Comparison

Ultra Processed vs Clean Plate

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

Head to head
About

Ultra Processed

Instantly understand the processing level and nutritional content of any food item by scanning its barcode. Get AI-powered insights, detailed breakdowns of ingredients, and a nutrition score to make healthier choices.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for food analysis
  • AI-powered health insights
  • Processing level classification
  • Nutrition scoring (0-100)
  • Detailed ingredient breakdown
  • Scan history tracking
Features
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Ultra Processed Your Personal Food Scanner – Instantly See What You’re Really Eating Ultra Processed helps you cut through the confusion of food labels and marketing. With a quick barcode scan, discover not just the nutrition facts but also how processed your food really is. Instantly Get: * AI-Powered Insights – Clear analysis tailored to your health goals * Processing Awareness – See if a food is minimally processed, processed, or ultra-processed * Nutrition Scores – Every product rated on a 0–100 scale for easy comparison * Detailed Breakdown – Calories, fats, proteins, carbs, sugar, fiber, additives, and more * Product History – Keep track of everything you scan for future reference Why Choose Ultra Processed? * Unbiased & Independent – No ads, no brand influence—just the facts * Massive Database – Over 3 million food products worldwide * Science-Based Evaluation – Combining nutrition quality, additives, and degree of processing * Fast & Simple – Point, scan, and get the truth in seconds * Private & Secure – Scan history stays on your device, and no personal data is collected Perfect For: * Shoppers who want healthier options * Parents & families looking to avoid ultra-processed foods * People with dietary restrictions or health goals * Anyone who wants to take control of their nutrition with awareness Download Ultra Processed for free today—and see your food in a whole new light. Subscription Info To access Ultra Processed Pro features, choose an Annual auto-renewable subscription. This is a recurring transaction charged to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation and will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of your subscription. Renewals are charged at the same cost within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your iTunes Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free 7-day trial will be forfeited once a subscription is purchased. Terms of Service: https://nigelware.weebly.com/terms-of-service2.html Privacy Policy: https://nigelware.weebly.com/privacy-policy2.html End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Clean Plate

Features
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Is your food really as healthy as it looks? CleanPlate tells you in seconds. Just scan a barcode — or search by name — and CleanPlate shows you exactly how processed that product is, using the NOVA classification system trusted by nutritionists and researchers worldwide. WHAT IS NOVA? NOVA groups every food into one of four categories: • NOVA 1 — Unprocessed or minimally processed (fresh fruit, meat, eggs) • NOVA 2 — Culinary ingredients (olive oil, butter, salt, sugar) • NOVA 3 — Processed foods (canned goods, cheese, cured meats) • NOVA 4 — Ultra-processed foods (soft drinks, packaged snacks, ready meals) Ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4) are scientifically linked to higher risks of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. CleanPlate makes it effortless to identify them before they go in your basket. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open CleanPlate and point your camera at any barcode 2. CleanPlate checks our database of millions of products instantly 3. See the NOVA grade, additive list, and full ingredients — right on your screen Can't find a product by barcode? Search by name instead and browse results with colour-coded NOVA badges at a glance. UPF CLASSIFIER For products without an official NOVA score, CleanPlate uses a machine-learning classifier trained on ingredient patterns to predict whether a product is ultra-processed. You always know where the data comes from. FREE FEATURES • 5 daily barcode scans • NOVA grade and label for every product • UPF classifier results when NOVA data is missing • Search millions of products by name • Additive count PREMIUM FEATURES ($2.99/month or $19.99/year) • Full additive breakdown with risk levels (low / medium / high) • Complete ingredients list • Scan history — review everything you've scanned • Support independent development DATA Product data comes from OpenFoodFacts, the world's largest open food database with over 3 million products. CleanPlate supplements this with a machine-learning UPF classifier for products that lack a NOVA score. CleanPlate is not a medical app. NOVA classifications are based on food science research and should be used as one tool among many for making informed dietary choices. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ https://xerxz.github.io/cleanplateterms.html Privacy Policy: https://xerxz.github.io/cleanplate.html

Screenshots

Ultra Processed4 screens
Clean Plate4 screens

Verdict

The call

Ultra Processed and Clean Plate are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Ultra Processed sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Clean Plate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Ultra Processed versus Clean Plate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUltra ProcessedClean Plate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNigelwareULF SIMON VICTOR ANDERSSON

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ultra Processed

Subscriptions1
  • All Access7 Days trial$9.991 Year
2 purchases

Clean Plate

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Pass3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly - Premium Pass$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Ultra Processed free?
Ultra Processed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Clean Plate free?
Clean Plate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ultra Processed or Clean Plate have ads?
Neither Ultra Processed nor Clean Plate shows ads.

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