# Macros vs MacroFactor

The clearest difference is ads: MacroFactor at none against Macros's shown. MacroFactor also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (24K vs 1.2K). Macros's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 71%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Macros sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and MacroFactor sells 10 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 — 4.7 for Macros against 4.8 for MacroFactor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MacroFactor has 24K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Macros's written reviews are positive against 71% of MacroFactor's.

Macros ships an update monthly, MacroFactor every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Macros | MacroFactor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macros-macro-tracker/id1216666985/reviews) | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 70.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 93 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [JosmanTek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1216666984) | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) |

## What reviewers say

### Macros

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macros-macro-tracker/id1216666985)

Easily track your daily calorie and macronutrient intake to achieve your health goals. Whether you aim for weight loss, muscle gain, or a healthier lifestyle, this app provides personalized goals, a comprehensive food database, and activity tracking.

**Highlights:** Personalized calorie and macro goals, Extensive food database, Barcode scanner, Activity and water intake tracking, Meal planning, Net carbohydrate counter

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Macros Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Macros Plus | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| Macros Plus | $12.99 | per year |
| Macros Plus | $17.99 | per year |
| Macros Plus | $24.99 | per year |
| Plus 1 month | $3.99 | one-time |
| Plus 3 months | $8.99 | one-time |
| Plus 6 months | $12.99 | one-time |
| Plus 1 year | $17.99 | one-time |
| Plus version | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward interface
- 🔓 No subscription required
- 💰 Affordable premium version
- 📊 Customizable macro settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate food data
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Limited ability to adjust serving sizes
- 🔍 Lack of weight tracking feature
- 🔍 Ads in premium version

**Reported bugs**

- Barcode scanner not working
- Saved data being deleted or changed
- Constant freezing and loading issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to share recipes with friends
- Integration with fitness trackers
- Weekly/monthly progress tracking
- Easier way to add nutrition data manually
- Calorie cycling feature


### MacroFactor

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

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #120 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app helps you achieve your diet goals through personalized calorie and macro targets, adapting to your progress. It offers efficient food logging and detailed insights into your nutrition and weight trends for sustainable results.

**Highlights:** Adaptive nutrition coaching, Best-in-class TDEE estimation, Fast AI food logging, Verified food database, Weight trend visualization, Flexible diet plans, Period and habit tracking

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| 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 | $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 Macros free?

Macros 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, Macros or MacroFactor?

MacroFactor is rated higher. Macros averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while MacroFactor averages 4.8 from 24K ratings.

### Do Macros or MacroFactor have ads?

Macros shows ads; MacroFactor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Macros or MacroFactor?

Macros ships an update monthly, and MacroFactor every 9 days. Most recently, Macros was updated on November 13, 2026 and MacroFactor on November 14, 2026.

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