# MacroFactor vs MacroLog

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MacroFactor at 23K against MacroLog's 3. MacroFactor also leads on chart position (#12 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 1). MacroLog's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MacroFactor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and MacroLog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MacroLog 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 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MacroFactor | MacroLog |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrolog-calorie-tracker/id6757798666/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 70.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | — |
| Size | 238 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) | [KARLIE ALEXIS KOWALSKA](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806982191) |

## What reviewers say

### MacroFactor

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

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #80 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


### MacroLog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrolog-calorie-tracker/id6757798666)

This app offers rapid food logging through AI photo recognition, barcode scanning, or voice input. It provides visual tracking of calories, protein, carbs, and fat, with personalized goals for weight management or muscle gain. All data is stored locally for privacy.

**Highlights:** AI photo food recognition, Barcode scanning, Voice logging, Offline functionality, Visual macro tracking, Personalized calorie goals, Syncs with Apple Health/Google Fit

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MacroFactor free?

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

### Is MacroLog free?

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

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

MacroLog is rated higher. MacroFactor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while MacroLog averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do MacroFactor or MacroLog have ads?

Neither MacroFactor nor MacroLog shows ads.

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

MacroFactor ships an update every 8 days, and MacroLog every 8 days. Most recently, MacroFactor was updated on September 26, 2026 and MacroLog on September 11, 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.*