About
Tortoise - Keep Tracking is a dedicated mobile app built for tortoise and turtle enthusiasts who want a structured, reliable way to monitor their pets' health and development. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, the app lets owners log essential metrics—weight, plastron (bottom shell), and carapace (top shell) measurements—alongside feeding status and multimedia entries including photos and videos. All recorded data feeds into automatically generated growth charts, giving owners a clear visual picture of how their animal is developing over days, months, and years. Side-by-side photo comparisons make it easy to notice physical changes that numbers alone might not reveal, which is especially helpful for spotting early signs of illness or malnutrition. The multiple-turtle management feature means owners with large collections can maintain separate, well-organized profiles for each animal without mixing up records. A built-in reminder system keeps feeding schedules and measurement sessions on track, reducing the risk of overlooked care tasks. Data can be migrated to a new device using AirDrop, preserving years of recorded history. Tortoise - Keep Tracking is particularly valued by reptile keepers preparing their animals for hibernation, where consistent weight monitoring is critical for safety. The app has been actively maintained since 2016, receiving regular bug fixes and UI improvements. It is a one-time paid purchase at £1.99 with no subscription required, making it an affordable long-term companion for dedicated reptile owners.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Metric Logging: Record weight, plastron (bottom shell), carapace (top shell) measurements, and feeding status with timestamps for each individual turtle.
- Automatic Growth Charts: All recorded data is plotted into visual growth curves so owners can instantly see development trends and flag anomalies.
- Photo & Video Comparison: Capture and store dated photos and videos to track physical changes visually over time, complementing numerical measurements.
- Multiple Turtle Profiles: Create and manage individual profiles for each tortoise or turtle, keeping records neatly separated for households with multiple pets.
- Feeding & Measurement Reminders: Schedule push notifications for feeding times and measurement sessions so no care task is ever overlooked.
Use Cases
- Monitoring a tortoise's weight before and during hibernation to ensure it is healthy enough to safely overwinter.
- Tracking shell growth across months and years to verify a juvenile turtle is developing at a normal rate.
- Maintaining organized health records for a multi-turtle collection without mixing up data between animals.
- Keeping a consistent feeding schedule for a tortoise using timed push notification reminders.
- Building a photographic archive of a pet turtle's physical development to compare shell appearance over time.
Pros
- All-in-One Record Keeping: Combines weight, shell measurements, feeding logs, photos, and videos into a single app, eliminating the need for spreadsheets or paper notes.
- Visual Growth Trends: Auto-generated growth charts make it easy to see long-term development patterns at a glance without manual graphing.
- One-Time Purchase: A single payment of £1.99 with no ongoing subscription makes it an affordable long-term tracking solution.
Cons
- Data Loss Risk: Multiple user reports describe all recorded data disappearing without warning, which is a serious concern for long-term record keepers.
- Calendar Display Bug: The in-app calendar has been reported to show incorrect days of the week, making date selection unreliable.
- Missing Basic Pet Details: The app does not support recording a turtle's date of birth, limiting the depth of lifetime health tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What measurements can I log for my tortoise?
You can log weight, plastron (bottom shell length), carapace (top shell length), feeding status, notes, photos, and videos for each individual turtle.
Can I track more than one tortoise or turtle?
Yes. The app supports multiple turtle profiles, each with its own independent set of records, charts, and reminders.
Is there a free version or trial available?
No. Tortoise - Keep Tracking is a one-time paid purchase at £1.99 on the App Store, with no free tier or in-app subscription.
How do I transfer my data to a new device?
The app supports data migration via AirDrop, allowing you to move your complete history of records to a new iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Which devices are supported?
The app is available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac through the Apple App Store. It is not available on Android or other platforms.
