# Happy Scale vs Simple Weight Recorder

The clearest difference is monetization model: Simple Weight Recorder at free with in-app purchases against Happy Scale's subscription. Happy Scale's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (91% vs 63%). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Happy Scale sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Simple Weight Recorder sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Happy Scale holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Happy Scale has 58K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Happy Scale's written reviews are positive against 63% of Simple Weight Recorder's.

Happy Scale ships an update weekly, Simple Weight Recorder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Happy Scale | Simple Weight Recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-scale/id532430574/reviews)** | [4.6 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-weight-recorder/id755496884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **58K** | 36 |
| Positive reviews | **91.5% of reviews** | 63.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 65 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Front Pocket Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/425877766) | [EasterEggs](https://appshunter.io/developer/553389214) |

## What reviewers say

### Happy Scale

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-scale/id532430574)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Happy Scale Deluxe (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Happy Scale Deluxe (Yearly) | $11.99 | per year |
| Tip $1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip $3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip $5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tip $10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Happy Scale Premium (Lifetime) | $39.99 | one-time |
| Happy Scale Deluxe (Lifetime) | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent weight loss support tool
- 👍 Motivating and engaging to track weight
- 👍 Provides great insights and predictions
- 👍 Smooths out weight fluctuations
- 👍 Breaks down weight loss journey into milestones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Reminders don't work for some users
- 💰 Subscription model is expensive for some

**Reported bugs**

- Reminders don't work for some users

**Requested features**

- 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


### Simple Weight Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-weight-recorder/id755496884)

Easily track your weight and body fat percentage with this straightforward health management tool. Visualize your progress over time with clear graphs and set personal weight goals. The app offers simple recording and editing functionalities for a seamless user experience.

**Highlights:** Record and edit weight and body fat percentage, View graphs of weight, BFP, BMI, and target weight, Set personal weight goals, Simple and intuitive interface, Health and diet management

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads Plan | $0.49 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Happy Scale free?

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

### Is Simple Weight Recorder free?

Simple Weight Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Happy Scale or Simple Weight Recorder?

Happy Scale is rated higher. Happy Scale averages 4.9 out of 5 from 58K ratings, while Simple Weight Recorder averages 4.6 from 36 ratings.

### Do Happy Scale or Simple Weight Recorder have ads?

Simple Weight Recorder shows ads; Happy Scale does not.

### Which is updated more often, Happy Scale or Simple Weight Recorder?

Happy Scale ships an update weekly, and Simple Weight Recorder every 2 months. Most recently, Happy Scale was updated on September 25, 2026 and Simple Weight Recorder on September 23, 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.*