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Hydration · Updated 2026-04-05

WaterMinder Review (2026)

No-frills, one-time-purchase water tracker.

7.6 / 10
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Portrait of Hana YamamotoWritten byHana YamamotoMindfulness & Behavior-Change Editor, MA, Clinical PsychologyPortrait of Dr. Maya OstrowskiReviewed byDr. Maya OstrowskiHead of Nutrition Research, PhD, Nutritional Sciences
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WaterMinder is what you want when you just want to track water and not be asked for a credit card every year. Plain, effective, $5.

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What are the pros and cons of WaterMinder?

What we love

  • No subscription
  • Apple Watch + widgets

What we don't

  • Plain UI

How much does WaterMinder cost and what is included?

One-time
$4.99
Full app

Should you use WaterMinder? Our recommendation

Use WaterMinder if you…

  • Hate subscriptions
  • Want a minimal tracker

Skip WaterMinder if you…

  • Want gamification

What are the best alternatives to WaterMinder?

Waterllama

More delightful, costs a few dollars more long-term.

Read the Waterllama review →
Plant Nanny

If you respond to gamification.

Read the Plant Nanny review →

Frequently asked questions

Is $4.99 really the full price?
Yes — one-time, no in-app purchases that matter.