# The Celiac App — user reviews > 53 indexed App Store user reviews of The Celiac App by The Celiac Space LLC, rated 4.40/5 from 90 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-celiac-app/id6445896529/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-celiac-app/id6445896529.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 75 · 4★ 1 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 1 · 1★ 13 ## What do users think of The Celiac App? Overall sentiment: mostly positive **Pros** - 👍 Easy to use and understand - 💡 Great resource for celiac disease - 📚 Comprehensive information - ✅ Helps with label reading - 🍽️ Useful for dining out - ✈️ Helpful for travel - 🧠 Expert-backed information - 😌 Reduces overwhelm and stress - 🛒 Aids grocery shopping - 💖 Empowers users - 🌟 Highly recommended - 💯 Game changer for celiacs - ✅ Reliable and trustworthy info - ✨ Makes life easier - 👍 Well-designed and thoughtful **Cons** - 💸 Expensive subscription - 🚫 Limited free content - ⚠️ Concerns about restaurant recommendations - 🤔 Confusing to navigate - 💳 Auto-renewal issues - ❌ App not working - 🔒 Login/password issues - 💰 Perceived as a money grab **Commonly reported bugs** - App not working/downloading issues - Subscription issues - Login/password problems - Automatic premium subscription charges - Difficult to cancel subscription **Most requested features** - More free content - Improved restaurant recommendations - Better explanation of cross-contamination risks at fast-food chains - More language options for dining cards ## Newest reviews (12 of 53) ### 5/5 — Game Changer *2023-12-04, version 0.0.35* This app has been a game changer for me. I refer to the app weekly whether I’m looking up a product or out to eat at a restaurant. So helpful! ### 5/5 — Extremely helpful *2023-12-04, version 0.0.35* Diagnosed three years ago, and while I can find the information I need it is so convenient to have it all in one place! I highly recommend this app for anyone with celiac or gluten sensitivities. ### 5/5 — Makes having Celiac feel less overwhelming *2023-12-04* So thankful I found this app when I was newly diagnosed with Celiac. From tips to having a shared kitchen to medication to eating out, it’s helped me not feel fearful but empowered! One of the first apps I’ve ever paid for the premium subscription. ### 5/5 — Amazing resource *2023-12-04* I felt lost when my son was first diagnosed with celiac. This app has truly been an amazingly helpful resource for our family. It’s thorough and well thought out. So, it’s super user friendly. I highly recommend it for anyone with celiac. ### 5/5 — Best app *2023-12-04, version 0.0.35* This is by far the best app for navigating the lifestyle change of a new Celiac diagnosis. ### 5/5 — Game Changer for Celiacs *2023-12-04, version 0.0.35* This app is literally a game changer if you suffer from Celiac disease. So many useful resources all organized in one place! ### 5/5 — My go-to resource *2023-12-04, version 0.0.35* The Celiac App has been my primary resource for navigating celiac disease. It’s been immeasurably helpful to have a trusted go to resource with me at all times. It’s well worth the annual $60. ### 5/5 — Excellent information *2023-09-05* I am inspired to be more adventurous in dining out with the knowledge I receive from The Celiac App. What I really like about the App is the Dining Guide. It consist of content such as principles of dining out, tips for ordering and what food or condiments to be aware of in certain cuisines. Thank you for allowing me to embrace and navigate my social life with less restrictions. ### 5/5 — Best App for those with Celiac Disease *2023-09-05* The Celiac App is amazing! For someone with Celiac Disease (or for those who care for someone with Celiac), this app is a constant companion, helping to navigate this disease. From labeling reading, to shopping, to eating out, and more, you have answers at your fingertips 24/7. The app also helps you gain confidence to lead a gluten-free life in a gluten-free world. Erin and the Celiac Space team have done an incredible job - and they continue to do so with continuous additions and updates! ### 5/5 — Great app for all *2023-09-05* This app is great for someone new to Celiac or a seasoned veteran. There is a great baseline of information, cheat sheets on how to order food out, product list, etc. It is nice to have when you might need a little support or reminder on how to go about something. ### 5/5 — The best!! *2023-09-05, version 0.0.31* Has helped me so much since diagnosis. Erin is so helpful. 10/10 recommend! ### 5/5 — great for chain restaurants *2023-09-05, version 0.0.31* My favorite part is the step-by-step guide for how to order at major chains like Five Guys, Chipotle, etc and be safe. It's really helped me branch out and try new dining experiences. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — I’m so tired of the gluten tax *2026-01-29, version 2.6.1* I already have to pay way more for my food… now you want me to pay to use what should be a resource. Not going to happen. ### 1/5 — APP DOES NOT WORK! *2025-03-17, version 1.0.11* The APP DOES NOT WORK! I have Downloaded it 3 times… It will NOT allow me to subscribe to 1 of the monthly subscription programs.. It will NOT show me ALL of the lists to look over! SUPPOSEDLY offers a free trial + subscription options BUT NEITHER 1 WORKS! I was going to suggest & recommend the app to friends & family members BUT I NO LONGER WILL BE! ### 1/5 — Not user friendly *2025-02-24, version 1.0.11* Very difficult to navigate. Signed up and already want to cancel. Very difficult to cancel. I think it is a scam. ### 1/5 — Charged but can’t get in *2024-09-04, version 1.0.9* I have a paid membership and passwords don’t work. I reset says no account, although email to reset comes to my email address. Very upset. Requesting refund ### 1/5 — Don’t get it. *2024-04-10, version 0.1.5* This app automatically signed me up for premium and started charging me 6.99 a month. Garbage ### 1/5 — Caution advised for restaurant information *2023-12-11* The app's major shortcoming lies in its approach to recommending restaurants for people with celiac disease. Including fast-food chains like Chipotle, Wendy's, and Five Guys is misleading and, frankly, an insult to those who require stringent gluten-free environments. These establishments, while popular, are notorious for their high risk of cross contamination, which can have severe health consequences for individuals with celiac disease. Cross contamination is not a minor issue; it's a matter of serious health concern. The casual manner in which this app addresses it is alarming. The recommendations seem to disregard the fundamental needs of its target audience, thereby providing dangerously inaccurate information. They should be educated as to why they should be avoided, and all the things that can and do go wrong trying to order fast food as a celiac at these establishments. I had hoped this app would be a beacon of support, guiding users to safe dining experiences. Instead, it feels like a misguided attempt that trivializes the seriousness of celiac disease. It's imperative for the developers to understand that when it comes to health, accuracy and safety cannot be compromised. Revising the restaurant recommendations to include truly gluten-free establishments is crucial. Instead of promoting fast food places you should be exposing the false hope they give to new celiacs trying to navigate their disease. Asking restaurant employees for a gluten free bun or just changing their gloves does not make you safe. In its current form, I cannot recommend this app to others in the celiac community. I urge the developers to take this feedback seriously and make significant changes. Accurate information and safe dining options are not just preferences; they are necessities. Five Guys, Wendy’s, and Chipotle, amongst many others come with severe risks and promoting them in any way other than that is a danger to the community. **Developer response:** We appreciate feedback and are committed to keeping everyone safe. Our goal is to empower users with the knowledge and tools to make safe & informed decisions when dining out. While I understand your concerns about cross-contact, we also believe in providing guidance on how to navigate these situations. There is no restaurant, regardless of its dedication to gluten-free options, that can guarantee 100% safety. Our approach is to educate people on the questions to ask and the precautions to take. Living with celiac disease shouldn't mean living in a bubble. It's about understanding the risks and being able to navigate them in a safe, educated manner. ### 1/5 — Yeah trash. *2023-09-13, version 0.0.31* Yeah, you have to pay for this crap to access info on anything beyond the basic first course of being gluten free. Good job on finding a niche to exploit. ### 2/5 — If you don’t pay you get nothing *2024-08-23* Honestly was hoping to have an app that could help me. Especially for the medication and groceries side of things since I don’t go to the restaurant often and they only do restaurants in the U.S. anyway. Being gluten free is already so expensive and as a college student I don’t have the money to afford a subscription. All I have access to is knowing what at California kitchen and Cava is gluten free or how to asks restaurants if the food is gluten free. If you don’t pay you only get the coeliac card in English for restaurants (thanks but I mostly need it for travelling in countries that don’t understand English well) And unless the only food you need to buy are cough drops, candies, bars, beer or baking supplies you need to pay for the rest. Although I will admit the form to email to hotels to ask them about gluten free options is helpful but you can’t acces the transport or planning option in the travel section. They say you won’t need to use google anymore but put 85% of the information is locked behind a pay wall ( 27 free options out of 170) Maybe my expectations for this app were too high but I’m honestly disappointed. All this information can be found on google for free. I wad just happy to find all this free information in one place for easy access but i have to pay 80$ a year or 10$ a month for it. Over all not worth it and very disappointed. ### 5/5 — The Best Celiac App *2026-04-08* My daughter was diagnosed with celiac in November 2024 and this app has really helped put my mind at ease. It’s easy to use and truly helps you learn how to correctly read labels on products. If something isn’t listed you can always ask Celia or send in a question. I find myself constantly referring back to it and it’s worth every penny in my opinion. I also love the updated articles as well as the list of candies that are safe during holidays. Prior to this I had tried the FIG app and I was so overwhelmed and confused on what was “actually safe” that I switched to the celiac app and I’m never going back. ### 5/5 — I love this app! *2025-05-14* Even though I don’t have celiac disease myself, I’ve seen how challenging it can be for people who do—and The Celiac App is honestly such a great resource. It’s packed with helpful, easy-to-understand info about living gluten-free, and it takes so much of the guesswork out of things like grocery shopping and eating out. One of the most useful parts is the dining section—it gives clear advice on how to navigate restaurant menus, plus tips for talking to staff about gluten-free needs. There are even dining cards in different languages, which is amazing if you’re traveling. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just looking for reliable gluten-free tools, this app really makes things easier and less stressful. It’s a thoughtful, well-designed resource that I’d recommend to anyone navigating celiac disease or supporting someone who is. ## Most praised reviews (8 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Less overwhelm/more confidence *2025-05-07, version 1.0.11* It’s abundantly clear that so much thought and care was put into this app. It takes the overwhelm out of eating GF! ### 5/5 — SO much knowledge in an app *2025-05-06, version 1.0.11* Erin is by far the most trusted dietitian I’ve known. Knowing she downloaded her brain into this app is a no brainer to me! Such great resources! ### 5/5 — Makes life easy! *2025-05-06, version 1.0.11* As someone who is gluten conscious - this app makes living a more “normal life” so much easier! ### 5/5 — So Helpful *2025-05-06, version 1.0.11* This app is on my home screen! Such a great tool for eating out and keeping my son safe. Thank you. ### 5/5 — Great tool *2025-03-24* This app is fantastic for anyone who is newly diagnosed with celiac disease. It breaks things down in a very easy manner and cover so much information. I highly recommend this app. One bit of advice, check with your flex spending account manager to see if you can get the cost of the subscription covered under your flexible spending account. Some FSA account managers will allow medical based apps to be covered under flex spending if you have a note from your doctor. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for sharing this and for recommending us! We’re so glad the app has been helpful in making life with celiac disease a bit easier to navigate. We love your FSA tip - that’s such valuable advice for others in the community! ### 5/5 — Celiac Must Have! *2023-12-06, version 0.0.35* This is by far the best app for anyone with celiac. So convenient and helpful to have all of this information at our fingertips. This app has given me peace of mind while empowering me to make safer choices. Thank you! ### 5/5 — Sanity Saver *2023-12-06, version 0.0.35* This app helps me on so many levels. I literally feel like I have the Celiac Space team in my pocket. There is so much information that is so beneficial to the newly diagnosed. This app is an absolute must have. ### 5/5 — Excellent information *2023-12-05* I am inspired to be more adventurous in dining out with the knowledge I receive from The Celiac App. What I really like about the App is the Dining Guide. It consist of content such as principles of dining out, tips for ordering and what food or condiments to be aware of in certain cuisines. Thank you for allowing me to embrace and navigate my social life with less restrictions. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-14.*