Generally good
Response from developer
Thanks for this review. We will be releasing a major upgrade with new easier-to-uses interface and on-screen help files in the next week or so and this also ensures all type can be easily read in dark mode.
You have to add to much
Response from developer
The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and then see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward.
Great App
Response from developer
Many thanks for this review. Great to hear the barcode reader is proving easy, quick, and accurate.
Helpful
Response from developer
Many thanks for your feedback and we're very pleased you find the app helpful. We like your request for a symptom tracker within the app and will investigate the best way to do this. It will be included in a free update soon.
Bar code scanner
Response from developer
We redesigned the barcode scanning screen in February 2024 to improve its functionality on all iPhones including mini iPhones.
Useless application,
Waisted money
Response from developer
The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
John
Response from developer
Many thanks John. We're pleased you're finding the tool very helpful. We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. This is why we also provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users in countries other than the United States or Canada can find a best fit, and also an "Add food' option to add in your own foods where you know the potassium content.
Waste of Time
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Better than nothing
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Worst app I’ve ever paid for
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Worlds worst app
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
No potassium counts
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Difficult but helpful
I’d like to see them add a goal intake. My mom has renal trouble and needs her intake below 2000 per day. I should be able to set this do she sees in red when she goes over. Or at least the line would be lower. This would be a great feature.
Since this is the only app I’ve found, I’ll try to work with this. But I’m dealing with an 80 year old and hoping it’s not too difficult to teach her.
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Horrible
Response from developer
We have now added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. This is why we also provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users in countries other than the United States or Canada can find a best fit. We constantly improve the app as new technologies evolve and new information becomes available. Once you have bought the app, you get free upgrades, you are not required to register, your data are not collected, additional payments are not required and there is no advertising. We also include App Previews on the App Store to provide guidance on how to use the Settings tab to set your desired target daily intake, preferred units for weights (g or ounces) and for amounts of nutrient (in terms of weight or % daily target) per serving and per weight unit, and how to record your intake by dictation, search and favoriting. This guidance is also provided in the "How to use the app" instructions included with the app. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Waste of money
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Poor app
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Problem
Now, when I type in a food to add, a dark bar comes down from the text box and obscures the selection of what I am typing.
Can you fix this please?
Helen
Response from developer
Many thanks Helen. As you are aware there was a bug, which was fixed soon after your review.
Poor app
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Useless
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Useless
Second: When an item is “searched”, eg “bread” several choices are listed but the app only supplies potassium for one of those items so why tease us wi 4 other choices.
Third: Not at all intuitive to use. Who would know to tap on “count” to get to other instructions. Very confusing to use.
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide potassium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily potassium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see potassium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
