# TummyTurtle: Mealtime Scan — Picky eater virtual pet

> Virtual pet game to encourage picky eaters to try new foods. (iPhone/iPad app by William Spata.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tummyturtle-mealtime-scan/id6801681623 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [William Spata](https://appshunter.io/developer/963491406)
- Category: Education, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 98 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-10-31
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tummyturtle-mealtime-scan/id6801681623/reviews.md

## What is TummyTurtle?

Mealtime, meet your new sidekick.

TummyTurtle is an old-school virtual pet that gets its energy from mealtime. After a meal, your child does a pretend "tummy scan" (a playful game, not a real or medical scan) and watches TummyTurtle's shell fill up. Then they feed TummyTurtle the colors they ate.

Made for parents of picky eaters, toddlers and preschoolers who want mealtime to feel more like play.

HOW IT WORKS
- Pretend tummy scan: after a meal, kids hold the phone up to their tummy for a silly, make-believe "scan." It's pretend; the app doesn't measure anything.
- Fill the shell: each scan fills TummyTurtle's shell a little more, all the way to "Shell full!"
- Feed the colors: kids tap the food colors they ate. Every color counts.
- An old-school virtual pet: TummyTurtle has moods, energy and a daily streak, and goes to sleep at night, just like the pocket pets you remember.

PLAY AND EXPLORE
- Rainbow Kitchen: cook for TummyTurtle's friends. Fill their orders by dragging colorful foods onto the plate, or cook anything in Free Play.
- Brave Bites: a food passport that collects every food your child tries, sorted by color, with a count of new foods each week.
- Dress up TummyTurtle: kids earn stars and spend them on new shells.

FOR PARENTS
- Weekly Recap: see the new foods your child tried, the colors they explored and that week's Brave Bites.
- History: every scanned meal in one place, with total scans, stars and streaks.
- Real-life rewards: set goals like a big hug, a sticker pack or a family game night. Kids save up stars, then ask a grown-up to redeem them.
- You set how many scans each meal gets: breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack.
- Multiple kids: add each child, so everyone gets their own progress.
- A parent PIN keeps settings in your hands.
- Gentle mealtime reminders that are never about how much anyone eats.

SUBSCRIPTION
TummyTurtle is free to download. Full access requires an auto-renewing subscription: start with a 7-day free trial, then $7.99/month or $49.99/year. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and you can manage or cancel it anytime in your App Store account settings. Family Sharing is supported.

Terms: https://tummytheturtle.com/terms
Privacy: https://tummytheturtle.com/privacy

TummyTurtle is a game for fun and encouragement. It is not medical or nutrition advice and it does not measure what or how much your child eats. Every kid is different. If you have concerns about your child's eating, talk with your pediatrician.

## Key features

- Pretend tummy scan game
- Feed virtual pet food colors
- Track new foods tried
- Virtual pet with moods and energy
- Weekly parent recap of foods explored
- Set real-life rewards for children

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TummyTurtle Monthly Access | $7.99 | per month |
| TummyTurtle Annual Access | $49.99 | per year |


## Is TummyTurtle safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess TummyTurtle.

## Is TummyTurtle legit?

TummyTurtle: Mealtime Scan appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for TummyTurtle is 75 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tummyturtle-mealtime-scan/id6801681623/reviews.md

### 5/5 — This is a life changer!

*2026-10-09*

We used to try everything to get our 3 year old to eat and Tummy was a big win for us! Tummy is part of the family now!

## Frequently asked questions about TummyTurtle

### What is TummyTurtle?

TummyTurtle is a virtual pet game designed to make mealtime more enjoyable for picky eaters. Children engage in pretend tummy scans after meals and then feed their virtual pet the colors of the foods they ate, encouraging exploration of different foods.

### How does TummyTurtle encourage trying new foods?

The app features a 'Brave Bites' section that acts as a food passport, collecting every food your child tries, sorted by color. It also provides parents with a weekly recap of new foods their child explored.

### Is TummyTurtle a medical app?

No, TummyTurtle is a game for fun and encouragement. It is not medical or nutrition advice and does not measure what or how much your child eats. Always consult a pediatrician for concerns about your child's eating.

### What are the subscription options for TummyTurtle?

TummyTurtle offers a 7-day free trial. After the trial, subscriptions are $7.99 per month or $49.99 per year, providing full access to all features. Payment is charged to your Apple Account upon confirmation.

### Can I cancel my TummyTurtle subscription?

Yes, you can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings. To avoid charges, ensure you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.

### Does TummyTurtle support multiple children?

Yes, TummyTurtle supports multiple children. You can add each child individually, allowing everyone to have their own progress and experience within the app.

### What age rating does TummyTurtle have?

TummyTurtle is rated for ages 4 and up. This makes it suitable for toddlers and preschoolers, aligning with its target audience of young children learning to explore food.

### How often is TummyTurtle updated?

The latest version of TummyTurtle is 1.0.5, and it was last updated on October 30, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2026-10-30

New: Bedtime with Tummy! Wind down together with 12 narrated bedtime stories, each with pictures that change as the story goes. Tummy reads in a friendly kid voice, and parents can turn the bedtime lock on or off.

Tummy got a refresh too, with updated looks and animations that make your mealtime buddy feel even more alive.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-10-25

Updated App Store screenshots and description.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-10-21

- Better User Experience
- TummyTurtle 3D Animations
- Centered some screens for ease of use.

### 1.0 — 2026-10-07

No release notes.

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