# Nutritionix Track vs MacroFactor

The clearest difference is update cadence: MacroFactor at every 8 days against Nutritionix Track's every 2 months. MacroFactor also leads on chart position (#11 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nutritionix Track sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and MacroFactor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Nutritionix Track against 4.8 for MacroFactor. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Nutritionix Track's written reviews are positive against 71% of MacroFactor's.

Nutritionix Track ships an update every 2 months, MacroFactor every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nutritionix Track | MacroFactor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nutritionix-track/id1061691342/reviews) | [4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44K** | 23K |
| Positive reviews | 63.7% of reviews | **70.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#11** |
| Size | 23 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Syndigo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1767450762) | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) |

## What reviewers say

### Nutritionix Track

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nutritionix-track/id1061691342)

Easily log your daily food intake, track nutrient totals, exercise, and weight progress. Features predictive search, barcode scanning, and a vast food database to help you reach your health goals efficiently.

**Highlights:** Predictive search for food logging, Instant barcode scanning, Vast food and recipe database, Custom recipe and food creation, Track food, nutrients, exercise, and weight, Sync with Apple Health and Fitbit, Export data to spreadsheet

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Track Pro - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Track Pro - Yearly | $28.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔍 Extensive food database
- 📊 Detailed nutrition tracking
- 🔢 Accurate calorie and macro calculations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with logging food and syncing data
- 🔍 Limited database for some regional/custom foods
- 📈 Inaccurate exercise calorie calculations
- 🔢 Inconsistent macro and nutrient tracking
- 🕰️ Difficulty logging future/planned meals

**Reported bugs**

- Custom recipe entries not always saving correctly
- Syncing issues with Apple Health causing duplicate entries
- Occasional crashes or freezes when logging multiple items
- Inconsistencies with barcode scanning and food database updates

**Requested features**

- Separate tracking for natural vs. added sugars
- Breakdown of different fat types (saturated, unsaturated, etc.)
- Ability to view nutrient data by clicking on specific items
- Option to set different calorie/macro goals per day of the week
- Integration with more fitness trackers (beyond just Apple Health)


### MacroFactor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #71 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #175 Top Grossing (US App Store)

This app uses a dynamic algorithm to adapt your calorie and macro targets based on your metabolism and progress. It offers tools for quick food logging, a verified database, and personalized coaching to help you achieve sustainable diet goals without stress or rigidity.

**Highlights:** Dynamic metabolism adaptation, Personalized macro and calorie targets, Verified food database, Barcode scanner, Weekly coaching check-ins, Micronutrient tracking, Weight trend insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription Bundle | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔍 Detailed analytics and data
- 🤖 Intelligent algorithm adjustments
- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 💯 Comprehensive food database

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited food database for some regions
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for some users
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🤖 Occasional inaccuracies in AI-generated entries
- 🔀 Convoluted navigation in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing food entries
- Inconsistent syncing with Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch integration
- Micronutrient tracking
- Ability to edit database entries
- Improved barcode scanning for international users
- Customizable dashboard and widgets


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nutritionix Track free?

Nutritionix Track is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MacroFactor free?

MacroFactor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Nutritionix Track or MacroFactor?

Nutritionix Track and MacroFactor are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 44K and 23K ratings respectively.

### Do Nutritionix Track or MacroFactor have ads?

Neither Nutritionix Track nor MacroFactor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nutritionix Track or MacroFactor?

Nutritionix Track ships an update every 2 months, and MacroFactor every 8 days. Most recently, Nutritionix Track was updated on October 20, 2026 and MacroFactor on October 20, 2026.

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