Bobby Approved - Food Scanner

Bobby Approved - Food Scanner

Scan labels, find healthy food

161K ratings
824 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 22, 2021
  • September 15, 2026
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Instantly assess the healthiness of food products by scanning barcodes. This app highlights harmful ingredients and provides explanations for their potential health impacts, helping you make informed grocery shopping decisions.

Scan food barcodes for approval status
Identify and learn about harmful ingredients
Discover healthy product alternatives
Browse products by store
Explore a database of over 100 flagged ingredients
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What's New in Bobby Approved

1.3.7

September 15, 2026

Scanner improvements

Charts

Top Free

📉 102-3

Food & Drink

This app dropped -3 positions in Food & Drink chart.

Last updated on September 17, 2026.

User reviews

Genuinely Healthier

The Bobby Approved app has honestly been a game changer for me. It’s helped me become much more aware of what I’m actually putting into my body and has made choosing healthier foods so much easier.

Since using the app, I’ve genuinely gotten into better shape and developed better habits when it comes to nutrition. Instead of guessing whether something is a good choice based on the marketing on the package, I can quickly check it and make a more informed decision.

It’s simple, educational, and something I actually use regularly. If you’re trying to clean up your diet, make healthier choices, and become more conscious of the ingredients in your food, I definitely recommend giving Bobby Approved a try.
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Too limited

I love the concept, however, 80% of what I Can’t be found, ‘ not rated yet’
I think the app came out too soon

Amazing app

This has truly helped me so much with healthy choices for my kids love this app

Scanner never works

Scanner never works

Best app ever

I love this app because it shows you what’s good for you abd what’s not and even explaining why and listing the ingredients for you. Back one thing I would suggest to make this app even better is to put where to find and how much is the product that Bobby approves. But that’s it 🎉

User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Repeated product listings with conflicting approval status

Bug

Inability to scan certain products

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Provide reasons for non-approved products

Feature

Add ability to create shopping lists

Feature

Improve search functionality

Feature

Expand product coverage, especially for international users

Feature

Include more details on product preparation and recipes

Feature

FAQ

What does the Bobby Approved app do?

The Bobby Approved app allows you to scan food barcodes to instantly determine if a product is considered healthy or not. It highlights potentially harmful ingredients and provides explanations for their health impacts, empowering you to make better purchasing decisions at the grocery store.

How does the app identify harmful ingredients?

The app has a database of over 100 ingredients that have been flagged as potentially harmful, based on scientific studies. These include items like artificial flavors, fake sugars, food dyes, chemical additives, and inflammatory seed oils. When you scan a product, these flagged ingredients are highlighted in red.

Is the Bobby Approved app free to use?

Yes, the Bobby Approved app is completely free to download and use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing users to access its full functionality without any cost.

What if a product is not Bobby Approved?

If a scanned product is not Bobby Approved, the app will provide you with healthy alternatives. This feature helps you discover better options for your dietary needs and preferences directly within the app, making your grocery shopping experience more efficient.

Can I search for specific ingredients or products?

Yes, the app allows you to search for specific products or ingredients directly. You can also browse products by store, which can be helpful if you are looking for approved items at your preferred grocery retailer.