u/Lordkro

Hey r/bee,

Like a lot of you, I’ve gotten tired of chasing paper notes that get ruined in the field or trying to update spreadsheets on my phone with sticky fingers.

Most of the existing apps I’ve tried feel either outdated, way too complicated, or just not built for folks with a few hives in the backyard.

So I’ve been kicking around the idea of a clean, modern web tool made just for hobbyist beekeepers. Nothing crazy, just something that actually makes record-keeping easier.

Basically it would let you:

• See all your hives at a glance with simple color-coded status

• Quickly log inspections, add photos, and jot down notes (works well on mobile)

• Get reminders for varroa checks, feeding, splits, and winter prep

• Keep track of equipment, honey harvests, and basic costs

• Spot trends over time without much hassle

• Pull in local weather and forage info

I’d also want to keep some community aspects like anonymous regional mite reports or a spot to share gear locally.

I know there are already some good apps out there (BeePlus, HiveTracks, etc.), so this wouldn’t try to be everything to everyone. Just a nicer, less clunky experience focused on part-time keepers.

Would any of you actually use something like this?

What’s the biggest pain point with your current setup; paper, spreadsheets, or the apps you’ve tried?

What features would make it worth switching to?

Especially curious from people with 1-10 hives or anyone who’s given up on other tools.

If enough people are interested I’ll throw together an MVP and open a waitlist. Appreciate any honest feedback — this community is great.

Thanks! 🐝