# Food Snitch: Food Scanner — Scan ingredients & food scores

> Barcode scanner for food ingredient analysis and safety scoring. (iPhone/iPad app by Jason Talarski.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/food-snitch-food-scanner/id6760094536 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jason Talarski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1882616363)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/food-snitch-food-scanner/id6760094536/reviews.md

## What is Food Snitch?

FOOD SNITCH — Your Pocket Food Detective

Ever wonder what's really in your food? Food Snitch scans any barcode and instantly tells you what's hiding in the ingredients list.

SCAN ANY BARCODE
Point your camera at any food product barcode. Food Snitch identifies the product and analyzes every single ingredient in seconds.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN
Every ingredient is color-coded:
Green = Safe & natural
• Yellow = Questionable — use caution
•  Red = Harmful — linked to health risks

TAP FOR DETAILS
Tap any harmful ingredient to see exactly WHY it's bad — what diseases it's linked to, what countries have banned it, and what it does to your body.
SNITCH SCORE (0-100)
Every product gets a Snitch Score:
Clean (85-100) — The Snitch approves
•  Decent (70-84) — Pretty good choice
• Sketchy (50-69) — Better options exist
•  Dirty (30-49) — Put it back
•  Toxic (0-29) — Run away

FULL NUTRITION FACTS
See calories, fat, protein, carbs, sodium, and more — per serving AND per 100g for easy comparison.

100% PRIVATE
• No accounts required
• No data collection
• Scan history stays on YOUR device
• Camera data never leaves your phone

POWERED BY OPEN DATA
Food Snitch uses the Open Food Facts database — the world's largest open food product database with over 3 million products.

Stop eating blindly. Start snitching.
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Barcode scanning
- Ingredient analysis
- Color-coded safety ratings
- Detailed ingredient explanations
- Product Snitch Score
- Full nutrition facts
- Private scanning

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Food Snitch Premium | $4.99 | per month |



## Frequently asked questions about Food Snitch

### What is Food Snitch?

Food Snitch is a mobile application that allows you to scan barcodes on food products to instantly analyze their ingredients and receive a safety score. It helps you understand what's hidden in your food and make healthier choices.

### How does Food Snitch rate ingredients?

Food Snitch color-codes ingredients based on their safety: green for safe and natural, yellow for questionable, and red for harmful. Tapping on a harmful ingredient provides detailed information about its risks.

### What is the Snitch Score?

The Snitch Score is a rating from 0-100 that summarizes the overall safety and quality of a food product. Scores range from 'Clean' (85-100) to 'Toxic' (0-29), guiding your purchasing decisions.

### Does Food Snitch require an account?

No, Food Snitch is 100% private and does not require an account. All scan history and camera data stay on your device, ensuring your privacy.

### What data does Food Snitch use?

Food Snitch is powered by the Open Food Facts database, which is the world's largest open food product database, containing over 3 million products.

### What devices is Food Snitch available on?

Food Snitch is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on May 14, 2026, with version 10.

### Is Food Snitch suitable for children?

Food Snitch has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users to learn about food ingredients with adult supervision.

### How accurate is Food Snitch?

Food Snitch relies on the extensive Open Food Facts database. While the app aims for accuracy, user discretion is advised as ingredient information can sometimes vary or be updated.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.12 — 2026-08-11

recalibrated scoring

### 10 — 2026-05-14

Scoring updated and bug fixed.

### 1.0.8 — 2026-04-17

Ingredient changes for health, such as seed oils

### 1.0.7 — 2026-04-10

recommended site to purchase clean products

### 1.0.5 — 2026-04-01

Cleaner ingredient labels — now shows only toxic and questionable ingredients with plain-English explanations. New sugar warning alerts, improved Amazon alternative recommendations, and a polished circular UI throughout.

## Related topics

[little snitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/little-snitch)

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