# PoolBuddy: Pool Log & Tracker > Easy pool logging. Track pH, chlorine, test strips & keep a pool diary. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy) ## Overview - **ID:** `earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Early Owl Software - **Category:** HOUSE\_AND\_HOME - **Downloads:** 9 - **Version:** 1.1.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-05 - **First published:** 2026-07-16 - **Publisher country:** DE - **Size:** 28 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-06 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy) - **Website:** [https://www.siekmoeller.com](https://www.siekmoeller.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://siekmoeller.com/poolbuddy/privacy.html](https://siekmoeller.com/poolbuddy/privacy.html) ## Description Keep your pool crystal clear and perfectly balanced with PoolBuddy!

PoolBuddy is the ultimate pool diary and water chemistry logbook designed for pool owners. Whether you have an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor pool, a hot tub, or a spa, PoolBuddy helps you track all essential pool measurements and maintenance tasks in one place.

Say goodbye to complicated spreadsheets and confusing paper logs. With PoolBuddy, logging your pool values and monitoring your pool water chemistry becomes quick, easy, and stress-free.

⭐ HIGHLIGHT FEATURES ⭐

• TEST STRIP & COLOR SCANNER
Tired of guessing the colors on your pool test strips or liquid test kits? Take a photo or upload an image, select the color, and PoolBuddy will match it to your reference values automatically.

• FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE WATER TRACKING
You decide what matters! Highlight and track only what is important to you. PoolBuddy allows you to define your own custom parameters and values so you can log exactly what you want—whether it's water temperature, salt levels, active oxygen, or filter pressure. Choose from templates or build your own custom setup:
- pH Level
- Free Chlorine
- Total Chlorine
- Alkalinity
- Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer)
- Plus, define and configure any custom parameters you want to log!

• ACTIVE CHLORINE EFFICACY CALCULATOR
Ensure your pool is safe and sanitized. Enter the pH value (use the template), and PoolBuddy will show you the chlorine's effectiveness.

• POOL MAINTENANCE DIARY
Keep a complete history of your pool activities. Log tasks such as:
- Pool cleaning & vacuuming
- Backwashing & filter cleaning
- Chemical additions (with exact amounts in grams or ounces)
- Add custom notes to track weather, water clarity, or equipment maintenance.

• POWERFUL CHARTS & TRENDS
Visualize your pool's health over time. Use beautiful line and bar charts to spot trends, monitor minimum/maximum values, and check what percentage of your measurements stay within the ideal range.

• CALENDAR OVERVIEW
Get an instant monthly overview. Choose your most important measurement and display its value directly on your calendar tiles for a quick overview.

• SECURE CLOUD SYNC & BACKUP (Subscription Required)
Never lose your pool history. Sign in with Google to securely sync your data to the cloud. Perfect for backing up your logs or accessing them across multiple devices. *Note: Cloud synchronization and online backup require an active subscription.*

• 100% LOCAL & FREE TO USE (No Subscription Needed)
Want to keep it local? All core features—including logging your measurements, scanning test strips, tracking activities, and viewing charts—work completely offline and are 100% free to use. No subscription, no account, and no hidden fees are required to store and manage your pool data locally on your device. ## Rankings - #2,825,831 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES` - `earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [Pool Tracker Plus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pooltrackerplus.app) — 30 users - [PoolCheck - Pool Water Testing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dashgame.poolcheck) — 14 users - [Pool Dashboard ™](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dbavictel.poolpal) — 22 users - [Poolify](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.poolify.app) — 1 users - [Pool Care+](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.zebdor.android.poolCare) — 48,584 users, 3.05 / 5 - [Pool Water Testing Log](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cpwitts.sofieloaf.pooltestlogging) — 51 users - [Pool Chemical Logbook](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.poolbyengineer.chemicallog) — 154 users - [Bliss Pool](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blisspool_mobile.android) — 1,143 users - [Pooli](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.Pooli) — 64,740 users, 4.38 / 5 - [Poolistry: Pool Calculator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.poolistry) — 2,389 users - [Pool Pulse](https://chrome-stats.com/d/us.valkon.pool) — 16 users - [PoolCare Control: Pools](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.poolcarecontrol.app) — 84 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/earlyowlsoftware.poolbuddy)