scanning | Yes | No |
| Roaster directory | Yes | No |
| Sync across devices | Account sync across devices, including the web app | iOS-only, so cross-device sync stays within Apple's ecosystem |
| Language support | 22 languages, including Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Arabic | 5 languages (English, French, German, Polish & Spanish) |
Last checked: July 2026. Pricing details are subject to change — check Filtru's own store listing for current terms.
What Filtru does better
Bluetooth scale support
Filtru pairs with Bluetooth smart scales for automatic weight tracking mid-brew. Timer.Coffee doesn't support this yet.
Espresso dial-in tools
Filtru has dedicated espresso dial-in workflows for tuning grind, dose and yield. Timer.Coffee's espresso support is more basic.
AR gear guides
Filtru includes augmented-reality guides for identifying and using brewing gear — a genuinely unique touch Timer.Coffee doesn't have.
Polished iOS-native design
Being iOS-only lets Filtru lean fully into native iOS design patterns and animations.
What Timer.Coffee does better
Free, no subscription
Every feature is free and open source, with no PRO tier locking things away.
Android and web, not just iOS
The same account works on iPhone, Android and in a browser — nothing to install if you just want to try it.
22 languages
The app is fully translated into 22 languages — including all five that Filtru offers, plus 17 more, from Portuguese and Ukrainian to Japanese, Chinese and Arabic.
Roaster directory & AI label scanning
Browse roasters from around the world and skip manual data entry by scanning a coffee bag's label.
Open source
The full source is public, so you can see exactly what the app does and contribute.
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!
