# MacroFactor vs PRPath

The clearest difference is rating: MacroFactor at 4.8 against PRPath's 4.2. MacroFactor also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 5) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MacroFactor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and PRPath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MacroFactor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MacroFactor has 24K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of MacroFactor's written reviews are positive against 75% of PRPath's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MacroFactor ships an update every 9 days, PRPath fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MacroFactor | PRPath |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prpath-workout-tracker-and-log/id6755009279/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 70.5% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | — |
| Size | 247 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) | [Lance Sessions II](https://appshunter.io/developer/1851324227) |

## What reviewers say

### MacroFactor

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

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #89 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 (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


### PRPath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prpath-workout-tracker-and-log/id6755009279)

Log your gym workouts and track personal records with an AI coach that analyzes your performance. It provides insights into muscle recovery and growth zones, helping you optimize your training based on your own data. Import history from other apps and log sets quickly with smart targets.

**Highlights:** AI-powered workout analysis, Muscle growth zone tracking, Personal record detection, Fast and intuitive logging, Import from Hevy/Strong, Workout history and recaps, Recovery map (Pro)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRPath Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| PRPath Premium | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MacroFactor free?

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

### Is PRPath free?

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

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

MacroFactor is rated higher. MacroFactor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while PRPath averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do MacroFactor or PRPath have ads?

Neither MacroFactor nor PRPath shows ads.

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

MacroFactor ships an update every 9 days, and PRPath fortnightly. Most recently, MacroFactor was updated on November 5, 2026 and PRPath on November 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.*