# FODMAP & Allergy vs Coffee Notes

FODMAP & Allergy and Coffee Notes both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of FODMAP & Allergy's written reviews are positive against 48% of Coffee Notes's. FODMAP & Allergy also leads on ratings volume (204 vs 50) and device support (3 vs 1). Coffee Notes's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FODMAP & Allergy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Coffee Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FODMAP & Allergy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 204 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of FODMAP & Allergy's written reviews are positive against 48% of Coffee Notes's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FODMAP & Allergy | Coffee Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (204 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fodmap-and-allergy-intolerapp/id6446506660/reviews)** | [4.6 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coffee-notes-espresso-journal/id6502410439/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **204** | 50 |
| Positive reviews | **88.3% of reviews** | 47.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 182 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonah Hadt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546998974) | [Giuseppe Lupo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1536647610) |

## What reviewers say

### FODMAP & Allergy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fodmap-and-allergy-intolerapp/id6446506660)

Easily check product compatibility with your dietary restrictions by scanning barcodes and ingredient lists. Customize filters for allergies, intolerances, and lifestyle choices to manage your diet effectively and prevent malnutrition.

**Highlights:** Barcode scanning for product compatibility, Ingredient list scanning, Customizable intolerance and allergy filters, Searchable food database, Personalized food ratings, Grace period filters for new diagnoses, Vegetarian, vegan, and pescetarian filters

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| InTolerApp Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| InTolerApp Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| InTolerApp Pro - Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| InTolerApp Pro Annual | $11.99 | per year |
| InTolerApp Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| InTolerApp Pro - Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| InTolerApp Pro - Monthly | $54.99 | per month |
| InTolerApp Pro - Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| InTolerApp Pro Yearly | $62.00 | per year |
| InTolerApp Pro - Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Efficient barcode scanner
- 💡 Helpful for managing intolerances
- ✅ Clarifies personal data and sensitivities
- 💯 Saves time and reduces stress

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate ingredient scanner
- 🐛 Inconsistent product tolerance ratings
- 🐛 Ratings change without user input
- 🐛 Subscription cost is high/unattainable
- 🐛 AI is wrong and environmentally unfriendly

**Reported bugs**

- Ingredient scanner is unreliable
- Inconsistent product tolerance ratings
- Product ratings change without user input
- AI is incorrect
- Inaccurate for specific food items

**Requested features**

- Add option to save personal tolerance history
- Add bread options for bakery/homemade
- More products in the database
- Display dishes and ingredients directly
- More granular control over ingredient scanning


### Coffee Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coffee-notes-espresso-journal/id6502410439)

Easily craft and deliver personalized feedback for colleagues, family, and friends. The app helps you tailor messages to individual personalities and offers smart reminders for follow-ups. Track your progress and choose custom delivery methods for effective communication.

**Highlights:** Personalized feedback creation, Smart follow-up reminders, Custom feedback delivery options, Progress tracking, Intuitive user interface

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Feedback Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Feedback Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Feedback Premium | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well after update
- 👍 Useful resource for dealing with difficult people
- 👍 Customizable feedback based on personality
- 👍 Helps with feedback and communication
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work with 'family' option
- 🐛 Doesn't understand when user says they're not participating in Christmas
- 🤔 Lack of diverse avatar options
- 💰 Overpriced for what it is

**Reported bugs**

- Free lifetime subscription not available as advertised
- Free version not available despite being advertised

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize avatars or use own profile pictures
- More flexible follow-up options
- Add ability to track own progress and give self-feedback


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FODMAP & Allergy free?

FODMAP & Allergy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Coffee Notes free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FODMAP & Allergy or Coffee Notes?

FODMAP & Allergy is rated higher. FODMAP & Allergy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 204 ratings, while Coffee Notes averages 4.6 from 50 ratings.

### Do FODMAP & Allergy or Coffee Notes have ads?

FODMAP & Allergy shows ads; Coffee Notes does not.

### Which is updated more often, FODMAP & Allergy or Coffee Notes?

FODMAP & Allergy ships an update every 4 days, and Coffee Notes every 4 days. Most recently, FODMAP & Allergy was updated on November 3, 2026 and Coffee Notes on November 4, 2026.

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