Don’t use the ai
It works well, but the ai isn’t there yet, on any calorie app. This app is free and it makes a great food log. One of the days will glitch sometimes and bit show the totals, but it serves its purpose
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Effortlessly track your calorie and macro intake using AI-powered photo, voice, or barcode scanning. This free app utilizes the USDA food database for accurate nutrition information, helping you achieve your health goals.
✓AI-powered photo food recognition
✓Voice input for meal logging
✓Barcode scanner for packaged foods
✓USDA food database integration
✓Macro tracking (calories, protein, carbs, fat)
✓Syncs with Apple Health
✓Intuitive and visually appealing design
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What's New in Plates
2.5.0
September 28, 2026
Changes to a saved meal, such as a new amount, are saved when you tap Confirm. Home now shows today's calories, protein, carbs and fat first, with your meals below. Plates now asks before sending a meal photo or voice recording for AI analysis, and food search asks separately before sending your search text. You can change both in Settings. Fixed voice logging on iPhone, which could fail with "Could not analyze your voice input."
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Does Plates have ads?
Yes, Plates contains advertisements. It shows occasional rewarded ads to keep the app free, allowing users to watch a short video to unlock premium AI analysis at no cost.
Is Plates free to use?
Yes, Plates is 100% free with no subscription required. All features are available without any limits, and the app is supported by occasional rewarded ads.
What is the accuracy of Plates' calorie tracking?
Plates uses the trusted USDA FoodData Central database for accurate calorie counts and nutrition data, the same source relied upon by nutritionists and health professionals.
Can Plates track macros?
Yes, Plates allows you to track calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fat at a glance, with daily nutrition goals and progress tracking.
Does Plates sync with other health apps?
Plates can connect with Apple Health to automatically sync your weight data, providing a comprehensive view of your health journey alongside your nutrition tracking.
How often is Plates updated?
The latest version of Plates is 1.3.0, and it was last updated on April 10, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and features.
What devices does Plates support?
Plates is available for iPhone and iPod devices, making it accessible for users within the Apple ecosystem.
What age rating does Plates have?
Plates has an age rating of 4+, meaning it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content inappropriate for children.
