# Microgram vs MyFoodData

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Microgram at 1.1K against MyFoodData's 67. Microgram also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5). MyFoodData's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Microgram sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and MyFoodData sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Microgram holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microgram has 1.1K ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Microgram's written reviews are positive against 63% of MyFoodData's.

Microgram ships an update every 2 weeks, MyFoodData weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microgram | MyFoodData |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microgram-nutrient-tracker/id6740841048/reviews)** | [4.5 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myfooddata/id6741780771/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 67 |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 207 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lurra, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671076673) | [MyFoodData LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795544313) |

## What reviewers say

### Microgram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microgram-nutrient-tracker/id6740841048)

This app helps you track over 50 nutrients, including macros, vitamins, and minerals, to achieve your health and fitness goals. Log meals easily through various methods like photos or voice commands. It offers personalized plans for weight management, muscle building, or overall well-being.

**Highlights:** Track 50+ nutrients, Log meals via photo, voice, text, barcode, Personalized fitness goals, Focus on longevity and overall health, Track macros, fiber, sugar, vitamins, minerals, Support for pregnancy and lactation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Microgram Monthly Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Microgram Monthly Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $23.90 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $35.90 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $44.99 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $47.90 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $71.90 | per year |
| Microgram Yearly Access | $71.90 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Tracks more than just calories and micronutrients
- 🚀 Fast and easy to log meals and snacks
- 👍 Customized experience based on habits and lifestyle
- 👍 Intuitive vitamin and mineral tracking
- 👍 Data from trusted USDA source

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Doesn't sync nutrition data back to Apple Health
- ❌ Complicated to log foods, especially non-US brands
- ❌ Inaccurate calorie and nutrient tracking
- 💰 Premium features like vitamin/mineral tracking require subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent calorie and nutrient tracking
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- More user-friendly food logging
- Better integration with other health apps


### MyFoodData

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myfooddata/id6741780771)

Easily track your nutrition with a vast food database and personalized goal setting. Log meals quickly, scan barcodes, and gain insights with detailed reports to optimize your diet for better health.

**Highlights:** Extensive food database (800,000+ items), Track over 100 nutrients, Personalized nutrient and macro goals, Effortless food logging (favorites, recipes), Barcode scanning for instant food addition, Insightful reports and macro breakdowns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MyFoodData Monthly Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Friends & Family Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| MyFoodData Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Health Professional Yearly | $199.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microgram free?

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

### Is MyFoodData free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Microgram or MyFoodData?

Microgram is rated higher. Microgram averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while MyFoodData averages 4.5 from 67 ratings.

### Do Microgram or MyFoodData have ads?

Neither Microgram nor MyFoodData shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microgram or MyFoodData?

Microgram ships an update every 2 weeks, and MyFoodData weekly. Most recently, Microgram was updated on September 26, 2026 and MyFoodData on September 28, 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.*