Scan ingredient lists on food labels to identify allergens. It highlights potential risks with color-coded alerts and provides detailed matching information. Supports multiple languages and custom allergen settings.
3.1
November 2, 2026
- See the words on the label behind each flag - Amber result for "may contain" and for photos with no ingredient list - Import a saved photo or a screenshot from an online shop and crop it - Allergy card in English or German for restaurants - Torch and tap to focus - App now in French, Italian and Spanish - Better reading of German dairy, malt and "kann Spuren" wording
MoreThanks for the honest review and sorry that it took this long. You were right about that result screen. Version 3.0 is a rebuild: you take one photo of the ingredient list, and the result comes up as a clear sheet over it. If you give it another try and have any more suggestions or problems, please check out dtect.app/contact.
dtect uses text recognition to read the printed ingredient list on food labels. It flags allergens in red for direct matches and amber for 'may contain' statements, showing the specific words that triggered the alert.
dtect has 14 EU allergens built-in, which you can customize or switch off. It also allows you to add your own specific allergens and set them to 'Alert' or 'Caution' levels.
Yes, dtect recognizes allergens on labels in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, and Spanish. The app itself is also available in these languages.
No, dtect reads the label directly, so it does not rely on a barcode or product database. This means it works offline and is suitable for imported goods or store-brand products.
dtect has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children. The app helps users identify allergens but always advises users to check the packaging themselves.
The latest version of dtect is 3.1, and it was last updated on November 2nd, 2026. Updates typically include improvements to text recognition and allergen databases.
No, dtect collects no analytics and never uploads your photos or scans. All processing is done on your iPhone, ensuring user privacy. It only requests camera access for scanning and Photos access if you save an allergy card image.
The nutrition table feature displays nutrition information per 100g, 100ml, or serving. You can set your own thresholds and color bands to easily compare nutritional values against your dietary needs.
