# Clean Food Scanner - Ellē — Avoid Additives & Eat Healthy

> Scan food products for health scores, ingredient analysis, and healthier alternatives. (iPhone/iPad app by Elle AI, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clean-food-scanner-elle/id6739181297 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Elle AI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784086691)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.81/5 from 572 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 112 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-08-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clean-food-scanner-elle/id6739181297/reviews.md

## What is Clean Food Scanner?

Scan Ingredients. Compare. Eat Smarter.

With Ellē – Smart Food Scanner, you can scan any grocery product to instantly see how healthy it is. Get a science-backed food score based on ingredients, nutrition, additive risks, organic certifications and processing level—and discover healthier alternatives in seconds.

What Makes Ellē Different?

Smarter Food Scoring, Backed by Scientific Research
Not all food labels tell the whole story. Ellē evaluates products using the latest research on food additives, nutrition, and processing levels to help you:

- Spot harmful ingredients – Know if a product contains additives dangerous to your health.
- See through food marketing – Get a clear, unbiased score based on facts, not marketing.
- Compare & choose better options – Find cleaner, healthier alternatives in seconds.

“Ellē helps you make informed choices—without the guesswork.”

 What You Can Do with Ellē

- Scan Any Barcode – Instantly decode food labels & ingredients.
- Get a Smart Food Score – See how a product scores based on nutritional quality, additive risk, level of processing and whether or not it’s organic. 
- Identify Harmful Additives – Avoid ultra-processed foods and unwanted food additives, such as artificial food colors, nitrites, and sulfates. 
- Compare & Discover Better Alternatives – Find cleaner, healthier swaps in seconds.
- Grocery Shopping Made Easy – Know what’s best for your body—before you buy. 


Smart, Personalized Food Insights
Ellē Overview – Your Food Guide, Tailored to You
When you scan a product, Ellē doesn’t just show a score—she explains what it means for you.

- Too much salt or sugar? Get a heads-up before you buy.
- Contains additives linked to health risks? Ellē flags them.
- Looking for a better option? Get instant recommendations.
- Better-For-You Options, Right at Your Fingertips
- Looking to swap out a pantry staple for something healthier? Ellē makes it easy by recommending the best alternatives—similar in taste, better for your body.

Explore top-rated products across popular categories like cereals, frozen meals, snacks, and more. Whether you’re shopping at home or in-store, Ellē helps you choose better.

“Ellē makes healthy eating simple, science-backed, and completely personalized to you.”

 Why Choose Ellē?

- Unbiased & Science-Backed – Our scoring system is built on research studies published in top academic journals such as Nature, British Medical Journal and more. 
- Personalized for You – Get recommendations that match your lifestyle, from dairy-free to vegetarian to low-sodium.
- Save Time & Eat Healthier – Stop second-guessing food labels—Ellē does the work for you.

Download Ellē now and eat with confidence, every time you shop.

Read about our terms of use here: https://www.elle.ai/terms-of-service

If you have any questions about the Ellē app, or just want to drop in and say hello, contact us at support@elle.ai

## Key features

- Scan any barcode for instant ingredient decoding
- Get a smart food score based on nutrition and additives
- Identify harmful or ultra-processed ingredients
- Compare products and discover healthier alternatives
- Receive personalized food insights and recommendations
- Explore top-rated products by category

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elle+ Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Elle+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elle+ Yearly | $15.00 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $35.00 | per year |
| Elle+ Yearly | $25.00 | per year |


## What do users think of Clean Food Scanner?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great user interface and features
- 🚀 Genuinely great health app
- 👍 Friendly user-interface
- 👍 Super easy to use
- 👍 Effective app

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clean-food-scanner-elle/id6739181297/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Info not accurate

*2026-08-26, version 1.3.9*

So far I’ve enjoyed the app, however there are some glitches. Take maple syrup for example. Real 100% maple syrup is just that. Maple syrup which is a type of sugar. For some brands it will say ‘Contains Added Sugar’ but then in the product details section under Sugars it will say, ‘no sugar.’ First off there is no added sugar if it’s 100% maple syrup, but yes, it contains sugar because it IS sugar. So this makes no sense. If you are already an ingredient snob and read labels then I’m not sure this app will be beneficial to you. But I got it for $20 for the entire year so I’ll keep it. But I won’t renew.

### 2/5 — Too many unknown items!

*2026-08-19, version 1.3.9*

I have scanned so many unknown “mystery” items that it’s absurd! If the app is new and learning that’s fine but to charge people for a subscription when clearly it’s still lacking a lot of data on food products is a scam.

### 3/5 — Terrible onboarding

*2026-08-06, version 1.3.9*

The absolute worst experience I’ve ever had just trying to use the app for the first time. I had to click through probably 30 screens of B.S. until it finally made me create an account and forced me to sign up for a plan. Couldn’t even see if I liked the app first. That says to me that you have such low confidence in your product that you have to force a subscription before a try-out. The app itself is pretty nice, but wow that first time user experience left such a bad taste in my mouth that I’m going to uninstall.

### 3/5 — Newbie

*2026-07-27, version 1.3.9*

Just started using the app. So far seems good but again just started will share additional feedback after using the app for a month.

### 1/5 — It’s not free

*2026-07-27, version 1.3.9*

I hate when an app tells you it’s free and the moment you sign up and answer all of their questions they say seven days free and then you have to pay for a subscription. Why can’t they just be transparent from the beginning?

### 1/5 — Not Free

*2026-07-24, version 1.3.9*

Advertised as free, but it isn’t.

### 5/5 — Unbiased Peer Reviewed

*2026-07-21, version 1.3.9*

Finally an App that follows the science

### 1/5 — This is a subscription

*2026-07-16, version 1.3.9*

No where are you informed that this is a free 7 day trial and then a paid subscription until you already signed up and created an account. I immediately deleted once I saw that. Please be up front.

### 5/5 — Simply Honest!

*2026-06-04, version 1.3.4*

Add this app! The questions related to framing the food profile are pertinent. I’m looking forward to bringing Elle to my next Trader Joe’s run!

### 1/5 — It’s a subscription

*2026-04-15, version 1.3.1*

Just be more upfront don’t waste peoples time with all these information and account just to try to charge 40 bucks for the Yuka app

## Frequently asked questions about Clean Food Scanner

### What does the Clean Food Scanner app do?

This app allows you to scan any grocery product's barcode to instantly receive a science-backed health score. It analyzes ingredients, nutritional value, additive risks, organic certifications, and processing levels to help you understand how healthy a product is.

### How does the app score food products?

The app assigns a smart food score based on scientific research into food additives, nutrition, and processing levels. It considers factors like nutritional quality, the risk associated with certain additives, the degree of processing, and whether the product is organic.

### Is the app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases. This means you can access core functionalities for free, with optional premium features or content available for purchase.

### What kind of information does the app provide about ingredients?

The app helps you identify potentially harmful ingredients and ultra-processed foods. It specifically flags unwanted food additives such as artificial food colors, nitrites, and sulfates, and alerts you to excessive salt or sugar content.

### Can the app help me find healthier alternatives?

Yes, the app excels at helping you find better-for-you options. When you scan a product, it can recommend cleaner, healthier swaps that are similar in taste but better for your body, making grocery shopping easier.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.9 — 2026-07-02

- minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.8 — 2026-06-29

- minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.4 — 2026-04-18

- minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.1 — 2026-04-06

- minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.3.0 — 2026-03-30

- minor improvements and bug fixes

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