Comparison

Marcolab vs MacroSight

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

Head to head
About

Marcolab

Features
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Marcolab - Simple Macro Tracker The cleanest, most focused macro nutrition tracker. No fluff, no distractions, just results. Finally, a macro tracking app that respects your time and privacy. Track protein, carbs, and fats in seconds - completely offline and distraction-free. Why Choose Marcolab Instant Tracking Log your macros in seconds. No complex menus, no learning curve. 100% Private Your data never leaves your phone. No account, no cloud, no data collection. Zero Distractions No ads, no notifications, no premium upsells. Just clean, focused tracking. Key Features: Lightning-fast macro logging Completely offline functionality Customizable macro targets Barcode scanner Clean, simple interface Export your data anytime Perfect for serious lifters, privacy-conscious users, and anyone tired of bloated nutrition apps. Download Marcolab and discover macro tracking without the noise.

About

MacroSight

Log nutrition with AI photo estimates, barcode scanning, or a vast food catalog. Track over 30 nutrients and sync across all your Apple devices. Integrates with Apple Health for personalized goals.

Highlights
  • AI photo food estimation
  • On-device label scanner
  • 1M+ food catalog
  • Barcode scanning
  • 30+ tracked nutrients
  • Apple Health integration
  • iCloud sync across devices
Features
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MacroSight is a private nutrition tracker for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Snap a plate, scan a barcode or label, or search USDA and Open Food Facts. Your food log lives in your iCloud — the developer never sees it. Free forever: daily logging, barcode and catalog search, widgets, Apple Watch, and Apple Health. MacroSight Plus (optional auto-renewable subscription) adds photo AI, restaurant menu scan, weekly AI reports, and CSV/PDF export. • Monthly: $4.99 • Annual: $29.99 • 7-day free trial, then auto-renews unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in Settings → Subscriptions. Family Sharing is supported. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Terms: https://macrosightapp.com/terms.html Privacy: https://macrosightapp.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Marcolab4 screens
MacroSight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Marcolab at 12.0 against MacroSight's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Marcolab versus MacroSight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarcolabMacroSight
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperLink Vector Pty LtdMichelangelo Spina

In-app purchases

None

Marcolab

No in-app purchases

None

MacroSight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Marcolab free?
Marcolab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MacroSight free?
MacroSight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Marcolab or MacroSight have ads?
Neither Marcolab nor MacroSight shows ads.

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