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NHS Food Scanner

NHS Food Scanner

by Department of Health and Social Care (Digital)

1.1K ratings
72 reviews

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 19, 2016
  • March 26, 2026

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Department of Health and Social Care (Digital)
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Scan barcodes on food and drink to reveal their sugar, salt, and fat content. Visualize nutrients with augmented reality or 3D models to make healthier choices for your family.

✓Barcode scanning for food and drink
✓Nutrient information (sugar, salt, fat)
✓Augmented reality visualization
✓3D nutritional models
✓Healthier food choice guidance
✓Continuous data improvement
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What's New in NHS Food Scanner

4.0.1

March 26, 2026

This update includes minor bug fixes and internal improvements to enhance stability and performance of the Food Scanner app

User reviews

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Tried it.

I wish it recognised more items.
MykylMykyl

NHS Food Scanner

Really good shows. Better options for bad food must try
Luna 357Luna 357

Great idea but doesn’t scan

Downloaded this app after attending an NHS group for diabetes. I can search items but the scanner doesn’t work. I have tried switching phone off and on, deleting and reinstalling app but it just doesn’t scan. I’m using an iPhone 16 Pro
MimimushroomMimimushroom

This app is a joke! Doesn’t have the most common food on it! Waste of time

This app is a joke! Doesn’t have the most common food on it! Waste of time
AnnaFartaAnnaAnnaFartaAnna

Great idea but buggy

I’ve lost over 3st so far on the NHS Weight Loss app and active 10s app on my iPhone 16 so thought I’d download this. Managed to scan 1 product, checked out a swap then it froze and the phone froze and strobed! Could not exit app so I had to delete and reload the app again. Scanned a different item and had the same issue.
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FAQ

What is NHS Food Scanner?

NHS Food Scanner is a free application that allows you to scan barcodes on food and drink products to see their nutritional content, such as sugar, salt, and fat. It aims to help you and your family make healthier food and drink choices.

How does NHS Food Scanner work?

You simply find a food or drink barcode and scan it using the app. The app will then quickly display what's inside, including visualizations of nutrients like sugar cubes, salt sachets, and fat lumps.

Does NHS Food Scanner use augmented reality?

Yes, NHS Food Scanner uses augmented reality to bring to life what's inside your food and drink. If your device doesn't support ARCore, it will show a 3D scenario instead so you don't miss out.

Where does NHS Food Scanner get its nutrient data?

The nutrient data in NHS Food Scanner is supplied by Brand Bank and Food Switch. The app is based on the most widespread data available and is continuously being improved with more products added.

How is nutritional information presented in NHS Food Scanner?

The app shows the number of sugar cubes, sat fat lumps, and salt sachets based on grams per pack/100g/ml/portion. For reference, one sugar cube equals 4 grams, one sat fat lump equals 1 gram, and one salt sachet equals 0.5 grams.

Is NHS Food Scanner available on all devices?

The app's functionality, particularly augmented reality features, may have certain limitations depending on your device. However, a 3D scenario will be shown if ARCore is not supported, ensuring a similar experience.

How often is NHS Food Scanner updated?

The latest version is 4.0.1, last updated on March 26, 2026. The developers are continuously working to improve the functionality and add more products to the app.

What is the user rating for NHS Food Scanner?

NHS Food Scanner has a strong user rating of 4.2 stars from 1,121 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment and satisfaction with its features.