About
RepTool is a comprehensive reptile management application built for both hobbyist keepers and professional breeders. Whether you manage a single pet or thousands of animals, RepTool eliminates paper records by centralizing all the critical data you need — from feeding schedules and shedding dates to cleaning logs and animal health notes. The app includes a powerful Collection Manager where you can log each animal with details like weight, morph, lineage, and care history. A simplified Genetic Calculator lets you plan breeding projects using your own animals or by manually selecting individual genes and morph names, giving you instant probability outcomes. The Browse Morphs tool keeps you up to date on the latest genetics and morph names in the trade, complete with photos contributed by the community. New reptile owners benefit from built-in caresheets for supported species, helping ensure pets stay healthy and happy. Breeders can even submit their own photos and descriptions to gain visibility within the RepTool community, with citations back to their websites. RepTool supports 21 reptile species — including ball pythons — and continues to grow through a community-driven database. The app loads across multiple devices, making it ideal for shop environments. Developed by Drew Fairchild of Cold Blooded Studios, RepTool has earned a perfect 5-star rating from its users for its depth of features and responsive developer support.
Key Features
- Collection Manager: Log and track all your reptiles with details including weight, morph, lineage, feeding history, shedding dates, and cleaning schedules.
- Genetic Calculator: Plan breeding projects using animals from your collection or by selecting individual genes and morph names to get instant genetic probability outcomes.
- Browse Morphs: Stay current with the latest reptile genetics and morph names in the trade, complete with community-submitted photos and breeder citations.
- Species Caresheets: Built-in care guides for supported reptile species help new keepers ensure their animals are healthy and properly cared for.
- Community-Driven Database: Supports 21 reptile species and grows through user-submitted morphs and photos, with breeder attribution included.
Use Cases
- A reptile breeder managing hundreds of animals uses RepTool to log feeding, shedding, and cleaning schedules, replacing error-prone paper records.
- A ball python collector uses the Genetic Calculator to plan pairings and predict the morph outcomes of upcoming clutches.
- A new reptile owner references the built-in caresheets to learn proper husbandry practices for their first pet snake or lizard.
- A reptile shop uses RepTool across multiple iPads on the shop floor to keep staff informed about each animal's care history.
- A breeder submits their morph photos to the RepTool database to gain community recognition and drive traffic back to their website.
Pros
- Completely Free: RepTool is available at no cost on the App Store, making it accessible to hobbyists and professional breeders alike.
- All-in-One Management: Replaces paper records entirely by centralizing feeding logs, shed tracking, weight history, genetics, and breeding planning in one app.
- Responsive Developer Support: The developer actively responds to user feedback and updates the app with requested features, earning a perfect 5-star rating.
- Multi-Device Support: Works across iPhone and iPad simultaneously, making it practical for use in a reptile shop or breeding facility.
Cons
- Limited Species Coverage: Currently supports 21 reptile species; keepers of less common species may find their animals are not yet included.
- Morph Database Gaps: Some niche or newly developed morphs (especially ball python variants) may be missing, requiring manual entry or user submission for approval.
- iOS Only: The app is designed for iPhone and iPad; there is no native Android version, and macOS support is unverified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RepTool free to use?
Yes, RepTool is completely free to download and use on iPhone and iPad via the Apple App Store.
How many reptile species does RepTool support?
RepTool currently supports 21 reptile species, with new species being added over time through a community-driven database.
Can I use RepTool to plan breeding projects?
Yes. RepTool includes a Genetic Calculator that lets you select animals from your collection or manually input genes and morph names to generate breeding outcome probabilities.
Can I submit my own morph photos or descriptions?
Yes. RepTool allows breeders to submit their own pictures and descriptions for community approval, with citations back to their website included.
How do I request a new morph or species be added?
You can submit new morphs directly from the Browse Morphs section of the app, or contact the developer at [email protected] or via Instagram @reptoolapp.
