Beersmith versus Brewtarget
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Golddiggie
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Been using BeerSmith since my third batch. Looking forward to the upcoming version update too.
While there are people that will scream about the software they use, from either camp, I would suggest trying out both at the same time. See which one you can get up and running with easier, and is more to your liking.
Personally, I've not used any of the videos posted about using BeerSmith, figuring it out either for myself, or reading an occasional post about using a feature I hadn't used before. That was mostly when I was new to the software (within the first month, or so). Since then, I've really not needed any assistance in getting everything figured out and setup within it. I've added more malts to the database, as well as tweaked the hops to match what I have on hand (the AA% for the hops I'm using).
Fortunately, BeerSmith is available for a 21 day trial period. Simply download it, test it out and see if you want to buy it or not. IMO, you should be able to figure that out within three weeks, provided you actually put some time onto it.
While there are people that will scream about the software they use, from either camp, I would suggest trying out both at the same time. See which one you can get up and running with easier, and is more to your liking.
Personally, I've not used any of the videos posted about using BeerSmith, figuring it out either for myself, or reading an occasional post about using a feature I hadn't used before. That was mostly when I was new to the software (within the first month, or so). Since then, I've really not needed any assistance in getting everything figured out and setup within it. I've added more malts to the database, as well as tweaked the hops to match what I have on hand (the AA% for the hops I'm using).
Fortunately, BeerSmith is available for a 21 day trial period. Simply download it, test it out and see if you want to buy it or not. IMO, you should be able to figure that out within three weeks, provided you actually put some time onto it.
samc
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To completely mess you up, have you looked at http://www.brewmate.net/
I use BeerTools Pro & brewmate (because of the timers built in). Brewmate is free and BTP has more features.
I use BeerTools Pro & brewmate (because of the timers built in). Brewmate is free and BTP has more features.
JetSmooth
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I use BrewTarget because I'm on a Mac. But i love it. Pretty simple to use and it keeps getting better.
Pus the dev is a forum member here.
Pus the dev is a forum member here.
Dynachrome
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At JetSmooth --->
A little mangled Frank Herbert? Nice!
A little mangled Frank Herbert? Nice!
mpmccann
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My vote is for Brew-target... You can't beat the price...
socalboomer
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I started with a spreadsheet, moved to brewtarget, then to ibrewmaster and have landed on beersmith. Once you get over the initial hump, beersmith seems to have more power and growth room built in, and it really doesn't cost much.
Not an expert, just my two cents
Not an expert, just my two cents
mpmccann
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My vote is for Brew-target... You can't beat the price...
I found this old post and have to recant my vote...
Although I liked Brew Target because it was free, I have to admit I have moved on to Beer Smith.
It is defiantly the program if you are going to pay for software. It has way more tools and now Cloud and Mobile capabilities. I hadnt looked back since I started using it over a year ago.
Sorry for digging up an old post but I had to add my .02, it was bugging me
Matt
