Comparison

Happy Scale vs Body Composition Tracker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Happy Scale

This app helps you understand your weight loss journey by analyzing scale fluctuations. It smooths out daily variations to reveal your true progress, predict future weights, and break down goals into manageable milestones.

Highlights
  • See true progress with mathematical analysis
  • Smooth out weigh-in fluctuations
  • Predict future weight
  • Break down goals into milestones
  • Integrates with Apple Health
  • BMI calculator
Features
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Dieting is hard enough. But when you work hard, hop on the scale, and see a number that’s higher than yesterday? Well, that’s just not fair! It’s time to tame the scale! Happy Scale helps you make sense of the frustrating ups and downs of weigh-ins by using mathematical analysis to make sense of your scale weights. You’ll: • understand your true trend, • take the sting out of plateaus, and • be able to predict what you’ll weigh for an upcoming event • SEE YOUR TRUE PROGRESS: Happy Scale uses sophisticated math to learn the true trend of your progress. You can see what you’re really losing each week. • NO MORE PLATEAUS: Use the moving average progress tracking options to see steady progress every day! • SLOW AND STEADY WINS THE RACE: Have a lot to lose? Break your weight loss goal into small, incremental milestone goals so you can focus on short-term, achievable goals! • THE PERFECT SUPPLEMENT: Use this app in conjunction with other popular apps. Weight entries can be automatically imported from apps that support exporting to the Apple Health app, and Happy Scale will export all your weights to Apple Health so other apps can see them. • IMAGINE YOUR SUCCESS: See predictions about what you’ll weigh in the future if you keep up your current trends, and set commitment goals for yourself! • KNOW YOUR NUMBERS: Our new BMI calculator shows you exactly where you stand and what weight ranges you need to hit for different health categories. No more guessing if you’re almost there! • WORKS ON ALL YOUR DEVICES: Seamlessly sync between your iPhone and iPad! So, have your previous diets failed because you lost motivation? Try Happy Scale today and join thousands of users who use this app to TAME THE SCALE! ------------------ This app optionally integrates with Apple Health. It is an opt-in feature that’s accessible from the Settings menu. ------------------ If you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription unless you disable auto-renew. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://happyscale.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://happyscale.com/terms

About

Body Composition Tracker

Features
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Transform your fitness journey with the most accurate body fat tracking app available. Whether you're building muscle, losing weight, or maintaining your health, precise body composition monitoring is essential for real progress. Key Features: • Dual Calculation Methods: Choose between the scientifically-proven US Navy method for maximum accuracy or quick BMI-based estimates • Visual Progress Tracking: Beautiful charts show your body fat percentage and weight trends over time • Complete Measurement History: Edit, delete, and review all your measurements with detailed categorization • Secure Data Storage: All measurements stored locally on your device for complete privacy Why Choose Our App: • Uses the same US Navy formula trusted by fitness professionals • Simple step-by-step measurement guide eliminates guesswork • Track multiple metrics: body fat percentage, weight, and body measurements • Clean, intuitive interface designed for daily use Perfect For: • Fitness enthusiasts tracking body recomposition • Athletes monitoring performance metrics • Anyone on a weight loss or muscle building journey • Health-conscious individuals maintaining optimal body composition Start your transformation today with accurate, scientific body fat tracking. Download now and take control of your fitness journey with data-driven insights. Note: This app provides estimates based on established formulas. For clinical accuracy, consult healthcare professionals or consider DEXA scans.

Screenshots

Happy Scale4 screens
Body Composition Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Body Composition Tracker at none against Happy Scale's 8. Happy Scale's advantage is chart position (#198 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Happy Scale sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Body Composition Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Happy Scale versus Body Composition Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHappy ScaleBody Composition Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (58K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews91.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings58K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#198 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB3 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFront Pocket Software LLCGreg Feingold

Bugs and requests

Happy Scale

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Reminders don't work for some users

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to track body measurements and body fat percentage
  • Provide more chart/graph options (60-day, 6-month)
  • Add a watch app or complication for easier access
  • Implement more celebratory features when reaching goals

Body Composition Tracker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Happy Scale

Subscriptions2
  • Happy Scale Deluxe (Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Happy Scale Deluxe (Yearly)7 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time6
  • Tip $1$0.99
  • Tip $3$2.99
  • Tip $5$4.99
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  • Tip $10$9.99
  • Happy Scale Premium (Lifetime)$39.99
  • Happy Scale Deluxe (Lifetime)$39.99
None

Body Composition Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Happy Scale free?
Happy Scale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Body Composition Tracker free?
Body Composition Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Happy Scale or Body Composition Tracker have ads?
Neither Happy Scale nor Body Composition Tracker shows ads.

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