About
BeeKeepPal is a purpose-built apiary management platform created by beekeepers for beekeepers. It centralizes every aspect of running a beekeeping operation into one simple, intuitive interface available on both web and mobile — with offline support so you can record inspections right in the field without a data connection. At its core, BeeKeepPal lets you digitally log detailed beehive inspections and uses that data to surface smart recommendations — alerting you when it's time to split a hive, replace a queen, or take pre-emptive action against pests like the Varroa mite. You can manage multiple apiaries, track individual hives (including their queen, components, and history), and monitor year-over-year production of honey, beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly. Beyond inspections, BeeKeepPal includes financial tracking to measure the profitability of your operation, task scheduling with email reminders, an equipment library, and team collaboration for up to 4 users on the Pro Team plan. The platform is designed to be approachable for complete beginners while offering the depth that experienced or commercial beekeepers need. Pricing is transparent: a free Hobbyist tier supports up to 2 hives with 20 inspections, while Pro plans (monthly or annual) unlock unlimited apiaries, hives, inspections, and premium support. A Pro Team plan enables shared management across small beekeeping teams.
Key Features
- Digital Hive Inspection Records: Log detailed beehive inspections on web or mobile — even offline — and export inspection history at any time.
- Data-Driven Recommendations: BeeKeepPal analyzes your inspection data to recommend when to split a hive, replace a queen, or act against Varroa mite infestations.
- Production & Financial Tracking: Record honey, beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly production per hive and track revenue and expenses to measure profitability year over year.
- Task Scheduling with Email Reminders: Create and schedule apiary tasks with due-date email reminders so nothing falls through the cracks.
- Multi-Apiary & Team Management: Manage unlimited apiaries and hives (on paid plans) with GPS map coordinates, and collaborate with up to 3 teammates on the Pro Team plan.
Use Cases
- A hobbyist beekeeper with 1-2 hives uses the free plan to digitally log inspections and receive reminders about upcoming apiary tasks.
- A semi-commercial beekeeper manages multiple apiaries across different locations, tracking GPS coordinates, hive production, and year-over-year honey yield comparisons.
- A small beekeeping business tracks revenue and expenses per hive to measure profitability and make data-informed decisions about expanding or retiring hives.
- A new beekeeper uses BeeKeepPal's data-driven recommendations to learn when to split a hive or replace a queen, compensating for limited hands-on experience.
- A beekeeping cooperative with multiple members uses the Pro Team plan to share hive management responsibilities and maintain a shared inspection history.
Pros
- Built by beekeepers for beekeepers: The feature set and UX are tailored specifically to real beekeeping workflows, making it far more relevant than generic farm management tools.
- Offline-capable mobile app: Record inspections in the field without a data connection — essential when apiaries are in remote locations.
- Generous free tier: The Hobbyist plan is free forever and covers up to 2 hives, making it accessible for beginners with no upfront cost.
- Transparent, affordable pricing: Pro plans start at just $5.99/month with an annual option that saves 20%, keeping it affordable for small-scale producers.
Cons
- Very niche use case: BeeKeepPal is purpose-built for beekeeping — it has no value outside of apiary management and cannot be repurposed for other agricultural operations.
- Free plan is limited: The Hobbyist tier caps at 2 hives and 20 inspections, which most growing beekeepers will outgrow quickly.
- Team collaboration is limited: The Pro Team plan supports a maximum of 4 users total, which may not be sufficient for larger commercial beekeeping operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BeeKeepPal free to use?
Yes, BeeKeepPal offers a free Hobbyist plan that supports up to 1 apiary, 2 beehives, and 20 inspections with unlimited task scheduling. Paid Pro plans start at $5.99/month for unlimited access.
Does BeeKeepPal work without an internet connection?
Yes, the BeeKeepPal mobile app supports offline use, allowing you to record hive inspections in the field without needing a data connection. Data syncs when you're back online.
What platforms does BeeKeepPal support?
BeeKeepPal is available as a web application and as a mobile app for both iOS and Android devices.
Can I use BeeKeepPal with a team?
Yes, the Pro Team Annual plan allows up to 4 people to collaboratively manage apiaries, hives, inspections, products, suppliers, and customers together.
What kind of recommendations does BeeKeepPal provide?
Based on your recorded inspection data, BeeKeepPal will alert you when it may be time to split a hive, replace a queen, or take preventative measures against pests such as the Varroa mite.
