# ChooseWell: Scan It — Scan it. See who's behind it.

> Scan products and carts for political spending, safety, nutrition, and ownership data. (iPhone/iPad app by Helen Ots.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choosewell-scan-it/id6812126121 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Helen Ots](https://appshunter.io/developer/6812126123)
- Category: Shopping, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-10-24
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choosewell-scan-it/id6812126121/reviews.md

## What is ChooseWell?

ChooseWell turns a barcode into the facts behind a product. Scanning is free, no account, no ads.

• Political involvement — how much the maker gives through its corporate PAC, lobbying and state giving (High / Moderate / Low), the share going to each party, and the candidates it funds, from FEC and state campaign-finance filings. • Safety — flagged ingredients with the reason and where they're banned or restricted (EU, FDA, Prop 65, IARC), plus FDA, USDA and CPSC recalls. • Nutrition — organic, processing level, calories, protein, carbs, fiber and sugar, rated against targets you set yourself. • Reviews — anonymous community ratings, no account needed. • Better alternatives — the most popular products in the same category that rate better, with the reason. • Origin — where it was grown or made, and who ultimately owns the company. • Ownership — small, veteran-, woman- and Black-owned businesses, tagged with a source. • Works for groceries, cosmetics, household goods, books and cars; 9,000+ companies on file.

ChooseWell Pro, at the price you choose ($10, $15, $20 or $50 a year — every price is the same Pro), adds: • Search by name — any product or company, no barcode needed. • Check a cart screenshot — Instacart, DoorDash, Amazon or Walmart, every item scored at a glance. • My Shopping Impact — where the political money behind what you buy actually goes. • Political — officials, candidates and PACs, and the corporate money behind them, in 46 states and New York City.

Data comes from public sources (FEC, state campaign-finance boards, FDA, USDA, CPSC, SEC, Open Food Facts) and is always shown with its source. ChooseWell is not a government app and endorses no party or candidate.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://shopper-assist-api.fly.dev/privacy

## Key features

- Barcode scanning
- Cart screenshot analysis
- Political spending data
- Product safety scores
- Personalized nutrition tracking
- Ownership information
- Alternative product suggestions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro - $10 a year | $10.00 | per year |
| Pro · $15 a year | $15.00 | per year |
| Pro · $20 a year | $20.00 | per year |
| Pro · $50 a year | $50.00 | per year |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Is ChooseWell safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess ChooseWell.

## Is ChooseWell legit?

ChooseWell: Scan It has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for ChooseWell is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choosewell-scan-it/id6812126121/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good to keep informed

*2026-09-28*

It makes it easy to learn about the company behind the products
Highly recommend

**Developer response:** Thank you! That is exactly what it is for: a quick look at who makes the product and what they do with their money. If there is a product or company you scan that comes up short, use "Take photos of the packaging" and I'll look at it.

## Frequently asked questions about ChooseWell

### What information does Shopper Assist provide when I scan a product?

Shopper Assist provides details on the maker's political spending, a safety score based on recalls and ingredients, personalized nutrition information, and ownership details like veteran-owned or woman-owned businesses. Every data point links to its original source for verification.

### Can Shopper Assist analyze my entire shopping cart?

Yes, Shopper Assist can analyze screenshots of your carts from platforms like Instacart, DoorDash, Amazon, or Walmart. It will then provide scores for every item in your cart, including fresh produce and basic food items.

### Does Shopper Assist track my personal information?

No, the app explicitly states that it does not use accounts, ads, or tracking. Your privacy is maintained as you use the service to understand your purchases.

### How does Shopper Assist determine product safety scores?

Safety scores are calculated using data from government recalls and public ingredient watch lists, which are then compared against the actual ingredient list of the product. This provides a comprehensive safety assessment.

### What are the subscription options for Shopper Assist?

Shopper Assist offers both monthly and annual subscription plans. The monthly plan costs $5.99 per month, and the annual plan is $39.99 per year. Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

### Can I use Shopper Assist for companies I can't scan, like airlines or banks?

Yes, you can look up information on companies you cannot scan, such as airlines, banks, insurers, phone carriers, and gas stations. The Political tab specifically details which officials and candidates receive corporate PAC money.

### Is Shopper Assist available on all devices?

Based on the provided data, Shopper Assist is currently supported on iPhones. Information regarding availability on other devices like Android or desktop is not specified.

### How often is Shopper Assist updated?

The app was last updated on October 11, 2026, with version 1.0.7 (56). This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2026-10-24

Every purchase now counts: "Purchased?" asks on each scan, a product you buy again shows "Bought 3×", and your Shopping Snapshot, Home and history tally purchases rather than products. Citrus stickers now explain the post-harvest fungicides and wax that U.S. labels leave out. The tour's Skip button stays clear of the camera cut-out on folding phones.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-10-23

ChooseWell is the new name for Shopper Assist — and scanning is now free. One page to scan or search, floating buttons to get anywhere, charts you tap for the figures, a Shopping Snapshot page, and a Political page that puts officials, candidates and PACs behind one search. Pro members choose their own price.

### 1.0.8 (57) — 2026-10-14

Check a cart now reads store search pages correctly: two-column product grids are read card by card, the brand name stays with each product, and the text printed on product photos is ignored.

### 1.0.7 (56) — 2026-10-11

Check a cart now reads Amazon search results correctly, skipping sponsored tags, prices and ratings so only the product names are checked.
State political data now covers 46 states and cities, with Maine and Montana added and Oregon's 2024 election totals filled in.

### 1.0.6 (55) — 2026-10-10

• Candidates who took no corporate PAC money now say so, on the list and on their page. State and local races show "No corporate money on file."
• Small brands with no public filings now read as what they are: a small private business, not a gap in the data.
• Thousands more state and local candidates added, with what each campaign raised, now covering 44 states.
• Small fixes and faster loading.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-10-24.*