# MacroFactor vs Nu

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nu at 100% against MacroFactor's 71%. Nu also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). MacroFactor's advantage is ratings volume (23K vs 19) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MacroFactor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Nu sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nu holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MacroFactor has 23K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of MacroFactor's written reviews are positive against 100% of Nu's.

MacroFactor ships an update every 8 days, Nu every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MacroFactor | Nu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews) | **[5.0 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nu-trai/id6746295352/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 70.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 238 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) | [Nutrai LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816093739) |

## What reviewers say

### MacroFactor

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

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #95 Top Free · Health & Fitness (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


### Nu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nu-trai/id6746295352)

This app uses AI to provide personalized meal recommendations based on your fitness goals, dietary restrictions, and preferences. It simplifies food logging and offers instant meal inspiration for various eating scenarios, making healthy eating convenient for busy individuals.

**Highlights:** Personalized AI nutrition assistant, Effortless voice-activated food logging, Instant meal inspiration for dining halls, Restaurant and menu item recommendations, Tailored to fitness goals and preferences, Designed for busy schedules

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nutrai - Elite | $5.99 | per month |
| Nutrai - Elite | $5.99 | per month |
| Nutrai - Standard | $6.99 | per month |
| Nutrai - Elite | $9.99 | per month |
| Nutrai - Elite | $29.99 | per year |
| Nutrai - Standard | $51.99 | per year |
| Nutrai - Elite | $74.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MacroFactor free?

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

### Is Nu free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MacroFactor or Nu?

Nu is rated higher. MacroFactor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Nu averages 5.0 from 19 ratings.

### Do MacroFactor or Nu have ads?

Neither MacroFactor nor Nu shows ads.

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

MacroFactor ships an update every 8 days, and Nu every 3 weeks. Most recently, MacroFactor was updated on October 16, 2026 and Nu on October 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*