Lumen vs Base Tracking
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lumen
Gain control of your metabolism with real-time insights and personalized nutrition plans. This app helps you understand if your body is burning fats or carbs, offering guidance on what and when to eat for weight loss and a healthier lifestyle.
- Real-time metabolic insights
- Personalized daily nutrition plans
- Lifestyle recommendations
- Healthy habit building
- Progress tracker
- Monthly cycle tracker
- Community support
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Do you want to take control of your metabolism, lose weight, and live a healthier lifestyle? With Lumen’s personalized metabolic coach, you can! Lumen is the world’s first device to measure whether your body is burning fats or carbs - in a single breath. Say goodbye to guessing and hello to real-time metabolic insights, tailored daily nutrition plans, and recommendations on what to eat and when. With direct access to your metabolism at your fingertips, our features will guide you to speeding up your metabolism, keep you motivated to reach your health goals, and feel your best self. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO HACK YOUR METABOLISM Features include: * Real-time metabolic insights to guide you on your journey * Personalized daily nutrition plans * Lifestyle recommendations for sleep, exercise, fasting, and more * Customizable tracks to achieve your goals * Healthy habit building * Progress tracker * Monthly cycle tracker * An engaged community for support and discussions This app integrates with Health apps to sync data on your activity and sleep. SUITABLE PLANS FOR EVERYBODY At Lumen, we believe in a personalized approach to health. That's why we offer different plans designed to fit your unique goals, whether it's weight loss, fitness performance, or improving your metabolic health. With our progress tracker and healthy habit influences, you'll have the support you need to succeed. WORKING ON YOUR WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY By macro-tracking your meals, you can continue enjoying the meals you love with a new outlook and healthier relationship with food and yourself! PERSONALIZED NUTRITIONAL PLANS & MEAL PLANNING Lumen tracks your metabolism, but it’s also a powerful tool for managing your journey in nutrition, fitness, and overall well-being. The app includes interactive features to help you stay on track with your nutrition goals, such as meal planning and recipe suggestions. FUELING UP PRE AND POST WORKOUTS Don't let energy levels hold you back from your workout goals. Lumen gives you real-time insights into your body's fuel usage, so you'll know exactly when to hit the gym and when to rest. Lumen levels will guide you on whether you have enough energy or need to fuel up before your workouts. SCIENTIFICALLY-BACKED If you like talking science - we’ve been featured in peer-reviewed articles and building research ourselves. Lumen's technology has been scientifically proven to accurately measure metabolic fuel usage when compared to the gold standard (RER) for measuring metabolism in multiple validation studies. PREMIUM CONTENT Improve your knowledge with our informative library of videos from fitness experts, coaches, and nutritionists. MOTIVATION Every breath measurement will tell you what’s happening in your body. These insights help you maintain your motivation and give you guidance on how to hit your goals. So, what are you waiting for? Download Lumen today and start your journey to a healthier, happier you! You'll have the support and guidance you need to take control of your metabolism and live your best life. Lumen has been featured in Forbes, BBC News, TechCrunch,Entrepreneur.com, Wired Magazine, Shape Magazine, and more Winner of the CES 2019 Best Reviews Award | Listed in the Top 30 Best Devices CES 2019 | Esquire 2020 product award Please note: You must have a Lumen device to use this app. You can order your device from www.lumen.me While Lumen is not intended as a medical device, it is recommended to consult your doctor before starting any nutrition plan. Interested in partnering with us? Get in touch with us www.lumen.me/partners Join us and begin your Lumen journey today!
Base Tracking
This app helps you understand your body by providing access to lab tests and personalized meal plans based on your results. It also features a grocery marketplace and a food logger to track your intake and optimize your nutrition for better health.
- Access lab tests for symptom analysis
- Personalized daily meal plans
- Weekly grocery marketplace
- Food and symptom tracking
- Expert tips and educational content
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Introducing Get Base Tracking: Your Ultimate Health Companion Welcome to Get Base, the all-in-one app designed to empower you on your journey to optimal health. With our comprehensive features, you can finally take control of your well-being and discover the root causes of your symptoms. ** Unlock the Secrets of Your Health ** Get Base allows you to conveniently access a wide range of laboratory tests, helping you uncover the underlying causes of your symptoms. From hormone imbalances to nutrient deficiencies, our app provides the necessary tools to understand your body better than ever before. ** Personalized Meal Plans for Optimal Nutrition ** Based on the results of your lab tests, Get Base creates customized daily meal plans tailored to your specific needs. Say goodbye to generic diets and hello to nourishing meals that support your body's unique requirements, ensuring you receive the nutrients you need to thrive. ** Discover Our Weekly Grocery Marketplace ** Explore our weekly-updated grocery marketplace, featuring a curated selection of wholesome foods and supplements. We've partnered with trusted vendors to bring you high-quality products that align with your health goals. Shopping for nourishing options has never been easier! ** Track Your Food and Optimize Your Health ** Get Base's food logger allows you to effortlessly track your meals, all while considering your hormone and nutrient imbalances. By understanding how certain foods affect your body, you can make informed choices and fine-tune your diet for optimal health. ** Features at a Glance ** - Access a variety of lab tests to uncover the root causes of your symptoms - Receive personalized daily meal plans based on your test results - Explore our weekly-updated grocery marketplace for nourishing products - Track your food and gain insights into how it affects your hormone and nutrient imbalances - Stay motivated and informed with expert tips and educational content - Don't let your health take a backseat. Download Get Base today and embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you. Discover the power of understanding your body and making informed choices for a vibrant life. Note: Get Base requires an account to access its full range of features. Sign up today and take the first step toward optimizing your health! DOWNLOAD BASE IS FOR YOU IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO… - Combat Weight Loss Resistance - Reduce Fatigue and have more energy - Discover nutritional deficiencies and improve your well-being through diet - Get nutritional support for your chronic condition (Cholesterol, Diabetes, etc.) - Lose weight and break through plateaus - Manage stress from the inside out MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This app is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Please consult with your primary care physician before making any medical decisions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Base Tracking at 5.0 against Lumen's 4.6. Base Tracking also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (96% vs 73%). Lumen's advantage is ratings volume (6.5K vs 21). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Base Tracking holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lumen has 6.5K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Lumen's written reviews are positive against 96% of Base Tracking's.
Lumen ships an update fortnightly, Base Tracking weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lumen | Base Tracking |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (6.5K ratings) | 5.0 (21 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 73.0% of reviews | 96.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 6.5K — better | 21 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 270 MB | 146 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Metaflow | Criystal Inc. |
Customer experience
Lumen
Base Tracking
Bugs and requests
Lumen
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Difficulty calibrating the device
- Inaccurate breath measurement detection
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to edit logged foods and measurements
- Integration with fitness and food tracking apps
- More flexible and personalized carb recommendations
- Improved meal planning and recipe suggestions
Base Tracking
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Lumen
No in-app purchases
Base Tracking
No in-app purchases









