# Plates: Protein Tracker — AI Photo Calorie Counter

> AI-powered calorie and macro tracker with photo, voice, and barcode input. (iPhone/iPad app by OpenHealth Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plates-protein-tracker/id6756692818 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [OpenHealth Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1862360920)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 87 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plates-protein-tracker/id6756692818/reviews.md

## What is Plates?

Built for smaller appetites — hit your protein floor, not a calorie ceiling.

Plates is a protein-first tracker for anyone whose appetite has gotten smaller — after starting a weight-loss medication, recovering from a surgery, or just naturally eating less than you used to. Instead of a calorie number to stay under, you get a protein floor: a daily minimum that protects your muscle while you eat what you can.

WHAT'S INSIDE
• Protein floor ring — see today's protein at a glance, with exactly how much is left to hit your floor
• Daily appetite check-in — tell us how today feels, and suggestions stay gentle on low-appetite days
• Portion quick-adjust — log a partial meal in one tap (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%) instead of guessing grams
• Every meal shows the bridge to your floor: "You're at 62/90g — 28g to go"
• Weekly floor view — see how many days you hit your floor. Weight moves day to day; your floor is what protects muscle
• Photo, voice & barcode logging — free, every day
• Nutrition data powered by USDA FoodData Central
• Syncs with Apple Health

No red numbers. No guilt trips. Calories are still here — just not the main event.

General guidance, not medical advice. If you're on medication, post-surgery, or managing a condition, review your targets with your clinician.

Plates Plus (optional subscription, coming soon)
Logging by photo, voice and barcode, your protein floor, your daily ring and basic trends are free. Plates Plus will add personalized guidance toward your floor and a weekly summary you can share with your care team. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel in your device's subscription settings.

Terms of Use: https://openhealth-plates.web.app/terms.html
Privacy Policy: https://openhealth-plates.web.app/privacy.html

## Key features

- 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

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plates-protein-tracker/id6756692818/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Don’t use the ai

*2026-07-10*

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

## Frequently asked questions about Plates

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2026-08-20

Stability release.

• Fixed the app's most common crash — it could strike while an ad was loading in the background.
• Fixed a crash when tapping back at the very start of setup, and another when re-tapping the You tab.
• Your first log of the day now gets a warmer, clearer response, starting with what you've already logged.
• The evening reminder now defaults to 5:30 PM.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-08-15

A smoother start, and a floor that counts every time you hit it.

• New setup: you now get your protein floor before you start logging, so the ring means something from your very first meal.
• Fixed: hitting your floor is recorded even when you log late at night, or fill in yesterday afterwards.
• Groundwork for an optional subscription arriving later. Logging by photo, voice and barcode stays free — that isn't changing.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-08-08

Plates 2.0 — a full rebirth around your protein floor, not a calorie ceiling.

• New protein floor ring for your daily minimum
• Appetite check-ins that keep suggestions gentle on low-appetite days
• One-tap portion quick-adjust (25–100%) for partial meals
• A visible bridge from every meal to your floor
• Weekly floor view alongside Trends

Photo, voice, and barcode logging remain free. Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-04-10

Faster meal analysis - photos now analyze instantly without waiting for ads. Improved ad loading reliability. Stability improvements and bug fixes for a smoother experience.

### 1.0.6 — 2026-02-11

• Improved app stability and performance
• Enhanced user experience with smoother navigation
• Bug fixes and minor improvements
• Updated store listing to better highlight key features

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