Bobby Approved - Food Scanner

Bobby Approved - Food Scanner

Scan labels, find healthy food

155K ratings
782 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 22, 2021
  • April 10, 2026
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner video #1 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #2 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #3 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #4 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #5 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #6 for iPhone
Bobby Approved - Food Scanner screenshot #7 for iPhone
πŸ–ΌοΈGet Icon
Iconsβ†˜οΈŽ

About

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.

βœ“Scan food barcodes for approval status
βœ“Identify and learn about harmful ingredients
βœ“Discover healthy product alternatives
βœ“Browse products by store
βœ“Explore a database of over 100 flagged ingredients
Show original description

What users say

See all reviews

What's New in Bobby Approved

1.0.44

April 10, 2026

Performance improvements

Charts

Top Free

πŸ“ˆΒ 75+2

Food & Drink

This app rose +2 positions in Food & Drink chart.

Last updated on August 11, 2026.

User reviews

Inconsistent Results

After reviewing several items, each one was approved and also not approved.

Helps

I suffer from chronic inflammation. My friend turned me onto this app. I can honestly say this is really helped me. Thank you.!

Awesome Information

If you are looking for a quick and easy way to check ingredients in the grocery store, this free app is amazing! Educate yourself on what you are putting into your body!

Healthy ingredients or not?

This app is my go to for deciding what I want to put in my body. Bobby does a great job at explaining the β€˜why’ behind each ingredient that isn’t good for us, so you can decide for yourself if it’s something that you want to consume. He also gives healthy alternatives to the product that you’re considering.
Show more

Awesome app

Such a great app, I love it! I can feel confident that I’m getting the real healthy choice when I shop!

User experience

🐞

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.